Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Gold Canyon March 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Gold Canyon Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Gold-Canyon.dx182922)[Hotels in Gold Canyon](https://expedia.co.uk/Gold-Canyon-Hotels.d182922.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Gold Canyon Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Gold-Canyon.d182922.Car-Hire-Guide)[Gold Canyon Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Gold-Canyon.d182922.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Gold Canyon, AZ ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Gold Canyon Types of activities [Gold Canyon travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Gold-Canyon.dx182922) ![Superstition Mountains in the Arizona Desert located east of Phoenix and near Gold Canyon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182922/7fa1274e-cae0-45e7-92d2-6932ab011fa4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Superstition Mountains in the Arizona Desert located east of Phoenix and near Gold Canyon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182922/7fa1274e-cae0-45e7-92d2-6932ab011fa4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aerial views of sunrise in La Quinta ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182922/06fd27ca-25ce-4da2-88b7-378bdc0d1bb4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hieroglyphic Trail 2022 after a Monsoon storm, Gold Canyon, Arizona](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182922/9ab5c836-fe3b-4d7b-aa49-0acbc71ab15f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Central Arizona](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054731/4e04fa7b-0056-40c4-83d3-b723f3e8f5b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Gold Canyon Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Gold Canyon has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Gold Canyon, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Gold Canyon with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Gold Canyon Gold Canyon is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Gold Canyon, and make it a breeze to explore Gold Canyon and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Gold Canyon to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Gold Canyon, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Gold Canyon. #### Gold Canyon attractions Gold Canyon has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Gold Canyon to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Gold Canyon. Looking for things to do in Gold Canyon can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Gold Canyon or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Gold Canyon attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails! --- --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in Gold Canyon ### Tours & day trips [See all 7 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=182922&location=Gold+Canyon&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Saguaro Lake: Guided Kayaking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45923589/80ca6549-8add-44b0-a5ad-89a587d16f7b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Saguaro Lake: Guided Kayaking Tour 3h 10/10 8 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £95 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/saguaro-lake-guided-kayaking-tour.a45923589.activity-details?&rid=182922&location=Gold+Canyon&swp=off) ![Apache Trail Tour & Steamboat Cruise Van Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/178412/94a7d36e-8bdb-4c5a-b925-7e0ddc1fc33b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Apache Trail Tour & Steamboat Cruise Van Tour 7h 30m 9.8/10 37 verified reviews Free cancellation available £124 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/apache-trail-tour-steamboat-cruise.a178412.activity-details?&rid=182922&location=Gold+Canyon&swp=off) ![Scenic Guided Kayaking Tour on Saguaro Lake](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45257291/6576e29a-b87b-4298-a8ce-959786ae7613.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Scenic Guided Kayaking Tour on Saguaro Lake 3h 10/10 6 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £89 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kayaking-tour-on-saguaro-lake.a45257291.activity-details?&rid=182922&location=Gold+Canyon&swp=off) ![Goldfield, Ghost Town, ,Tesla Cyber Lorry Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49827595/f3d350cf-8deb-4164-85fb-0df15e4466eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Goldfield, Ghost Town, ,Tesla Cyber Lorry Tour 2h Free cancellation available £148 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/goldfield-ghost-town-bulldog-canyon-tesla-cyber-lorry-tour.a49827595.activity-details?&rid=182922&location=Gold+Canyon&swp=off) ![Guided 2.5 Hours Kayaking & Paddle Boarding on Saguaro Lake](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46910293/36505170-9190-44d9-a2b3-62946a574273.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Guided 2.5 Hours Kayaking & Paddle Boarding on Saguaro Lake 3h 10/10 5 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £92 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/2-5-hours-guided-kayaking-and-paddle-boarding-on-saguaro-lake.a46910293.activity-details?&rid=182922&location=Gold+Canyon&swp=off) ![Desert Canyoneering Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2365289/101812b7-b0c4-4aaa-b1f3-da65bf2e740f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Desert Canyoneering Adventure 6h Free cancellation available £209 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/desert-canyoneering-adventure.a2365289.activity-details?&rid=182922&location=Gold+Canyon&swp=off) ![Tortilla Flat: Superstition Wilderness Rappelling Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52077560/8664bffb-be23-430a-92b5-7a657e4bf8ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tortilla Flat: Superstition Wilderness Rappelling Adventure 6h Free cancellation available £209 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tortilla-flat-superstition-wilderness-rappelling-adventure.a52077560.activity-details?