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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

Photocredit: Tree Rose Photography

Fain Park

Location: 2200 N 5th St, Prescott Valley, AZ

Special Features: Historic Artifacts, Walking Path

Activities: Hiking, Fishing, Picnicking

Amenities: Parking, Restrooms

Photocredit: Blushing Cactus Photography

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