Cottonwood and Verde Valley Visitors Guide

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IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR LASTING VACATION MEMORIES, the Verde Valley is the perfect destination to find something for everyone. Located in the 'heart' of Arizona, the Verde Valley is ideally situated above the heat of the desert and below the cold of Arizona’s high country. Surrounded by the red rocks of Sedona, Mingus Mountain elevating to 8,000’ to the west, and the Mogollon Rim stretching north and east, its low elevation of 3,300’ and moderate climate is enjoyed year-round.

The communities of the Verde Valley showcase the best of Arizona's quaint small towns and each offers visitors a unique experience. In the shadows of Mingus Mountain and in the heart of the Verde Valley, Cottonwood offers a distinctive historic district lined with shops and restaurants on its Main Street.

Nearby Clarkdale is where you catch the thrill-packed Verde Canyon Railroad ride followed by an old west dinner and show at the Blazin’ M Ranch. Cornville offers wineries, tasting rooms and a relaxed take on some of Arizona’s most pristine high-desert scenery.

Camp Verde is home to Montezuma Castle National Monument, an ancient cliff dwelling dating to 1150 that towers above the valley. Camp Verde also serves up casino gambling and the Out of Africa Wildlife Park, where safari tours bring you face-to-face with lions and tigers and zebras, oh my!

No Verde Valley excursion would be complete without a journey to Jerome, the “City in the Sky.” Once a thriving mining camp of 15,000, Jerome acquired “ghost town” status by the 1960s. Today, entrepreneurs have restored many of the quaint buildings that cling to the mountainside and the town now dishes out artsy boutiques and panoramic views in equal measure. Speaking of views, Sedona’s stark, giant, red rock formations are so compelling, they cause grown men to take up painting or poetry. Toss in dozens of superb shops, galleries, restaurants and recreational opportunities, and Sedona has found a magical elixir.

Ancient civilizations, with their unique history and cultures, are also here to explore. State parks, historic sites and enticing attractions offer activities for all ages. More than 100 species of birds reside at Dead Horse Ranch State Park and Native American history abounds at Tuzigoot National Monument. There is an assortment of hotels, bed & breakfasts, RV Parks, campgrounds and restaurants to choose from. Plan to stay a few days; you will need them to see all there is throughout the Verde Valley.

Cottonwood/Verde Valley 2010-2011 Official Visitors Guide Cottonwood Chamber of Commerce 1010 S. Main St., Cottonwood, AZ 86326 • p. 928.634.7593 • visitcottonwoodaz.org Produced and Published in conjunction with Hennen Publishing and Marketing Group • p. 480.664.0541 • hennenpmg.com

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Photography Susan & Russell Beach, Beach’s On Location • p. 928.639.3374 • beachsonlocation.com Cover Photo: Tuzigoot National Monument Published annually, every effort is made to make this publication as accurate as possible.

Cottonwood/Verde Valley and Hennen Publishing will assume no responsibility for errors, changes or omissions. Copyright 2010. All rights reserved.

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Page Springs Cellars

LOCATED IN BEAUTIFUL NORTHERN ARIZONA, the Verde Valley Wine Trail invites wine enthusiasts to experience a destination rich in history, beauty, and the production of exquisite wines. The wineries and tasting rooms on the Verde Valley Wine Trail offer a variety of skillfully crafted wines to satisfy any wine taster’s palate. Every winery has its own unique personality and distinct wines for visitors to discover at each stop along the Wine Trail.

The Verde Valley Wine Trail connects the dots between the communities of Cottonwood, Sedona, Camp Verde, Jerome, Cornville, Clarkdale and the beautiful red rock landscape and canyons that USA Today says is the most beautiful place in America. verdevalleywinetrail.com Alcantara Vineyards 7500 E. Alcantara Way, Cottonwood, 928.649.8463 (VINE), alcantaravineyard.com Tasting Room Hours: 11 a.m.-5 p.m., 7 days a week, closed major holidays.

Beautiful 80-acre vineyard located on the Verde River, with a lovely Tuscan farm-style tasting room and bald eagles flying overhead. Tours begin at 11:30 a.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Off Highway 260/Thousand Trails. See ad on page 7.

Arizona Stronghold Vineyards Tasting Room 1023 N. Main St., Old Town Cottonwood, 928.639.2789 arizonastrongholdvineyards.com Tasting Room Hours: Noon-7 p.m. Mon./Thurs./Sun.; Noon-5 p.m. Tues./Wed., Noon-9 p.m.

Fri./Sat., 365 days a year.

