Arizona : Prescott
Located in the mountains of North Central Arizona, Prescott is nearly 100 miles northwest of Phoenix and is the county seat of Yavapai County. The town sits at an elevation of 5,347 feet. The climate in Prescott is mild. Its summers are delightful, warm in the daytime and cool at night. Prescott’s location makes it popular with summer visitors seeking cooler temperatures than Phoenix and Tucson can offer. There are many attractions in Prescott that you won’t want to miss during your visit. The Sharlot Hall Museum retells Arizona ’s past through artifacts and buildings. This is a great stop to learn about the area. The Smoki Museum has many ancient artifacts of the Native Americans. The museum’s goal is to preserve the cultures of the people from long ago. Bucky’s Casino is a favorite gaming spot. There are many games to choose from and its surroundings are relaxed and comfortable.
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Arizona : Wickenburg
Wickenburg is known as the “Dude Ranch Capital of the World”. Wickenburg still hangs on to its wild west character. Be sure to tour the Desert Caballeros Western Museum, and if you're a bird watcher, stop by the Hassayampa River Preserve. Nestled in the foothills of the Bradshaw Mountains, and along the banks of the Hassayampa River, Wickenburg boasts a rich history which is still evident today. The town is oldest north of Tucson. In 1863, Henry Wickenburg, a German refugee, discovered the Vulture Mine which in time became the richest gold producing mine in Arizona's
Arizona : Jerome
From Prescott, head north, passing through the giant boulders of the Granite Dells just outside of town. Your route then climbs up and over Mingus Mountain to the old copper-mining town of Jerome. Though nearly a ghost town in the early 1960s, Jerome is now full of art galleries and interesting shops, and many of the old homes have been restored. Jerome is Arizona's largest and best known ghost town, a friendly, now vibrant, colorful thriving community, built on a rich foundation of history and lore. Half of Jerome's charm lies in its subtle quirkiness. The infamous
Arizona : Willcox Attractions
Amerind Foundation
Chiricahua Regional Museum and Research Center
Cochise College
Fort Bowie
Ghost Town Trails
Rex Allen Arizona Cowboy Museum and Cowboy Hall of Fame
Rex Allen Theater
Wings Over Willcox
Arizona : Willcox Recreation
Bonita Canyon Campground
Chiricahua National Monument
Cochise Lake
Cochise Stronghold in Coronado National Forest
Faraway Ranch
Roper Lake State Park
Arizona : Glendale
Glendale, Arizona is a residential community west of Phoenix and is located in the Northwest part of the Valley of the Sun. Glendale, Arizona is located northwest of Phoenix and is considered part of the greater Phoenix area. During the past decade it has been one of the fastest growing cities in the nation, and is Arizona's 4th largest city. Glendale is a very popular place to visit. The town began as a small church town and has grown to one of the largest towns in the Valley. There are numerous educational and training facilities such as the
Arizona : Wickenburg Events
February
Gold Rush Days
April
Desert Caballeros Ride
December
Cowboy Poetry Gathering
