A DAY IN
COTTONWOOD
Although Cottonwood is a small town in the heart of Arizona, you can still find plenty to do here. Explore state parks, embark on the Verde River, enjoy entertainment at Blazin’ M Ranch and dine at Crema Craft Kitchen. You can also spend time in Historic Old Town by visiting the many galleries, boutiques and wine rooms to round out your trip to Cottonwood.
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B E ST B E TS
DEAD HORSE RANCH STATE PARK
Located less than two miles from Old Town, the state landmark has earned a reputation as a favorite fishing spot, bird lover’s paradise and hiker’s dream. Hike or bike scenic trails along the banks of the Verde River, view wildlife and stay in a camping cabin at the park after your day adventure. visitcottonwoodaz.org
BLAZIN’ M RANCH
The Old West experience offers entertainment, activities, shopping and dining in Frontier Town. blazinm.com ARIZONA STRONGHOLD VINEYARDS
Try some of Arizona’s best wine at the winery’s tasting room in Cottonwood. azstronghold.com VERDE ADVENTURES
Embark on a trip while kayaking, tubing or a kayak and wine tasting experience on the Verde River. sedonaadventuretours.com
EAT AT CREMA CRAFT KITCHEN
In Old Town Cottonwood, breakfast and brunch is served fresh and ready at Crema Craft Kitchen. Their exceptionally crafted menu includes breakfast tacos, bread pudding french toast, made fresh pastries and a range of cocktails from the Ultimate Mimosa to the Haunted Bloody. And don’t miss their sandwiches for lunch and try their small batch, made-from-scratch gelato and sorbet. cremacottonwood.com
BING’S BURGER STATION
Located in an early 1940s service station, enjoy fresh burgers, sandwiches and ice cream. bingsburgers.com
EXPLORE OLD TOWN COTTONWOOD
Take a stroll down the street and see all the fine galleries, wine rooms, boutiques and antique shops that Old Town Cottonwood has to offer. Known once as the Biggest Little Town in America, Cottonwood’s Historic District is listed on the National Register and boasts a streetscape reflecting this history. oldtown.org
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LARRY’S ANTIQUES
Be prepared to spend some time browsing the store’s two acres of antiques, treasures and unusual items. larrysantiques.com RIDE THE VERDE CANYON RAILROAD
Enjoy this four-hour excursion by train ride through Verde Canyon to view spectacular rock faces and native flora and fauna. verdecanyonrr.com
