Outdoor Adventure
Arizona has its share of wonderful lakes and rivers—perfect for a day of boating, fishing, water sports, and enjoying the sunshine.
Northern Arizona
Lake Powell offers recreational boating experiences in a stunning setting of crystal water, red rock formations, and beautiful Arizona weather. It's also an ideal location for houseboating vacations.
Northern Arizona
Boasting the title of "Personal Watercraft Capital of the World," Lake Havasu is the perfect place to rent a boat, or bring your own. Located along Arizona's West Coast, it's also a great jumping-off point for boating the Colorado River as it heads south to Yuma.
North Central
Boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, and picnicking are just a few of the ways to enjoy the day in Prescott, Arizona, where three picturesque lakes dot the town. Enjoy the stunning Granite Dells at Watson Lake and Willow lakes, or the pine-topped hills around Goldwater Lake.
Central Arizona
In the heart of Central Arizona, Tempe Town Lake is a two-mile boating wonderland. Rent a paddleboat or stand-up paddleboards for a fun-filled afternoon in Tempe with family or friends.
Western Arizona
This 11-mile stretch of the Colorado River begins in Bullhead City. Perfect for canoeing or kayaking, the area is home to hot springs, a "sauna cave," and beautiful scenery.
Iconic Experiences
Of course, don't forget the biggest adventure of them all: rafting the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon.
Must Do
Raft Through 'Arizona's Other Grand Canyon'
When the snow melts, the rapids start in the Upper Salt River.
Take a trip to experience the diverse community of the Colorado River Indian Tribes in Arizona.
Enjoy the sunshine by the cool waters of Lake Pleasant, located an hour north of Phoenix, AZ, and a must for outdoor recreation with boating,...
Just 45 miles from Phoenix you can boat, water ski, scuba dive, hike, lay on the beach, and soak in the sun at Canyon Lake.
Visit one of Arizona’s largest lakes that lies entirely within the borders of Arizona – San Carlos Lake on the San Carlos Apache Tribal Lands....
Patagonia Lake State Park in Patagonia is a great place for fishing, water skiing, camping, picnicking, and hiking all year round.
Do you love to have fun? Cattail Cove State Park ensures a great time with activities including swimming, fishing, boating and camping near Lake...
Tsaile Lake, near Chinle, Arizona is stocked with trout and catfish, and is especially good for fly fishing.
If you’re into beautiful beaches, nature trails, boating, and camping, you’ll want to check out Lake Havasu State Park. With year-round ideal...
Outdoor Adventures
Shore Thing: Arizona's Best Beaches
Known for its iconic deserts, Arizona surprises with sandy beaches perfect for lounging or launching a water adventure.
Road Trips & Tours
Let the Colorado River Guide Your West Coast Vacation
Soak up the sunshine while staying cool along the waterfronts of Yuma, Lake Havasu City, and Lake Mead.
Outdoor Adventures
Boating & Water Sports
Mild to Wild Rafting & Jeep Tours
Discover Arizona white water rafting! The astonishing 2,000 feet deep Salt River Canyon offers breathtaking views, many thrilling class III...
Mild to Wild Rafting & Jeep Tours
Primitive Road Whitewater, Arizona 85941
Boating & Water Sports
The REI Adventure Center in Scottsdale offers adventures for all, including guided hiking, road and mountain biking, kayaking, rafting, and...
REI Co-op Experiences
17465 N 93rd St, Suite 101 Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
Boating & Water Sports
Riverbound Sports Paddle Company
Arizona does have water! In fact, Arizona has some of the most beautiful lakes and rivers to explore by kayak or paddleboard. Riverbound...
Riverbound Sports Paddle Company
1425 E University Dr, Ste. A-112 Tempe, Arizona 85281
Boating & Water Sports
Book your next boat chart with Salt River Boat Charting to Saguaro, Canyon or Roosevelt lake. Packages are for a group up to 4. Only your...
Salt River Boat Charting
708 S Paustian Cir Apache Junction, Arizona 85120
Boating & Water Sports
Salt River Rafting provides whitewater trips through the scenic Salt River Canyon. Trips range from a half day to four-day adventures...
Salt River Rafting
2827 E Blanche Dr Phoenix, Arizona 85032
Boating & Water Sports
Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Phoenix
Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Phoenix is Arizona's biggest and best water park. Located on Pinnacle Peak Road, off I-17, the park is the...
Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Phoenix
4243 W Pinnacle Peak Rd Glendale, Arizona 85310
Boating & Water Sports
WazSUP Kayaks rental in Page is all about human-powered fun at Lake Powell. Best of all it's affordable. For less than it cost to go to...
WazSUP Kayaks
916 Vista Ave Page, Arizona 86040
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