Enjoy wines in a comfortable, relaxing environment while exploring the eclectic shops, galleries, antiques, restaurants and cafes of Historic Old Town.

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Located in historic Jerome.

Experience exquisite hand-crafted wines while overlooking the Verde Valley. See ad on page 7.

Caduceus Cellars Tasting Room 158 Main St., Jerome, 928.634.3444 caduceus.org Tasting Room Hours: 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 365 days a year.

Located on Main Street amongst quirky art galleries and unique specialty shops in the historic copper mining town of Jerome.

Bitter Creek Winery 240 Hull Ave., Jerome, 928.634.7033 Tasting Room Hours: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

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Javelina Leap Vineyards & Winery 1565 Page Springs Road, Cornville, 928.649.2681, javelinaleapwinery.com Tasting Room Hours: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

365 days a year.

Free barrel room tours on Saturday.

The closest winery to the historic Page Springs Restaurant. Look for the green winery building and split rail fence entrance. See ad on 7.

Jerome Winery 403 Clark St., Jerome, 928.639.9067, jeromewinery.com Tasting Room Hours: Noon-5 p.m., 365 days a year.

Family-owned offering uniquely handcrafted and individually distinct wines. Sip a glass on the outdoor patio and enjoy a panoramic view of the Verde Valley! See ad on 7.

Oak Creek Vineyards & Winery 1555 N. Page Springs Road, Cornville, 928.649.0290, oakcreekvineyards.net Tasting Room Hours: 11 a.m.-5 p.m., 365 days a year.

Lush 10-acre vineyard, gift shop with the largest selection of wine related merchandise in AZ and a gourmet selection of cheeses, salami and other snacks.

Page Springs Cellars 1500 N. Page Springs Road, Cornville, 928.639.3004, pagespringscellars.com Tasting Room Hours: 11 a.m-6 p.m.

Sun.-Thur., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Family-owned and kid friendly.

Enjoy wine on a shady patio, on the deck along Oak Creek or inside the tasting room. Cheese and bistro plates available. Relax with a massage in a private tent overlooking the vineyard and Oak Creek. See ad on Inside Front Cover Pillsbury Wine Company North Tasting Room 1012 N. Main St., Old Town Cottonwood, 928.639.0646 pillsburywinecompany.com Tasting Room Hours: 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

Sun.-Wed.; 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat., closed major holidays.

Serves delicious wines from Pillsbury’s vineyard in Cochise County and local wine from Freitas Veneyard in Cottonwood.

Wine Tours DETOURS Wine Tours 866.438.6877, detoursaz.com/sedona-wine-tour Depart from Phoenix for Sedona & Verde Valley Wine Trail vineyard tour

Arizona Stronghold Vineyards Tasting Room

Haunted Tours of Jerome 928.639.4361, 928.634.0452, hauntedtoursofjerome.us Custom wine tasting tours

Sedona Wine Country Tours 928.554.4072, sedona-tour-guide.com Wining, Dining & Romance Tour, Vineyards of the Verde Valley Tour, Sedona Artistry & Wine, Wine & Art in Jerome.

Sedona Adventure Tours 928.204.6440, sedonaadventuretours.com Water to Wine Tour, Scenic Wine Tasting Tour, Jerome Wine Tour. See ad on page 14.

Silver Spur Tours 928.282.4777, 800.600.4006, silverspurtours.com Magical day in Sedona.

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experience exquisite hand crafted wines in our beautiful Gallery,overlooking the Red Rocks of Sedona, in the Historic Ghost Town of Jerome, AZ

Open Every Day 928-634-7033

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THE TOWN OF COTTONWOOD BEGAN AS A CAMPGROUND and stop-over for travelers to Oak Creek, Beaver Creek and Camp Verde. It was one of three main crossings over the Verde River. Cottonwood became a supplier of fresh produce to the copper miners in Jerome in the early years of the 20th century. Today, it is the commercial hub of the Verde Valley and is home to a number of antique shops, fine restaurants, art galleries, wineries and festivals throughout the year. Cottonwood Chamber of Commerce, 928.634.7593, visitcottonwoodaz.org Historic Old Town Shops, galleries, wine tasting rooms and restaurants line Main Street and provide the backdrop for this quaint and colorful historic district. The unique Cottonwood Jail stands guard at the top of Main Street. Allow two hours.

Cottonwood’s River Walk - ‘Jail Trail’ For a self-guided Riparian Gallery Forest Tour, pick up a brochure at the Jail Trail trailhead located behind the Old Town Jail. The trail is part of the Verde River Greenway, a unit of Dead Horse Ranch State Park. Early birders may get a glimpse at the many birds that live and migrate through the area, as well as more common animals such as deer, raccoon, coyote, beaver and javelina. Allow one hour.

