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35 Amazing Things to See in Yuma, Arizona, to Add to Your Bucket List

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35 Amazing Things to See in Yuma, Arizona, to Add to Your Bucket List

Introduction - If you like historical sites, natural attractions, or both, then Yuma is the perfect destination for your next vacation. This...

 

Enjoy outdoor activities at Joshua Tree National Park

Thing To See 1 - One of the best activities near Yuma for lovers of the outdoors is going to Joshua Tree National Park in...

 
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Snap photos with dinosaurs at Anza Borrego State Park

Thing To See 2 - If you're up for the drive, going to Anza Borrego State Park is highly recommended. Located approximately two hours and...

 
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Pick up a coffee at Cafecito in Downtown Yuma

Thing To See 3 - The city's historic downtown is full of Yuma attractions. It's also the perfect place to grab a coffee. One of...

 

Go on a road trip to Phoenix

Thing To See 4 - Arizona's capital city of Phoenix is located just three hours from Yuma. If you're looking for a road trip destination...

 
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Swim at Mittry Lake Wildlife Area

Thing To See 5 - Mittry Lake Wildlife Area is a nature reserve with a large lake that's perfect for water sports. In the summer...

 
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Watch a movie at Regency Main Street Cinemas

Thing To See 6 - Locally owned Regency Main Street Cinemas is the most popular place to see a movie in Yuma. The theater has...

 
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Travel back in time at the Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park

Thing To See 7 - Opened in 1876, the Yuma Territorial Prison closed 33 years later in 1909. Today, you can visit the site and...

 

Marvel at the Imperial Sand Dunes National Recreation Area

Thing To See 8 - One of the most impressive sites near Yuma is the Imperial Sand Dunes National Recreation Area. Dunes here can reach...

 

Plan a road trip to San Diego

Thing To See 9 - If you're in Yuma for a while and want to plan a day or overnight trip, going to San Diego...

 

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