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Skydive Arizona

4900 N Taylor St, Eloy, AZ 85131 · Eloy, AZ

Why you should go…

Skydive Arizona in Eloy has operated since 1978 and has grown into one of the most recognized skydiving drop zones in the world, with a large fleet of jump aircraft. The facility offers tandem jumps for first-timers and accelerated freefall training for those pursuing a license, along with an on-site restaurant, bunkhouse and RV hookups. It sits about an hour north of Tucson via Interstate 10.

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General sport & outdoor guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Weather calls the shots

    Check the forecast the morning of and keep an indoor backup in your pocket for the day it turns.

  • Shoes, water, sun cover

    The three things that decide whether you last the whole outing or cut it short after an hour.

  • Parking and launches fill early

    On a nice weekend, lots and trailheads are often full by mid-morning.

  • Daylight shrinks in shoulder season

    Spring and fall visits need an earlier start than the same trip in July.

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