The Verde Canyon Railroad
Located in Clarkdale. The Verde Canyon Railroad is a renovated New York Metro Line train. It carries passengers on a 40-mile round trip through cottonwood forests and around the base of a desert mesa. The area's sheltered ecosystem is home to bald eagles, great blue herons, deer and javelina. 928-638-0010 or 800-293-RAIL.
Blazin' M Ranch
Complement your day's activities with a delicious, all-you-can-eat chuckwagon supper on the banks of the Verde River. After supper, sit back and let the Blazin' M Cowboys entertain you with their "rip-roaring" family-oriented Western stage show. Come early so you can visit their Old West town that includes unique gift shops and Western activities. Don't forget the Wild West Wooden Gallery.
Out of Africa Park
Out of Africa Park is the newest and most unique attraction in Northern Arizona. At Out of Africa Park, you will see and interact with animals from around the world that live in natural, spacious habitats and share a unique and special relationship with their caregivers. The park is a fun, interactive, and educational experience for visitors of all ages.
Arizona Outdoor Adventures (ATV Tours)
Drive an ATV on a guided 40 mile off-road adventure through the West Sedona Valley between Sedona and Cottonwood. Bring your camera - you'll be awestruck by the 800 foot high view from atop Skeleton Bone Mountain. All ages and skill levels are welcome.
The Adventure Company (Jeep Tours)
The Adventure Company offers fantastic guided Jeep tours, as well as, Sedona's only Tag Along Jeep Tours, where you get to drive! The best prices on Sedona's famous Broken Arrow Jeep tour. See the Red Rock country in first class Jeeps and with Sedona's most experienced guides.
Historic Old Town - Cottonwood
A quaint old town is in downtown Cottonwood, Historic Old Town allows visitors to experience the atmosphere of an old western downtown street, including high sidewalks and false-fronted buildings. Contact the Old Town Association for more information. 928-634-9468
Clarkdale
Just two miles north of the Town of Cottonwood, Clarkdale was named after William Clark who created a mining empire in the early 1900s and claimed the town as his home. The tree lined streets and brick homes give visitors a sense of the past.
Jerome
Located near Clarkdale, on the slopes of the Cleopatra Hill, the town of Jerome once boasted a roaring mining camp. The discovery of copper, silver and gold lured fortune seekers, exploding the population to nearly 15,000. Following the pattern of many western mining towns, Jerome became a virtual ghost town almost overnight. Today visitors can explore winding cobblestone streets and stairways, visit gift shops, eateries and an art and wine museum. Call the Jerome Chamber of Commerce for more information at 928-634-2900.
Jerome State Historic Park
Located in Jerome, the Mansion displays the complete mining history of Jerome and the Verde Valley.
Sedona
Sedona, 14 miles from Cottonwood, is situated in a unique geological area that has mesmerized tourists for decades. Indeed, this picturesque city is surrounded by beloved red-rock monoliths named Coffeepot, Cathedral and Bell even Snoopy because their massive shapes resemble these distinctive objects. Also, the site of this memorable city marks the mouth of unbelievably beautiful Oak Creek Canyon, a breathtaking chasm that even today, is wildly wonderful.
Tlaquepaque
A Sedona landmark since the 1970's, Tlaquepaque treats visitors and local residents alike to a very exceptional collection of Sedona galleries, shops and fine restaurants.
Tuzigoot National Monument
Located 20 miles east of Cottonwood. Hilltop Peublos occupied by prehistoric Indians are safeguarded within this National Monument. The 100-room pueblo housed 250 people between the 12th and 15th centuries. 928-634-5564
Camp Verde/Fort Verde State Historic Park
East of Cottonwood, Camp Verde was established in 1865 to protect the settlers from Apache raids. Fort Verde State Park features numerous military artifacts, Indian relics and articles used by the early settlers. Includes Live Reinactments. For more information about the State Park, call 928-567-3275.
Montezuma Castle and Montezuma Well National Monuments
Just north of Camp Verde and 15 miles southeast of Cottonwood. Known as some of the best preserved cliff dwellings in the United States. Montezuma Castle is a five-story cliff dwelling built high into the face of a rock cliff and overlooks Beaver Creek. It was inhabited by the Sinagua Indians in 1250 A.D. The Sinagua mysteriously disappeared sometime during the 15th century. The monument's museum displays artifacts and exhibits describing the area's original inhabitants. Just northeast of the ruins is Montezuma Well National Monument. The natural limestone sink well is a cup-shaped depression 1750 feet in diameter and fed by natural springs. For more information about Montezuma Castle, call 928-567-3322.
Dead Horse Ranch State Park
Located just north of Clarkdale. The park has a stocked pond and is the perfect place for a day of fishing with the kids. Great for picnics, Birding, and on of Arizona's largest Kiparian areas. 928-634-5283.
Page Springs Fish Hatchery / Oak Creek Canyon / Slide Rock State Park
Located to the northeast of Cottonwood on Oak Creek, Page Springs is one of Arizona's fish cultural stations. Further north, past Sedona, Oak Creek Canyon is "red rock country" and home to Slide Rock State Park (7 miles north of Sedona) which boasts a natural rock waterslide. For park information, call 928-282-3034.
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