Hot summer days are best spent on the beach (yes, even in Arizona). At Lake Havasu State Park in Lake Havasu City, sprawl out on the white sand beaches, launch your boat and stay overnight in your tent or RV. Lake Havasu State Park, Lake Havasu City Swathes of spring wildflowers blanket Lost Dutchman State Park in Apache Junction. Stroll along the nature trails to see colorful brittlebush, lupines, desert hyacinths and chuparosa. TOP TO BOTTOM: AN PHAM; @ERICJAMESMARQUIS Lost Dutchman State Park, Apache Junction 7