Famous Rivers
The largest river in Arizona?
The Colorado River!
Fun Fact: The Colorado River is a major source of water for the state’s agriculture, cities, and ecosystems
This bird, known for its long tail and running speed.
The Roadrunner
Fun Fact: Roadrunners can hunt venomous snakes and other challenging prey
This Detroit Tigers Pitcher went to high school in Kingman, Arizona
Tarik Skubal!
Fun fact: Taylar also went to high school in Kingman, Arizona.
Arizona officially became the 48th state in the Union on this date in 1912.
February 14, 1912
Arizona is known by this nickname because of its famous canyon that attracts millions of visitors each year.
The Grand Canyon State
This Arizona river flows near Meteor Crater in Winslow, Arizona?
The Gila River!
This large desert mammal is often mistaken for a wild pig but is actually a member of the peccary family.
A Javelina
This Arizona-born actor with a distinctive raspy voice appeared in more than 400 films and was known for roles in “Stagecoach” and “How the West Was Won"
Andy Devine
This famous 1881 gunfight involving Wyatt Earp and Doc Holliday took place in this Arizona town.
Tombstone
Phoenix and the surrounding area are often called this because of the warm climate and abundant sunshine.
The Valley!
Fun Fact: Phoenix enjoys more than 300 sunny days per year, making it the sunniest major city in the U.S.
The name of the 336‑mile canal built in 1968 to bring Colorado River water to Phoenix?
Central Arizona Project (CAP)
This small desert mammal gets much of its water from the seeds it eats and rarely needs to drink water.
A Kangaroo Rat
Fun Fact: Kangaroo rats have long, powerful hind legs that allow them to leap up to 9 feet in a single bound
This actor known for films like “The Duke” and “True Grit” was born in Winterset, Iowa but lived in Arizona and had a famous connection to the state.
John Wayne
Fun Fact: John Wayne co-owned the 26 Bar Ranch near Eagar, AZ.
This Arizona landmark was declared a national park in 1919 and is one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World.
The Grand Canyon!
Fun Fact: Some studies suggest parts of the canyon may have begun forming up to 70 million years ago.
This nickname was used for Arizona before statehood?
The Baby State
The oldest continuously flowing river in Arizona?
The Salt River!
Fun Fact: The Salt River has origins in the San Francisco Peaks
This venomous creature is Arizona’s most dangerous scorpion and is known for its ability to climb walls and survive in homes.
The Bark Scorpion?
This shock-rock performer, whose real name is Vincent Furnier, grew up in Phoenix and became famous for hits like “School’s Out” and “No More Mr. Nice Guy.”
Alice Cooper
What are the Five C's of Arizona?
Copper, Cattle, Cotton, Citrus, and Climate.
This nickname refers to Arizona’s famous desert landscape, where the giant saguaro cactus grows.
The Desert State
This Arizona river is one of the few places in the state where you can see bald eagles nesting near riparian forests.
The Verde River
This endangered Arizona bird was once reduced to only 22 known wild individuals before a captive breeding program helped bring it back.
The California Condor
This famous singer, known for songs like “Blue Bayou” and “You’re No Good,” was born in Tucson, Arizona.
Linda Ronstadt
This Arizona landmark was originally called the “Arizona Dam” before being renamed after a U.S. president.
The Hoover Dam.
Its construction required continuous concrete pours, which would have taken over a century to cool naturally without engineering interventions
This nickname for Arizona celebrates the state’s abundance of one of the“Five C’s” that drove the economy.
The Copper State
Fun Fact: The rusty red color in the Arizona state flag is symbolic of the state’s rich copper deposits beneath the surface