Pine Shadows Golf Course This par-3 executive course, located at the base of Mingus Mountain, offers nine holes that strategically meander through the surrounding high-desert terrain. 928.634.1093. Tee time reservations recommended.

Blazin’ M Ranch Chuckwagon & Western Stage Show The Blazin’ M Ranch offers an authentic western evening. Stroll through the Old West town complete with shopping, Old-Tyme photos and cowboy activities, then enjoy hearty trail vittles and listen to authentic foot stompin’ cowboy music, comedy and tales of days gone by. The food is great and the entertainment is outstanding. 928.634.0334, 800.937.8643. Ranch opens at 5 p.m. and dinner is served at 6:30 p.m. Reservations recommended. Allow three hours.

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Cottonwood & Mingus Mountain in the Winter

Clemenceau Heritage Museum Rooms and display cases filled with artifacts focus on Verde Valley history.

The Railroad Room depicts miles of railroad during the early mining and smelting days. Volunteers and donations keep the museum operating. Two major fundraisers during the year include the annual Zeke Taylor Barbecue in November and the Crafts American Style Show in February. 928.634.2868. Wednesday: 9 a.m.-noon. Friday-Sunday: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Closed major holidays. Located at 1 N. Willard. Donations appreciated. Allow one hour.

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Verde Canyon Railroad

Clarkdale

HOME TO THE VERDE CANYON RAILROAD, Clarkdale was laid out in 1914 near the site of the existing smelter, which was built in 1910. It processed ore from nearby Verde Canyon Railroad Jerome until 1952. Clarkdale was a company town, built with modern amenities. The mining and smelter sites, along with the Clarkdale Memorial Clubhouse, are listed on the National Register of Historic Sites. Clarkdale hosts a number of community events, including an art festival and Independence Day celebration. Clarkdale Chamber of Commerce, 928.634.9438, clarkdalechamber.com The Verde Canyon Railroad The Verde Canyon Railroad is considered Arizona’s longest running nature show. The remote wilderness of the Verde Canyon is renowned for its towering, red rock pinnacles, clean, green waters, Indian ruins, tunnels, trestles and clear, azure skies. This picturesque setting is further enhanced by the variety of indigenous flora and fauna, the many migrating waterfowl, and bald eagles that winter in this riparian respite each year. Though it is possible to hike the canyon, riding the rails of the Verde Canyon Railroad is the most comfortable and entertaining way to experience it. 928.639.0010, 877.800.7326. Most trains depart daily at 1 p.m. Reservations required. Allow four hours.

Tuzigoot National Monument

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Tuzigoot National Monument – Featured on the Cover Approximately 800 years ago, this Sinagua pueblo was home to the Native American population once inhabiting this area. The site is comprised of 42 acres, including hiking trails (one wheelchair accessible) and a complete museum.

Visitors can actually walk through the various rooms of the pueblo to view this ancient civilization. Images, etched in stone, help tell the tale of daily life.

928.634.5564. Open daily at 9 a.m. Fee area.

Allow two hours.

Windmill Park

Cornville DON’T EXPECT TO FIND ROWS OF CORNFIELDS in the small town of Cornville. For a unique small town experience and the opportunity to enjoy Oak Creek without crowds, a trip to Cornville has it all. Three local wineries are located in this quaint community. For fine dining, the Manzanita Inn is known throughout the Verde Valley as one of the most popular dining experiences. 928.634.8851.

Verde Santa Fe Golf Club

Verde Santa Fe Golf Club Golf enthusiasts of all levels can enjoy this par 71 layout at just over 3,300’ elevation. Verde Santa Fe offers a memorable round of golf overlooking the beautiful landscape of the Verde Valley framed by Mingus Mountain. This is an 18-hole course playable at all levels. 928.634.5454. Tee time reservations recommended.

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City of Jerome

Jerome

NICKNAMED “THE CITY IN THE SKY,” Jerome was at one time the most talked about mining camp in America and is listed on the National Historic Register. Its population went from 15,000 in its heyday, to a “ghost town” of under 50 people, to its role today, as a center for the arts with unique shops, galleries, wineries, tasting rooms, dining and lodging. The Jerome Mine Museum on Main Street brings to life the challenges and triumphs achieved during the booming mining era. This scenic view of the entire Verde Valley offers wonderful photographic opportunities. Jerome Chamber of Commerce, 928.624.2900, azjerome.com.

