Location: Prescott
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Nestled in the conifer forests of the Bradshaw Mountains, Prescott is a historic city boasting much in the way of adventure and culture. Golfers flock to its six pristine courses, while outdoors enthusiasts find exciting hiking trails, secluded picnicking spots and adventure on the waters of its five lakes. Discover the history of the Old West in the city's museums, historic railways and the Pioneer Home Cemetery, where "Big Nose Kate" Elder, wife of Doc Holiday, found her final resting place.
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1. Sharlot Hall Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 621 reviews
An educational and cultural center featuring the historical, social and natural aspects of Arizona, with emphasis on the Central Highlands... a heritage and historical site with 11 exhibit buildings (five historical), a research center for collections and conservation of artifacts, and a year 'round calendar of rotating and permanent exhibits, and related educational and cultural programs. Open 362 days a year, and presenting the area's culture from the Pleistocene Epoch (14,000 years ago) to the present.
Reviewed By 866TaylorB - Chicago, United States
The Sharlot Hall Museum in Prescott, Arizona, includes the first Territorial Governor's residence and offices, a 1930s ranch house, a Victorian house, a log cabin, a replica of the first public schoolhouse in the Arizona Territory, a transportation building and vehicle collection, an exhibit building, an 1870s kitchen garden, a pioneer herb garden, a rose garden and a gazebo. Located at 415 West Gurley Street in Prescott, Arizona, two blocks west of the Courthouse Plaza and Whiskey Row, its centerpiece is the log house that was constructed in the summer of 1864 to serve as the home and office of the first Governor of the Arizona Territory, John Goodwin. It is the oldest building associated with Arizona Territory still standing at its original location. The town of Prescott did not exist at the time but President Abraham Lincoln wanted the capital of the newly established Arizona Territory to be located far from Confederate sympathizers in Tucson. The discovery of gold in the Bradshaw Mountains made it strategic to establish the territorial capital near that wealth. So the town of Prescott was born, named for historian William Hickling Prescott. And the Territorial Governor's new house was built. To preserve the history of the building, a woman named Sharlot Hall began restoring the house and offices in 1927 and the Sharlot Hall Museum was opened in 1928 with the log house situated at the center of the campus.
2. Lynx Lake Recreation Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 500 reviews
Lynx Lake is one of the most popular recreation areas in central Arizona. Mild weather, the cool ponderosa pine forest, a serene 55-acre lake, trout fishing, boating, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, archaeological sites, and bird watching attract visitors from throughout Arizona.
Reviewed By captjrk - Prescott Valley, United States
This a great place to visit for kayaking, fishing, hiking and picnicing. The south end has covered picnic tables, grilles and a boat launch. In the summer there are canoe, paddleboat, and kayak rentals at the north end. Nice to walk arould the lake - the west side is paved and the east side is not, but still not a difficult trail. Between he north entrance and Highway 69 there is "Lynx Lake Ruin". It's an easy, peaceful 3/4 mile hike back to he ruin.
3. Watson Lake
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 991 reviews
Reviewed By 755caml - Prescott, United States
Of the magical lakes within a stones throw of Prescott CBD this may be the Jewel in the Crown. Wide range of recreational facilities, have a rugby match on the expansive lawn area, picnic at the lake, play Frisbee Golf, kayak, fish and paddleboard all with a majestic background of the granite rock formations.
4. Granite Mountain Brewing
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 40 reviews
Serving small, batch hand-crafted American style ales brewed on site in a laid-back brewery and taproom. Now serving Arizona wine, local mead and hard cider. Enjoy a pint or try a flight to sample everything on tap. Our expanded light fare menu features fresh items, prepared in-house. Take a seat at our custom bar to gaze at the brewhouse or unwind in an armchair or couch for conversation or board games with friends. We also offer seating on our secluded back patio. We host live music, special events and more - check our website for details.
Reviewed By MargitNurraus - Augsburg, Germany
Sit at the bar, have one of their delicious Belgium Dark Ales, which are aged in wooden barrels in the back of the bar. You'll meet the brewmaster, chat with him and have a good time in this bar. Especially on a weekend, when local bands are playing and atmosphere feels like in a living room of a friend. Unfortunately, no food menu at the time we were visiting. At least small bites would be nice.
5. Antelope Hills Golf Club - North Course
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 36 reviews
The Antelope Hills North Course tests your fairway accuracy as it winds through sentinels of poplars, spruce, elms, cottonwoods, and weeping willows-deciduous trees unique to this desert climate. At a testy par 72, the mature 6,778 North Course has offered players on of the most spectacular challenges in Arizona public golf since 1956. Newly hired Golf Course Superintendent, Jerry Walsh, has the course in the best condition in recent years.
Reviewed By Chuck2010 - Palmyra, United States
We not from the area and played the course on our road trip in Arizona ... The club house guys were extremely welcoming and helpful when they knew we had never played the course ... outstanding service ... we got on the driving range to warm up and then went out to play the 18 holes ... fairways are forgiving and wide ... it is a long playing course for seniors and ladies ... great day at a very reasonable rate