&rid=182922&location=Gold+Canyon&swp=off) ### Water activities [See all 5 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=182922&location=Gold+Canyon&filter.categories=Wateractivities) ![Scenic Guided Kayaking Tour on Saguaro Lake](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45257291/6576e29a-b87b-4298-a8ce-959786ae7613.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Scenic Guided Kayaking Tour on Saguaro Lake 3h 10/10 6 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £89 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kayaking-tour-on-saguaro-lake.a45257291.activity-details?&rid=182922&location=Gold+Canyon&swp=off) ![Kayaking 2 Hr Canyon & Cliffside on Saguaro Lake](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/934665/19ca5b86-b16c-47e3-ba0d-efab543c0eae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kayaking 2 Hr Canyon & Cliffside on Saguaro Lake 2h 10/10 48 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £43 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/3-hour-butcher-jones-paddle.a934665.activity-details?&rid=182922&location=Gold+Canyon&swp=off) ![Kayaking 3 Hr Canyon & Cliffside on Saguaro Lake](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47582629/f1acce55-d74c-4bab-9807-78289376ef18.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kayaking 3 Hr Canyon & Cliffside on Saguaro Lake 3h Free cancellation available £51 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/extended-3-hour-canyon-cliffside-kayaking-on-saguaro-lake.a47582629.activity-details?&rid=182922&location=Gold+Canyon&swp=off) ![Guided 2.5 Hours Kayaking & Paddle Boarding on Saguaro Lake](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46910293/36505170-9190-44d9-a2b3-62946a574273.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Guided 2.5 Hours Kayaking & Paddle Boarding on Saguaro Lake 3h 10/10 5 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £92 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/2-5-hours-guided-kayaking-and-paddle-boarding-on-saguaro-lake.a46910293.activity-details?&rid=182922&location=Gold+Canyon&swp=off) ![Stand Up Paddleboarding in Phoenix](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50009790/39cbbc02-3ee4-4ccf-b309-11beaa85ffa6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Stand Up Paddleboarding in Phoenix 4h Free cancellation available £107 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/stand-up-paddleboarding-in-phoenix.a50009790.activity-details?&rid=182922&location=Gold+Canyon&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=182922&location=Gold+Canyon&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![Guided Hike: Saguaro Lake View](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49585111/b4fbc984-7dcf-4e2b-86ca-b735b013a87d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Guided Hike: Saguaro Lake View 2h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available £71 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/saguaro-lake-view-hike.a49585111.activity-details?&rid=182922&location=Gold+Canyon&swp=off) ![Desert Canyoneering Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2365289/101812b7-b0c4-4aaa-b1f3-da65bf2e740f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Desert Canyoneering Adventure 6h Free cancellation available £209 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/desert-canyoneering-adventure.a2365289.activity-details?&rid=182922&location=Gold+Canyon&swp=off) ![Tortilla Flat: Superstition Wilderness Rappelling Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52077560/8664bffb-be23-430a-92b5-7a657e4bf8ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tortilla Flat: Superstition Wilderness Rappelling Adventure 6h Free cancellation available £209 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tortilla-flat-superstition-wilderness-rappelling-adventure.a52077560.activity-details?&rid=182922&location=Gold+Canyon&swp=off) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. 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[Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_182922) ## Recommended things to do in Gold Canyon | Number of things to do | 11 | | ------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Kayaking 2 Hr Canyon & Cliffside on Saguaro Lake](/things-to-do/3-hour-butcher-jones-paddle.a934665.activity-details): £43 | | Top 5 things to do | [Saguaro Lake: Guided Kayaking Tour](/things-to-do/saguaro-lake-guided-kayaking-tour.a45923589.activity-details)[Apache Trail Tour & Steamboat Cruise Van Tour](/things-to-do/apache-trail-tour-steamboat-cruise.a178412.activity-details)[Kayaking 2 Hr Canyon & Cliffside on Saguaro Lake](/things-to-do/3-hour-butcher-jones-paddle.a934665.activity-details)[Guided 2.5 Hours Kayaking & Paddle Boarding on Saguaro Lake](/things-to-do/2-5-hours-guided-kayaking-and-paddle-boarding-on-saguaro-lake.a46910293.activity-details)[Scenic Guided Kayaking Tour on Saguaro Lake](/things-to-do/kayaking-tour-on-saguaro-lake.a45257291.