Jerome State Historic Park The Douglas Mansion at Jerome State Historic Park has been an eyecatching landmark in Jerome since 1916, and is now a museum devoted to the mining history of Jerome and the Douglas family. It features photographs, artifacts, minerals, a period room and a “3-D” model of the town including the underground mines. 928.634.5381. Please contact the State Parks main office at 602.542.4174 or their website at azstateparks.com for current park status.

Gold King Mine The Gold King Mine displays early machinery of the mining era in Jerome and will round out this step back in time. 928.634.0053. Open daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Haunted Tours of Jerome Travel back in time with daily haunted tours of Jerome and historic tours of Jerome, Cottonwood and Clarkdale. Custom wine tasting tours are also available. 928.639.4361, 928.634.0452.

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Montezuma Castle National Monument

Camp Verde CAMP VERDE OFFERS A BLEND of ancient cultures, military influence and ranching heritage. It is a small town that began with farms and cattle ranches. Camp Verde Chamber of Commerce, 928.567.9294, campverde.org.

Fort Verde State Historic Park General Crook’s U.S. Army scouts and soldiers were primarily based at Fort Verde. They were charged with preventing Apache and Yavapai Indian uprisings in the late 1800s. Some of the original buildings remain.

Its officers’ quarters are open to visitors and a museum is located in the old headquarters building. 928.567.3275. Fee area. Please contact the State Parks main office at 602.542.4174 or their website at azstateparks.com for current park status.

Montezuma Castle National Monument and Montezuma Well This ancient cliff dwelling dates back to 1150. The Castle stands in a cliff recess 100 feet above the valley. Montezuma Well, also part of the monument, is a natural limestone sinkhole, and was an important source of water for the Sinagua Indians. The Castle stands as one of the most well-preserved cliff dwellings in North America. 928.567.3322. $5 for adults, children are free.

Summer hours May-Sept.: 8 a.m.-7 p.m.; Winter hours Sept.-May: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Located at 2800 Montezuma Castle Road off Interstate 17 at exit 289.

Out of Africa Wildlife Park Right in the heart of Arizona, walk or ride Safari vehicles through the Serengeti or Wildlife Preserve to get up close and personal with large predators such as lions, tigers, giraffe, wildebeest and zebra as they prowl their natural environment. Don’t miss the Tiger Splash. Photo opportunities abound! 928.567.2840 Cliff Castle Casino – Voted #1 Casino in Arizona 11 years in a row!

Family-friendly, with Kids Quest, a bowling alley, four restaurants, a Lodge, blackjack, poker and 660+ machines, Cliff Castle Casino has it all. 928.567.7900, cliffcastlecasino.net. Open daily.

Out of Africa Wildlife Park

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Chapel of the Holy Cross

Sedona

SEDONA IS SURROUNDED BY MAGNIFICENT RED ROCK FORMATIONS and offers world-class restaurants, numerous art galleries and hundreds of unique shops. There are many arts and cultural activities plus golf, hiking, balloon rides and bi-plane tours. Several Jeep tour companies offer the unique experience of traveling through the red rock canyons and areas otherwise forbidden to motor travel. Sedona Chamber of Commerce, 928.282.7722, 800.288.7336, visitsedona.com.

Oak Creek Factory Stores Outlet Mall The Prime Outlet Stores in the Village of Oak Creek offer great savings, restaurants and designer shops including Bass, Ann Taylor and Tommy Hilfiger Outlets. 928.284.2150.

Tlaquepaque Arts & Crafts Village Tlaquepaque is a recreated Mexican village that hosts a myriad of shops and restaurants offering unique and unexpected cultural experiences. Visitors find art galleries, a brewery and a French-cuisine restaurant among the shops of this artisan Mecca. 928.282.4838. tlaq.com.

Chapel of the Holy Cross Built in 1956, designed by Marguerite Brunswig Staude, a pupil of Frank Lloyd Wright, the Chapel appears to rise out of the surrounding red rocks. The towering cross and awesome panorama of buttes, valley and sky are a source of inspiration inviting rest and reflection. This site presents incredible photo opportunities in all directions. 928.282.4069.

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Petroglyphs At the V-Bar-V Ranch Prehistoric Rock Art Site, 1,032 individual petroglyphs have been identified on 13 panels. They are outstanding examples of the Beaver Creek style found throughout the eastern half of Verde Valley. 928.284.5323.

Palatki Ruins Palatki (Hopi for “red house”) is a cliff dwelling sheltered in a Supai sandstone overhang, constructed by the Southern Sinagua people who inhabited the area from approximately 650 to 1300. A most outstanding pictograph site, walls display art from archaic cultures extending back over 6,000 years to the work of the Sinagua, the Yavapai and Apache Tribes of historic times. Coconino National Forest. For reservations call 928.282.3854.

