In Gilbert, AZ it gets really hot and to escape this heat the best way is to drive up to Payson, AZ to enjoy the pine trees, lakes, animals, fishing, hiking, camping and breathe in cool fresh air from the hot city below. The National Forests can give a stress relief to relax with hardly no cares that sometimes life experiences give.
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Coronado National Memorial
In the 1540s, Francisco Vasquez de Coronado led 339 European soldiers and more than 1000 Aztec allies on a quest for gold through the Southwest. The expedition didn't find treasure, but it did have an enormous impact on the culture of the region. The memorial is located in a region known as Sky Island where four major biogeographic provinces meet. As a result, the park features a varied geology and rich biodiversity.
State(s): Arizona
Established: 1941
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