Payson

There are numerous natural wonders in the Grand Canyon State, but Payson has the highest concentration. This modest town of slightly more than 15,000 people is a hidden gem in Northern Arizona, home to a 300-million-year-old fossil site and the enchanted Mogollon Rim. The most well-known natural wonder in Payson is without a doubt the Mogollon Rim, an escarpment that spans 200 miles across the geographic center of Arizona. The rocky landscape, which started forming 600 million years ago, is covered in forests and grassland. Take a hike, ride a bike, or drive along one of the many trails while taking in the astounding variety of both plant and animal life. You'll pass by Tonto Natural Bridge State Park just before you get to Pine.

With a height of 183 feet, this amazing formation is thought to be the world's largest natural travertine bridge. Four trails are present in the park, some of which enter the vast cavern visible here. This is a must-see when in Payson because it has a waterfall, boardwalk, and a ton of lush vegetation. Many different lakes, including Willow Springs, are well-liked locations for kayaking, fishing, and other water sports. It doesn't get much more serene than these true oasis in the middle of the wilderness. Payson is one of only three places on Earth with a pure ozone belt, and it is situated at a height of more than 5,000 feet.