When you think of an Arizona vacation, it's easy to picture a golf getaway or some sightseeing around the Grand Canyon. But if you want to work up a sweat or build up your muscles, there are plenty of resorts, campgrounds, spas and other options awaiting you in Arizona.
Miraval
Located in northern Tucson, Miraval spa and resort has three swimming pools, a climbing wall, zip line, nearby golfing, weight room, an equestrian center and yoga and Pilates studios. The focus here is on sustainability and healthy living, according to Miraval's website. Along with the zip line are 10 high-rope activities and seven low-rope activities. The resort prides itself in luxurious accommodations, as well as "heart-pumping challenges" spread out across 400 acres.
Miraval Arizona Resort & Spa
5000 E. Via Estancia Miraval
Tucson, Arizona 85739
800-825-4000
www.miravalresorts.com
Arizona Grand Resort
Located on the 17,000-acre South Mountain Preserve near Phoenix, the Arizona Grand Resort features a 20,000-square-foot fitness facility that allows you to exercise indoors or outdoors. The resort schedules more than 40 fitness classes. You can also rent mountain bikes to explore the nearby hill country or follow one of the many hiking trails near the resort. The resort also has a water park for the kids and the kids at heart, with three big waterslides, a wave pool and more.
Arizona Grand Resort
8000 S. Arizona Grand Parkway
Phoenix, Arizona 85044
602-438-9000
www.arizonagrandresort.com
Mii Amo
Physical fitness and mental wellness are the goals for guests at Mii Amo, in Sedona. In addition to classes in yoga, stretching and power walking, the resort also takes groups out to climb the Red Rocks, go mountain biking or just play tennis. Art and dance classes are available, too. The spa at Mii Amo also allows you to relax and refresh after all that activity.
Mii Amo
525 Boynton Canyon Road
Sedona, AZ 86336
888-749-2137
www.miiamo.com
CopperWynd
This Scottsdale resort has state-of-the-art fitness equipment and championship tennis courts, where you can get lessons to improve the game you bring back home. CopperWynd even offers tennis camps for youths and adults of all skill levels. Nutrition specialists are also on staff at the resort to help you eat right while you're getting fit.
CopperWynd Resort and Club
13225 N Eagle Ridge Dr.
Fountain Hills/Scottsdale, AZ 85268
877-707-7760
www.copperwynd.com
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