Road Trips from Phoenix, AZ
Where to drive next — curated by how much time you have and what you're in the mood for.
Total Routes
38
Shortest
0.3h
With Parks Nearby
23
Under 2 hours
18 total in this range
Cornville, AZ
1h 59m104.3 mi one way
Cordes Lakes, AZ
1h 17m66.3 mi one way
Arizona City, AZ
1h 7m58.1 mi one way
San Tan Valley, AZ
1h 7m47.2 mi one way
Eloy, AZ
1h 13m64.8 mi one way
Full-day getaway
18 total in this range
Prescott, AZ
2h 4m101.6 mi one way
Show Low, AZ
3h 40m174.9 mi one way
Swift Trail Junction, AZ
3h 50m172.7 mi one way
Chino Valley, AZ
2h 3m108.2 mi one way
West Sedona, AZ
2h 17m118 mi one way
Weekend trip
Browse by Mood
Prescott, AZ
2h 4m101.6 mi one way
Show Low, AZ
3h 40m174.9 mi one way
Swift Trail Junction, AZ
3h 50m172.7 mi one way
Chino Valley, AZ
2h 3m108.2 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Long daylight returns and parks begin peak bloom.
Summer
Avoid low-desert routes at midday; pick mountain destinations instead.
Fall
Cooler temps and foliage make it the underrated season here.
Winter
Desert driving is at its best — cool days, clear light.
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