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Make Your Summer Epic With A Visit To This Hidden Arizona Water Park

Oasis Water Park in Phoenix offers a fun and refreshing staycation spot with slides, pools, and a lazy river.

Published Jun 3, 2017

Written by 

Monica Spencer

The weather is starting to get really hot in some parts of Arizona! If you’re one of those folks currently starting to roast under the sun, you’re probably looking for any excuse to head somewhere to cool off. If you’re up for a staycation, then you’ll want to check out this hidden water park in Phoenix!

Hidden away on the property of the Arizona Grand Resort near South Mountain, Oasis Water Park is one epic place to visit, especially in summer.

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The water park is a sprawling 7 acres of slides, pools, cabanas, and a lazy river available for resort guests and occasionally open to the public.

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It was named one of the top 10 water parks in the country by the Travel Channel and regularly featured as a fun family destination on blogs, websites, and magazines. Just one look will tell you why!

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One of the main features here is the long, winding lazy river that takes guests on a partially shaded path up and down the water park.

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You’ll also find a wave pool, areas to play volleyball in the water, and areas for your little, little kids to enjoy splashing around.

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But the big draw to the water park are the 8-story slides! It’s a daring feat for kids of all ages to sit 83 feet above the pool…

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...and slide down to a huge splash at the bottom!

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While you’re here, don’t forget to grab a cold drink and some food from the grill for more time spent poolside.

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Who wouldn’t want to spend a day or so at this incredible water park?

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Oasis Water Park is on the property of the Arizona Grand Resort, located at 8000 South Arizona Grand Parkway in Phoenix. You can find details about booking a stay and the water park’s hours by visiting their website or Facebook page.

If you’re looking for a more natural water park setting, then you’ll love Slide Rock State Park near Sedona! Read about the area in A Ride Down This Epic Natural Waterslide In Arizona Will Make Your Summer Complete.

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The Man-Made Wonder in Arizona Is the Definition of a Hidden Gem

Visiting the Amitabha Stupa and Peace Park, a serene and unique man-made wonder in Arizona, is quite an extraordinary experience.

Published Oct 7, 2024

Written by 

Melissa Mahoney

While we have covered natural wonders aplenty throughout Arizona, there are numerous man-made wonders here that are just as jaw-dropping and awe-inspiring. Sure, there's no place quite like the Grand Canyon, our most famous natural wonder that also happens to be one of the world's seven natural wonders. However, visiting some of our man-made wonders including the Amitabha Stupa and Peace Park, a serene attraction in Sedona and a unique man-made wonder in Arizona, is quite an extraordinary experience.

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Surrounded by Sedona's red rocks is one of the most unique man-made wonders in Arizona located in the Amitabha Stupa and Peace Park. This park is a place of peace and serenity where visitors can spend time praying or meditating and taking in the unbelievable views Sedona is known for.

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Amitabha Stupa and Prayer Flags with Distant Red Rock Landscape in Peace Park, Sedona Arizona
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Have you ever spent time at Amitabha Stupa and Peace Park, a unique man-made wonder in Arizona? Let us know. For location information, visit the official website of the Amitabha Stupa and Peace Park.

Whether you're visiting Sedona for the first or the hundredth time, taking a tour is a fantastic way to get better acquainted with all the town has to offer. Take a look at the Half-day Sedona Sightseeing Tour which will take you to the Chapel of the Holy Cross (one of my favorite spots), Tlaquepaque Arts Center, and the Peace Park, and make a reservation today.

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This Roadside Stop Along Route 66 in Arizona Is the Epitome of Americana

For those traveling along Route 66, Jack Rabbit Trading Post is a must-stop roadside attraction.

Published Sep 20, 2024

Written by 

Melissa Mahoney

There are many things that are strictly American. There’s music like country, bluegrass, and folk, attending baseball and football games, foods such as hot dogs and apple pie, and cowboys, all of which are deeply rooted in our culture. And then there are road trips. The Great American Road Trip on which we travel great distances in search of adventure and to explore our gorgeous landscapes, states, and National and State parks. While one Great American Road Trip may involve driving cross-country, coast-to-coast like I did in my early 20s when I moved from Rhode Island to California, there’s one iconic route that also falls under that category.

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If you haven’t yet guessed which iconic road I’m talking about, it’s Route 66. This route first opened to car traffic in 1926. The road began in Chicago, Illinois, and ended in Santa Monica, California, routing through Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona along the way.

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While once a major highway, Route 66 is now a road less traveled. It’s also quite nostalgic given the vast number of retro diners, motels, and roadside attractions along the way.

I’ve traveled along portions of Route 66 in Arizona, and it never fails to amaze me. I thoroughly enjoy stopping at roadside attractions that are truly a piece of Americana like Jack Rabbit Trading Post in Joseph City.

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For those traveling along this iconic highway-turned-byway, Jack Rabbit Trading Post is a must-stop roadside attraction. It was first opened in 1949 by Jim Taylor who had a huge black rabbit statue that became quite a hit to road trip adventurers. It was a perfect photo op that still remains today. Another photo op here? The iconic “HERE IT IS” sign is painted bright yellow with an image of the black rabbit on it.

When you pop inside this trading post, you’ll find a vast inventory of Arizona and Route 66 souvenirs including t-shirts, jewelry, novelty items, and treats like cactus lollipops that can only be found in Arizona.

For a dose of nostalgia, you can’t miss stopping at Jack Rabbit Trading Post. Just look for the sign on Route 66 and you know you’ve arrived at a true piece of Americana.

Jack Rabbit Trading Post is located at 3386 U.S. Rt. 66 in Joseph City, Arizona. To learn more, visit the official Jack Rabbit Trading Post website along with its Facebook page.

Getting your kicks on Route 66 anytime soon? Take a look at our Ultimate Road Trip Packing List for all the things you’ll need on the drive.

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