Landscapes of Arizona

Hiking trail in Superstition Mountains, Arizona

Did you know that Superstition Mountain is famous for the Lost Dutchman’s Mine where millions of dollars worth of gold is hidden. The history of this mountain would astound you. Those who discovered the mine were in grave danger, especially if they took any gold from this spot. This is sacred ground. People disappear and mysterious deaths occur. That’s why it’s called Superstition Mountain.

Superstition Mountains in sunset light, Arizona

Superstition Mountain is believed to have great treasure hidden within. Many people have tried to find it but have never succeeded. It is difficult to explore because of its dangerous cliffs and plateaus. It’s a treacherous mountain and many adventurers never come back.

That’s why it’s called Superstition Mountain.

Did you know why it called Superstition Mountain? Those who have discovered its whereabouts usually met with an accident. The people, who were able to get away safely, never returned. Just as the men were about to form a party and return, something always happened to them. They would get sick and die or get in a fight and get killed, or something mysterious would happen to them. Now you know how this mountain got its name.

Apache trail - panorama, Arizona

Did you know that the Mesa-Roosevelt Road (known as the Apache Trail) was originally an old path. This narrow, rugged trail was converted to transport heavy equipment and supplies a distance of nearly 60 miles from the town of Mesa to the Theodore Roosevelt Dam site.

Scenic drive at Apache trail - Arizona

Did you know that during construction some of the most difficult and dangerous work had to be done by hand. Almost 400 "force account" laborers were housed in six camps along the route and worked through the spring and summer. The Apache Indians provided much of this labor force, working long hours under brutal summertime conditions - conditions that required treks of up to four miles for drinking water.

Apache trail - scenic drive

Did you know that completed in 1905, the Mesa-Roosevelt Road was constructed at the cost of more than $250,000.

Apache trail - historical route at sunset lights, Arizona

Did you know that the Apache Trail was officially dedicated as Arizona’s first historic highway on February 25, 1987, at Lost Dutchman State Park along the Apache Trail. Tourist has been traveling the Apache Trail since 1906. They have been enjoying one of the most beautiful desert highways in America. The Apache Trail is a roadway to adventure beauty and history.

Canyon Lake at Apache trail scenic drive, Arizona

Did you know that Canyon Lake is one of the man-made lakes on the Salt River (Rio Salado) in the Superstition Mountains of central Arizona. A very popular boating area, it is formed behind Mormon Flat Dam. Rocks visible across the lake were formed by a series of violent volcanic eruptions, which have left their record in the form of three ancient calderas.

Overview of Salt River at Apache trail scenic drive, Arizona

Did you know that the Salt River begins in eastern Arizona where the Black and White rivers meet. The entire watershed, which comes out of the White Mountains, is 13,000 square miles, fed by snowmelt, rain and mountain streams. The river itself is about 200 miles long. Just below the Black-White confluence are salt banks, which raise the salinity of the water.

Panorama of Salt River Valley

Did you know that in prehistoric times, Hohokam Indians inhabited the Salt River Valley, building about 500 miles of irrigation ditches to support their farming during the tribe's more than 1,000 years of residence.

View of Roosevelt lake and bridge, Arizona

Panorama of Roosevelt lake

Panorama of Roosevelt lake and bridge, Arizona

Overview of Roosevelt lake and bridge, Arizona

View of Roosevelt lake and bridge, Arizona

Road to Sedona

On the way to Sedona, Arizona, USA

Red mountains in Sedona

Landscape of Sedona, Arizona, USA

Red rock formations in Sedona, USA

Panoramic view of Sedona