Visit Superior

To active individuals who love nature, adventure, and history…

Superior offers top-notch hiking and outdoor adventure, unique annual festivals, and a budding culinary and art scene.

Superior, Arizona has a rich legacy as an important center of mining. Located 60 miles east of Phoenix and 2,888 feet up in elevation, it sits in an impressive natural setting with a remarkable scenic backdrop that includes Apache Leap and Picketpost Mountain. Access to the surrounding desert and Tonto National Forest is provided by a convenient system of forest roads and trails including the Arizona National Scenic Trail and the newly completed Legends of Superior Trail.

Things to do in Superior:

Adventure

Take a deep breath and begin your next adventure among the rugged, natural beauty of Superior. The Legends of Superior Trail is an 11.65-mile-long hiking, biking and equestrian recreational trail that connects Queen Creek Canyon, the Town of Superior and the Arizona National Scenic Trail.

Community

Founded in 1882 by prospectors, Superior is currently in the midst of a renaissance. Discover authentic art, great food, and live music every Second Saturday downtown, or attend one of the many unique annual festivals that celebrate the prickly pear cactus, race burros, and local history.

Culture

Superior’s heritage is rich in mining and being home to the Boyce Thompson Arboretum. Stay the night at the Historic Hotel Magma, a cultural gem that has been lovingly restored from its glory days. From its fascinating history to its budding arts and culinary scene — Superior is in full bloom.

Stay & Play

Make your visit to Boyce Thompson Arboretum part of a weekend event! Stay and explore this picturesque, largely undiscovered destination that offers outstanding outdoor adventure, unique annual festivals, fascinating history, and a welcoming food, shopping and arts scene.