This Desert City Was Just Named America’s No. 1 Winter Nature Getaway

Sometimes the best kind of vacation is the kind where you do not have to “do” anything. No packed itinerary or crowded attractions. Just fresh air, wide open skies, and that peaceful moment when all you can hear is birdsong and your own footsteps on a trail.

If that sounds like your dream winter escape, one sunny desert destination just got a major stamp of approval.

Tucson, Arizona, was just named the No. 1 winter nature getaway in the United States, according to a new ranking from Extreme Terrain, an off-road outfitter known for its outdoor lifestyle research.

And honestly, it makes a lot of sense.

Tucson hits that sweet spot winter travelers want most: mild weather, incredible scenery, and easy access to outdoor adventure, without the freezing temps that keep you indoors in so many other parts of the country.