Explore Arizona’s stunning landscapes and rich Native American heritage, including iconic landmarks like the Grand Canyon. Gina Rae La Cerva of The New York Times recommends honoring Baaj Nwaavjo I’tah Kukveni traditions in the recently designated Ancestral Footprints of the Grand Canyon National Monument. This conservation area spans around 900,000 acres of breathtaking desert scenery, making it a top 2024 destination for travel.

Considered the ancestral homelands of more than a dozen Indigenous tribes, the monument also preserves more than 3,000 Native cultural and historic sites, reflecting the area’s deep spiritual and sacred significance. Support the local Native American community through Colorado River adventures led by Hualapai Tribe river guides. But whether above or below the rim, be sure to look up: The California condor, the largest bird in North America and once facing extinction, now has a population of more than 100, thanks to recent conservation efforts.