Honanki Ruins Honanki held one of the largest population centers in the Verde Valley, primarily occupied 1130 through 1280. Honanki consisted of about 60 rooms and a number of pictographs. The 700-year-old well-preserved ruins and the rock art on the walls are fascinating. Coconino National Forest. Fee area.

Campgrounds/RV Parks Dead Horse Ranch State Park 675 Dead Horse Ranch Road, Cottonwood, 928.634.5283 Mountain Vu RV Court 11295 Cornville Road, Cornville, 928.639.2984

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Verde Valley RV Resort/ Thousand Trails Hwy. 260 at Milepost 211, Cottonwood, 928.567.9562, 877.362.6736

Turquoise Triangle RV Park 2501 E. Hwy. 89A, Cottonwood, 928.634.5294, 888.994.7275

Dead Horse Ranch State Park

Recreational Parks Dead Horse Ranch State Park Offering excellent camping and RV facilities, the park attracts the recreational user. Twenty acres of lagoons are stocked with rainbow trout from November through March or you can get in your canoe and journey downstream on the Verde River. With a phenomenal trail system, the park offers many opportunities for wildlife viewing, bird watching, fishing, hiking, biking and horseback riding.

Trail rides by Trail Horse Adventures are available in the park, 866.958.7245.

Over 100 species of birds have been identified in the immediate confines of the park, which is home to the Verde Valley Birding and Nature Festival in April, birdyverde.org. 928.634.5283. Fee area. Allow half day.

Red Rock State Park – Center for Environmental Education Hiking trails and beautiful vistas attract visitors to this unique park nestled along the riparian cottonwood/sycamore corridor of Oak Creek. The visitor center offers displays and theater presentations on the area, and the gift shop features books on nature-related topics. Available daily are guided nature walks by rangers and volunteer naturalists. In addition, special programs occur throughout the year. 928.282.6907. Fee area.

Slide Rock State Park Slide Rock State Park offers an easy walk past old cabins and the flourishing famed Oak Creek apple orchard. Continue on to the stairs and trail that leads to Oak Creek, where water rushes through natural red rock sluices. In the summertime, kids and adults love to ride the water down these sluices, sunning themselves afterward on the rocks. 928.282.3034.

Please contact the State Parks main office at 602.542.4174 or their website at azstateparks.com for current park status.

Oak Creek Canyon The “switchbacks” of Oak Creek Canyon may seem a bit unnerving, but are well worth the drive to the top. The Scenic Overlook offers a fantastic view of the Canyon and beyond. There may be Native American hand-made jewelry and craft items to pick up as an authentic souvenir. Oak Creek Visitors’ Center, 928.282.4119.

Red Rock Crossing, Cathedral Rock and Crescent Moon Recreation Area At Crescent Moon Recreation Area, visitors walk along Oak Creek and see impressive views with unbelievable photo opportunities of Cathedral Rock.

Sedona Ranger Station, 928.282.4119. Crescent Moon/Red Rock Crossing, 928.204.1389. Fee area.

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The Annabel Inn, Bed & Breakfast 611 N. 7th St., Old Town Cottonwood, 928.649.3038 theannabelinn.com A quaint three-room European cottage in the heart of Old Town Cottonwood serving full breakfasts and providing luxurious beds and cozy accommodations. See ad on page 9.

Best Western Cottonwood Inn 993 S. Main St., Cottonwood, 928.634.5575, 877.873.1296, bestwesterncottonwoodinn.com Best Western Inn of Sedona 1200 W. Hwy. 89A, Sedona, 928.282.3072, innofsedona.com

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Connor Hotel of Jerome 164 Main St., Jerome, 928.634.5006, 800.523.3554, connorhotel.com Charm meets comfort! Lovely historic hotel in the heart of Jerome with many luxurious amenities and special touches. See ad on page 12.

Cove Parkway Rentals 960 Cove Pkwy., Cottonwood, 928.634.3026 coveparkwayrentals.com One bedroom, fully-furnished apartments including cable, Internet and housekeeping. See ad on page 23.

Dessert Rose Bed & Breakfast 4190 E. Bridle Path Road, Cottonwood 928.646.0236, desertrosebandb.com Foothills Property Management 1615 W. Hwy. 89A, Sedona 868 Cove Pkwy., Ste. 1, Cottonwood 928.282.7368, 800.369.7368, foothillsrentals.com Furnished short term vacation rentals and unfurnished rentals available.

See ad on page 23.

