There are still plenty of folks looking to strike it rich in Apache Junction, found just east of Phoenix in the Superstition Mountains. To this day, prospectors and treasure hunters from around the world continue their quest for the ever allusive mine, making this park one of Arizona’s top destination stops.

In 1884, the Payson Rodeo began. It is considered the oldest continuous rodeo anywhere and is held at the Payson in August. This three-day event incorporates the rodeo with parade on, lots of music, dancing and other special neighborhood events.