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Plan Your Spring

Cactus League Trip Planner

Your game ticket is just the first inning. Explore every Spring Training city with tips from the locals who know it best and the experts who have the inside scoop on what’s happening across the Valley and beyond. From standout dining and must-see attractions to nearby escapes and hidden gems, you’ll have everything you need to turn each game day into a full Arizona adventure.

Arizona

Arizona

Make Spring Training the start of something bigger. Stand at the edge of the Grand Canyon, wander through Sedona’s towering red rocks, try an Arizona vintage in one of the three viticultural areas, or head south to the western town of Tombstone. Arizona delivers unforgettable moments in every direction. Discover a mix of arts, culture, and crave-worthy dining across regions where small-town charm meets big-city energy — all just a road trip from the ballpark.

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Greater Phoenix Area

Greater Phoenix Area

Home to 10 Spring Training ballparks, Greater Phoenix stretches across more than 500 square miles of the Sonoran Desert and brings together 24 distinct cities, each with its own personality, flavors, and must-see attractions. Nearly 5 million people live in this vibrant metro — one of the largest in the country — yet every community offers a different kind of Arizona experience. Framed by mountain preserves, neighboring Tribal lands, and easy escapes to national forests, the region is about the size of Delaware and filled with world-class resorts, championship golf, and unforgettable desert scenery.

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Road Trip Feature: Payson

Road Trip Feature: Payson

Head north and uncover a whole new side of Arizona in Payson, where cool mountain air, forest trails, and crystal-clear lakes set the scene for a perfect day away from the ballpark. Whether you’re chasing scenic viewpoints, casting a line on the water, or simply taking in the beauty of Rim Country, this is your place to slow down and explore.

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Road Trip Feature: Flagstaff

Road Trip Feature: Flagstaff

Cool mountain air, star-filled skies, and easy access to some of the Southwest’s most iconic landscapes make Flagstaff the ultimate high-country escape from the ballpark. Surrounded by the world’s largest ponderosa pine forest and located within reach of the Grand Canyon, ancient cliff dwellings, and volcanic terrain, this vibrant mountain town is built for adventure in every direction. Spend the day exploring national parks and monuments, then return to a walkable historic downtown filled with local restaurants, craft breweries, and unique places to stay.

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Road Trip Feature: Sierra Vista

Road Trip Feature: Sierra Vista

Set your sights on Sierra Vista, where wide-open horizons, high-desert grasslands, and mountain backdrops create one of Arizona’s most surprising escapes. From here, legendary history, acclaimed wine country, and wildlife-rich canyons are all within easy reach. Start in town, then fan out in every direction to experience the landscapes, cultures, and small communities that define southeast Arizona.

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Road Trip Feature: Tusayan

Road Trip Feature: Tusayan

Tusayan is your front door to the Grand Canyon, a high-country retreat surrounded by towering ponderosa pines and endless blue sky. Located just outside the South Rim entrance, it’s the ideal home base for canyon hikes, iconic overlooks, stargazing, and memorable air tours. Venture beyond the rim to experience historic Williams, Flagstaff’s mountain charm, and the scenic byways that make this region a true northern Arizona getaway.

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Keep exploring

Make more of spring

  • adventure payson
  • Playball Magazine – the official publication and guide to Cactus League baseball
  • Visit Sierra Vista
  • Town of Tusayan – The Closest Town to Grand Canyon National Park
  • Legends Global - THE PREMIER PARTNER TO THE WORLD’S GREATEST LIVE EVENTS, VENUES, AND BRANDS
  • Visit Phoenix Spring Training Apparel
  • State Farm Stadium
  • Arizona Office of Tourism
  • Experience Casa Grande
  • Discover Flagstaff
  • Gila River Resorts & Casinos
  • Marc Taylor Inc. - Project Management / Cost Consultancy Firm