Hampton Inn 1800 W. Hwy. 89A, Sedona, 928.282.4700, sedona.hamptoninn.com Jerome Grand Hotel 200 Hill St., Jerome, 928.634.8200, 888.817.6788 jeromegrandhotel.com Little Daisy Motel 34 S. Main St., Cottonwood, 928.634.7865, littledaisy.com The Lodge at Cliff Castle Casino 333 Middle Verde Road, Camp Verde, 928.567.6611, 800.524.6343, cliffcastlecasino.net Steps away from Cliff Castle Casino, The Lodge offers 80 rooms with southwestern décor, convenient dining, meeting rooms, banquet facilities, and a free 24-hour shuttle to the casino. See ad on page 1.

Pines Motel 920 S. Camino Real, Cottonwood, 928.634.9975, 800.483.9618, azpinesmotel.com Quality Inn Cottonwood 301 W. Hwy. 89A, Cottonwood, 928.634.4207 qualityinn.com/hotel-cottonwoodarizona-az064 Nonsmoking, no pets, free WiFi, and Q Café Breakfast included. See ad on this page.

View Motel 818 S. Main St., Cottonwood, 928.634.7581, theviewmotel.com Noted for our quiet and comfortable atmosphere. Located up and away from traffic, we offer the best view in Cottonwood. See ad on this page

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Attractions

Arizona Helicopter Adventures 928.282.0904, azheli.com Sightseeing tours of Sedona and Northern Arizona. Experience the best views from a comfortable Bell Jet Ranger Helicopter with an in-flight narrative by a highly skilled pilot. See ad on page 15 Arcosanti – Cosanti Foundation Mayer, 928.632.7135, arcosanti.org Blazin’ M Ranch Mabery Ranch Road, Cottonwood, 928.634.0334, 800.937.8643, blazinm.com Tickle your funny bone and satisfy your taste buds with an evening at the Blazin’ M Ranch chuckwagon-style dinner and show. See ad on page 18-19.

Gold King Mine & Ghost Town Jerome, 928.634.0053, goldkingmineghosttown.net THE MANHEIM GALLERY 747 N. Main St., Cottonwood 928.649.0130 themanheimgallery.com A surprising little gallery of exceptionally fine artists ... and proud host of oil painter, Ramona Stites, and jewelry designer, Karen Piper as Artists in Residence. See ad on this page.

Out of Africa Wildlife Park 4020 N. Cherry Road, Camp Verde, 928.567.2840, outofafricapark.com Open year-round; located 90 minutes north of Phoenix and 30 minutes

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south of Sedona. Admission covers all shows and tours. See ad on page 25.

Pine Shadows Golf Course 1480 W. Groseta Ranch Road, Cottonwood. 928.634.1093 pineshadowsgolfcourse.com Pink Jeep Tours Sedona, 928.282.5000, 800.8.SEDONA, pinkjeep.com Red Rock Skydiving Cottonwood, 877.646.8899, 928.649.8899, redrockskydiving.com Red Rock Western Jeep Tours Sedona, 928.282.6667, 800.848.7728, redrockjeep.com. Red Rock Western Jeep Tours has been selling happiness now for 27 years and we invite you to come to beautiful Sedona to enjoy the experience of a lifetime.

See ad on page 15.

Silver Spur Tours Sedona, 928.282.4777, 800.600.4006 silverspurtours.com Verde Canyon Railroad 300 N. Broadway, Clarkdale, 928.639.0010, 877.800.7326 verdecanyonrr.com Beauty, history, wildlife, and geology are all an integral part of the Verde Canyon and the Railroad that travels within. See ad on page 16-17.

Verde Santa Fe Golf Club 645 S. Verde Santa Fe Pkwy., Cornville 928.634.5454, verdesantafe.com. Open to the public 365 days a year and is a par 71 layout at just over 3,300’. See ad on page 11.

Old Town Cottonwood

Restaurants

A Scoop Above - Gelato Shop 109 S. Main St., Cottonwood 928.634.1670

Las Carretas Restaurant 1481 State Route 89A, Cottonwood, 928.634.7751

Blazin’ M Ranch Chuckwagon Supper & Western Stage Show Mabery Ranch Road, Cottonwood, 928.634.0334, 800.937.8643, blazinm.com. Chuckwagon supper & live Western stage show. Old West courtyard features shopping, OldTyme photos and Western activities.

Open Wed.-Sat. Reservations recommended. See ad on page 18-19.

