The document provides several facts about the state of Arizona: - Arizona has more wilderness areas than the entire Midwest, with a total of 90 wilderness areas. - Arizona became the 48th state on February 14, 1912. - Arizona is the 6th largest state in the US. - A type of cactus called a saguaro cactus can store up to nine tons of water. - There are 26 mountain peaks in Arizona over 26,000 feet in elevation. The state colors of Arizona are blue and gold. Roadrunners in Arizona can run up to 17 mph.