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Chill Out{side}
By Angie Johnson-Schmit
Photocredit: Michael Wilson (unless otherwise noted
The Ultimate Guide to Keeping Your Cool This Summer.
Wolf Creek
Location: SE of Prescott, AZ near Groom Creek
Special Features: Seasonal waterfalls
Activities: Hiking
Amenities: Limited Parking on Wolf Creek Road
Gold Water Lake
Location: S of Prescott, AZ at 2900 S Goldwater Lake Road
Special Features: Sand Volleyball Court, Horseshoe Pits, Playground
Activities: Hiking, Fishing, Kayaking, Canoeing, Electric-only Boating, Picnicking
Amenities: Parking, Canoe & Kayak Rentals, Restrooms
Granite Basin Lake
Location: NW of Prescott, AZ off Williamson Valley Road
Special Features: Horse Trails, Campground, RV Camping
Activities: Hiking, Mountain Biking, Swimming, Fishing, Boating, Picnicking
Amenities: Parking
Lynx Lake
Location: 5 mi E of Prescott, AZ
Special Features: Gold Panning, Boat Ramp, Campground
Activities: Hiking, Mountain Biking, Swimming, Fishing, Boating, Picnicking
Amenities: Store/Marina with café, Parking, Restrooms
Fain Park
Location: 2200 N 5th St, Prescott Valley, AZ
Special Features: Historic Artifacts, Walking Path
Activities: Hiking, Fishing, Picnicking
Amenities: Parking, Restrooms
Verde River
Location: Verde River Greenway State Natural Area near Cottonwood, AZ
Special Features: Tubing, Horse Riding, Boat Ramp
Activities: Hiking, Mountain Biking, Swimming, Fishing, Canoeing, Kayaking