Mai Thai on Main 2181 E. State Route 89A, Cottonwood, 928.649.2845

Jump Start Espresso & Smoothies 1012 N. Main St., Old Town Cottonwood, 928.639.0646

976 S. Main St., Ste. A Cottonwood, 928.639.3113

Main Street Cafe & Pizzeria 920 Main St., Clarkdale, 928.649.3070

Manzanita Inn 11425 E. Cornville Road, Cornville, 928.634.8851, themanzanitarestaurant.com Renown for German food, the Manzanita Restaurant also offers Casa Bonita superb seafood, steaks and other 991 S. Main St., Cottonwood, specialty dishes in a friendly old928.634.7018. Family Mexican restaurant world ambiance. See ad on page 27. and authentic Mexican food. Please Ming House come in to view our complete menu 888 S. Main St., Cottonwood, and full bar. See ad on page 27.

928.639.2885 Gathering Restaurant & Bar Murphy’s Grill 333 Middle Verde Road, 747 S. Main St., Cottonwood, Camp Verde, 928.567.7914 928.634.7272 Golden Dragon Nic’s Italian Steak 1675 E. Cottonwood St., & Crab House Cottonwood, 928.634.0588 925 N. Main St., Old Town Hobo Joe’s Coffee Shop Cottonwood, 928.634.9626 660 E. Mingus Ave., Orion Bread Company Cottonwood, 928.634.2651 1028 N. Main St., Ste. A Hog Wild Old Town Cottonwood, 928.649.1557 705 N. Main St. Artisan bread baked fresh daily.

Old Town Cottonwood, 928.639.3232 Offering a variety of products.

Cinnamon rolls are fresh each morning Jerona Java Café & Gifts at 7 a.m. See ad on page 27.

677 E. Mingus Ave., Cottonwood, 928.639.1234 Papa Murphy's Pizza

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Pinon Bistro 1075 S. State Route 260 Cottonwood, 928.649.0234 Pizza Hut 472 S. Main St., Cottonwood, 928.634.8212

Blazin' M Ranch

Sonic Drive-In 1050 E. State Route 89A Cottonwood, 928.639.4769

Players Sports Bar & Grill 1100 S. State Route 260, #21 Cottonwood, 928.634.3966

Square Berries Anti Aging Food Court 4200 E. Zuni Way Lake Montezuma, 928.567.0702

Randall’s Restaurant 891 S. Main St., Cottonwood, 928.634.0043

Storytellers Steakhouse 555 Middle Verde Road, Camp Verde, 928.567.7905

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January • Eagle Watch – Verde Valley/Cottonwood • Heritage Big Band Dance – Clarkdale February • Pecan/Wine & Antique Festival – Camp Verde • Arts & Crafts Festival – Clemenceau Museum, Cottonwood • International Film Festival – Sedona March • Arizona Old Time Fiddlers CampOut – Verde Valley Fairgrounds • Gem & Mineral Show – Mingus Union High School, Cottonwood • Arizona Flywheelers Gasoline Engine Show – Verde Valley Fairgrounds, Cottonwood • Verde River Canoe Challenge – Camp Verde • St. Patrick’s Day Parade – Sedona April • Easter Egg Hunt – Riverfront Park, Cottonwood • Verde Valley Birding & Nature Festival – Dead Horse Ranch State Park, Cottonwood • Verde Valley Fair – Verde Valley Fairgrounds, Cottonwood • SpringFest at Tlaquepaque – Sedona May • Jerome Home Tours – Jerome • Bluegrass Festival – Sedona • Zaki Gordon Institute Film Festival – Sedona June • Arizona Crawdad Festival – Camp Verde • Festival of Native American Culture – Cottonwood, Camp Verde, Clarkdale, Jerome, Sedona

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Calendar

July • 4th of July Celebration – Verde Valley Fairgrounds, Cottonwood • 4th of July Parade – Clarkdale • Chamber Golf Tournament – Cottonwood • CornFest – Camp Verde • National Day of the Cowboy – Sedona August • Red Rocks Music Festival – Sedona • National Night Out (Block Party) – Clarkdale September • Verde River Days – Dead Horse Ranch State Park, Cottonwood • Fiesta del Tlaquepaque – Sedona • Jazz on the Rocks – Sedona • Apple Fest – Slide Rock State Park October • Rhythm and Ribs – Cottonwood • Fall Colors – Verde Valley, Cottonwood • Sedona Arts Festival – Sedona • Fort Verde Days – Camp Verde • Cottonwood Air Fest – Cottonwood • Backyard Garden Tour – Jerome • Ghost Walk and Spook Weekend – Jerome November • Zeke Taylor Barbeque – Clemenceau Heritage Museum, Cottonwood • Walkin’ on Main – Old Town Cottonwood • Light Up the Mountain – Jerome December • Christmas Parade – Cottonwood • Chocolate Lover’s Walk – Old Town Cottonwood • Made in Clarkdale Art Show – Clarkdale • Festival of Lights – Sedona • Holiday Parade & Craft Bazaar – Camp Verde • Polar Express – Jerome

