But Flagstaff is no slouch in the fat-tire department. Paddling Rowing the Rio - Tempe's Town Lake gives paddlers a place to exercise their oars. The lake is part of Rio Salado, a project that makes use of the Salt River's dry bed for recreation. Rapids lure river runners to the Verde - The extremes of kayaking on the Verde River are not all about adrenaline rushing as fast as the white water. Floating down the Verde can be as peaceful as it is exciting.
Water fights are more than a fun diversion on a float trip.
Dousing fellow travelers is a necessity in the summer's searing heat. It starts out slightly intimidating as rafters don their wet suits, life jackets and helmets, then gather on the shoreline to discuss the risks. But you don't want to spend half the weekend driving. Antelope Falls is just the ticket. Taking in the High Road - For drivers, Arizona 89 has it all.