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What you need to know before visiting Peridot Mesa

For those who love wildflowers, Peridot Mesa is a must-visit destination in Arizona.

For those who love wildflowers, Peridot Mesa is a must-visit destination in Arizona.

The mesa is one of the Grand Canyon state's most popular hot spots for wildflower viewing. But before you go, here are a couple things you need to know.

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You will need a permit

Since the Peridot Mesa is located on the San Carlos Indian Reservation, visitors will need to purchase a permit to travel to to the wildflower spot.

Permits are $10 each and can be purchased online or at one of the following two locations:

San Carlos Apache Tribe Recreation and Wildlife Office
US-70,
Peridot, AZ 85542
Phone: (928) 475-2343

Circle K
2011 US-70
Globe, AZ 85501
Phone: (928) 425-5114

Where to find the wildflowers

The mesa is located east of Globe, Arizona on the San Carlos Reservation. The area can be best accessed via US-70 near Coolidge Dam Road.

If you head out to see the wildflowers, be sure to share your photos with us on our Facebook page or our Twitter feed using #BeOn12.

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