Jerome

Information

Cottonwood Chamber of Commerce 928.634.7593, visitcottonwoodaz.org

Clarkdale Chamber of Commerce 928.634.9438, clarkdalechamber.com Jerome Chamber of Commerce 928.624.2900, azjerome.com

Sedona Chamber of Commerce 928.282.7722, 800.288.7336, visitsedona.com Sedona Verde Valley Tourism Council sedona-verdevalley.org

Camp Verde Chamber of Commerce 928.567.9294, campverde.org, visitcampverde.org

Services

Center for Creative Education 215 S. Main St., Cottonwood 928.634.3288, centerforcreativeeducation.org See ad on page 9.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car 483 S. Main St., Cottonwood 928.634.0049, 800.Rent.A.Car (736.8227), enterprise.com See ad on this page.

Verde Valley Birding & Nature Festival

Verde Valley Medical Center 269 S. Candy Lane, Cottonwood, 928.634.2251, verdevalleymedicalcenter.com

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Scenic Beauty In the morning, take a leisurely drive on Historic Highway 89A to the top of Mingus Mountain and down to Prescott Valley traversing a road that is visually and physically enclosed by vegetation and canyon walls. There are spectacular views of the Mogollon Rim, the San Francisco Peaks and the sandstone cliffs of the red rocks along the drive.

Explore your way through Jerome and order breakfast at one of the many restaurants overlooking the Verde Valley. Head back through Clarkdale, Cottonwood and Sedona all the way to Oak Creek Canyon along this scenic byway. In the afternoon, visit the many vineyards and wineries as you explore the Verde Valley Wine Trail.

Native American In the morning plan to explore the ancient Indian dwellings at the Palatki and Honanki Ruins outside of Sedona. Be sure to make reservations in advance. Continue on to Camp Verde where you can try your luck at Cliff Castle Casino on the Yavapai-Apache Nation. Enjoy lunch at one of their popular restaurants before heading over to Montezuma Castle National Monument. View this five-story, 20room “castle,” which stands in a cliff recess 100 feet above the valley floor.

Nearby is Montezuma Well where you can climb down the sinkhole which has a year-round water source and see the caves once occupied by Mingus Mountain Native Americans. The outlet of the spring is seen as you continue along the trail.

In Clarkdale visit Tuzigoot National Monument, an entire village centered on a pueblo two stories high and built on a hill 120 feet above the Verde River.

History & Culture Start your morning by taking a stroll through the Cottonwood Commercial Historic “Old Town” District, listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Or, visit Jerome, where a stop at the Jerome State Historic Park brings to life the ghost of its mining past. In the afternoon take a ride aboard the Verde Canyon Railroad for a four-hour trip through the Verde Canyon. After the train ride, enjoy a true western experience with a chuckwagon supper and western stage show at the Blazin’ M Ranch.

Recreation Set an early tee time for a challenging round of golf at Verde Santa Fe Golf Club or Pine Shadows Golf Course. Fishing, hiking, horseback riding and bird watching provide an excellent afternoon of relaxation at Dead Horse Ranch State Park. Enjoy a Jeep tour in Sedona and finish the day shopping in any one of the many Verde Valley communities that offer a vast array of opportunities including antique stores, outlet malls and fine art galleries.

Spend a day on an African Safari in the heart of Arizona at Out of Africa Wildlife Park. Ride or walk through a preserve viewing a diverse variety of animals including giraffe, wildebeest, lions and tigers.

Wildlife & Birding The Verde Valley is known for its access to the natural resources that attract wildlife. Visit Dead Horse Ranch State Park and take a trail to Tavasci Marsh with its own observation deck. The marsh and the Verde River Greenway have been designated as important bird areas. From there, travel down Historic Page Springs Road to Page Spring’s Bubbling Ponds, then on to Page Springs Fish Hatchery.

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Arizona State Map UTAH

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Temperatures & Precipitation The Verde Valley’s climate is ideal for year-round visitation. Due to its low elevation of 3,300’, visitors tend to enjoy moderate climate year-round.

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January 28.1 February 31.7 March 35.6 April 41.9 May 49.2 June 57.8 July 65.9 August 63.8 September 57.4 October 46.4 November 35.6 December 28.7 Yearly Average 45.2

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