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Saguaro Lake: Guided Kayaking Tour](/things-to-do/saguaro-lake-guided-kayaking-tour.a45923589.activity-details)[Kayaking 2 Hr Canyon & Cliffside on Saguaro Lake](/things-to-do/3-hour-butcher-jones-paddle.a934665.activity-details)[Guided 2.5 Hours Kayaking & Paddle Boarding on Saguaro Lake](/things-to-do/2-5-hours-guided-kayaking-and-paddle-boarding-on-saguaro-lake.a46910293.activity-details)[Scenic Guided Kayaking Tour on Saguaro Lake](/things-to-do/kayaking-tour-on-saguaro-lake.a45257291.activity-details)[Guided Hike: Saguaro Lake View](/things-to-do/saguaro-lake-view-hike.a49585111.activity-details) | | With kids | [Apache Trail Tour & Steamboat Cruise Van Tour](/things-to-do/apache-trail-tour-steamboat-cruise.a178412.activity-details)[Scenic Guided Kayaking Tour on Saguaro Lake](/things-to-do/kayaking-tour-on-saguaro-lake.a45257291.activity-details)[Desert Canyoneering Adventure](/things-to-do/desert-canyoneering-adventure.a2365289.activity-details)[Goldfield, Ghost Town, ,Tesla Cyber Lorry Tour](/things-to-do/goldfield-ghost-town-bulldog-canyon-tesla-cyber-lorry-tour.a49827595.activity-details) | ## What to do in Gold Canyon --- ### Popular places to visit ![Phoenix_ArizonaStateUniversity_502344_06](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502344/b0e487a9-d85a-4c9a-9aef-d1a75ed95bf5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Arizona State University Walk around the campus of Arizona State University, a top university in Tempe. Amble around the area's lakeside or seek out the jogging trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Arizona-State-University-Phoenix.d502344.Attraction) ![Phoenix Convention Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502320/d580f723-4f9f-42be-a946-579a29ba9735.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Phoenix Convention Center During your trip, find out what's happening in Phoenix Convention Center, a top convention centre in Phoenix. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Phoenix-Convention-Center-Downtown-Phoenix.d502320.Attraction) ![Phoenix_TalkingStickResortCasino_553248621555612463_02](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621555612463/011eaf9d-740d-4967-b44d-3f754616f8ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Talking Stick Resort Casino Why not try your luck with a visit to Talking Stick Resort Casino where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in Scottsdale? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Talking-Stick-Resort-Casino-Phoenix.d553248621555612463.Attraction) ![Phoenix_GrandCanyonUniversity_502345_07](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502345/4c229428-0411-4321-a840-e0f039a84194.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Grand Canyon University Walk around the campus of Grand Canyon University, a well-known university in Phoenix. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Grand-Canyon-University-Alhambra.d502345.Attraction) ![Chase Field](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068405/2fdc3861-ef79-44b7-8864-48f5afe5c404.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chase Field Catch an event at Chase Field and enjoy other activities in Phoenix such as golfing.In the area, take in the acclaimed theatre scene and mountain views. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chase-Field-Phoenix.d6068405.Attraction) ![Phoenix_UniversityofPhoenixStadium_6057986_05](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6057986/de333124-365c-4bf2-907d-85e4258fd607.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### State Farm Stadium Catch an event at State Farm Stadium during your trip to Glendale. Experience the lively festivals or attend a football match in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/State-Farm-Stadium-Phoenix.d6057986.Attraction) ![Westgate Entertainment District showing a fountain and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6130078/cb030b9c-bb1b-464c-8862-35904d4d7f5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Westgate Entertainment District You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Westgate Entertainment District during your stay in Glendale. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Westgate-Entertainment-District-Glendale-Sports-and-Entertainment-District.d6130078.Attraction) ![Camelback Mountain featuring landscape views, mountains and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502324/2819e18b-8c42-4b57-bae4-59b78f073473.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Camelback Mountain A distinct “hump” in the landscape offers panoramic views over the Valley of the Sun. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Camelback-Mountain-Camelback-East.d502324.Attraction) ![Kierland Commons](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2790/5b8ba77a-a4be-46f1-b8c1-9105694ae699.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kierland Commons You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Kierland Commons during your trip to Scottsdale. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kierland-Commons-Paradise-Valley-Village.d6160567.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Gold Canyon ![C58J3K Goldfield, Ghost Town, Apache Junction, USA, United States, America, village landscape](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9816/a5dc0597-36cf-4cec-b3f2-88735bfff2f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Apache Junction ![Phoenix featuring mountains and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178298/52a7c033-a53d-427b-93c2-4bfc23502d6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Phoenix ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Gold Canyon worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Gold Canyon? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Gold Canyon? ### Is three days enough to stay in Gold Canyon? ### Is Gold Canyon a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Gold Canyon with kids? > - [Apache Trail Tour & Steamboat Cruise Van Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/apache-trail-tour-steamboat-cruise.a178412.activity-details) > - [Scenic Guided Kayaking Tour on Saguaro Lake](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kayaking-tour-on-saguaro-lake.a45257291.activity-details) > - [Desert Canyoneering Adventure](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/desert-canyoneering-adventure.a2365289.activity-details) > - [Goldfield, Ghost Town, ,Tesla Cyber Lorry Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/goldfield-ghost-town-bulldog-canyon-tesla-cyber-lorry-tour.a49827595.activity-details) ### What to do in Gold Canyon for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Gold Canyon?