Location: Sierra Vista
Top Things to do in Sierra Vista
The 5 Best Things to do Good for Kids in Sierra Vista, Arizona (AZ)
Sierra Vista is a city in Cochise County, Arizona, United States. As of the 2010 census the population of the city was 43,888. The city is part of the Sierra Vista-Douglas Metropolitan Area, with a 2010 population of 131,346. Fort Huachuca, a U.S. Army post, is located in the northwest part of the city.
Restaurants in Sierra Vista
1. Carr Canyon
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By 594judithk - Sierra Vista, United States
This is a dirt road, and if you are going up as far as possible, you need to be comfortable driving narrow winding dirt roads. That said, the higher you get the better the view. You can see all over. It's marvelous
2. San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 176 reviews
One of the prime birdwatching areas in Arizona, where visitors can see up to 500 species of birds.
Reviewed By birds4all - Charlotte, United States
Nice hiking and bird watching amid the cottonwoods. Easy terrain and plenty of shade during spring and summer.
3. Garden Canyon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 52 reviews
Flycatchers, quail and woodpeckers are found in this canyon.
Reviewed By thomasc610
You have to go throught the buffalo Soldier Gate of Fort Huachuca Then 7 miles through the firing ranges. Road is OK. good for Jeeps and such. Pretty stream with small waterfalls. Crosses the road many times. Pick up a map at the sportsman center on your way. There are hiking trails, however it is a steep deep canyon and you are at the bottom. Didn't see any wildlife but deer and birds. Warning that Bears have been seen in the area. Don't be dumb.
4. Sierra Vista Farmers Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 60 reviews
Reviewed By Localgirl252 - Menomonee Falls, United States
Sierra Vista's Farmers Market has a lot. Fresh fruit and vegetables. Farm fresh eggs and meat. Jams, salsa, canned pickles. In between all this is a nice variety of crafts, soaps, alpaca wool clothing.
5. Brown's Canyon Ranch
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 75 reviews
Reviewed By donnarv2017 - Sierra Vista, United States
Whether you're riding a horse, a bike, walking a dog, birding, looking for a piece of Southwest ranching, Brown's Canyon Ranch and trails is a perfect destination. The facility is open 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. You can stop at the entrance on Ramsey Canyon Road and hike out from there, great trails, start birding and head to the open grasslands and views of the San Pedro River Valley. Check which trails are horse-friendly and park at the entrance. Or, drive in a mile on a two-lane dirt road, fairly well-maintained, and park at the ranch house. The entire area around the ranch buildings is clean and maintained by Friends of the Brown's Canyon Ranch. There is a public restroom there, but whatever you take in, you take out, whether it's garbage or cleaning up after your favorite dog. The views are spectacular wherever you are, and they vary according to the direction, lots of photos opps. The ranch house is being restored, slowly, and the back door is unlocked for visitors to wander through. Behind the house is one pond with cattails and down an open path a short distance is a second pond. Both provide excellent birding opportunities. Two picnic tables are behind the house, in the shade, depending on the time of day. From the ranch buildings, head west toward the Huachuca Mountains and a glorious hike, miles of opportunity, on foot or on bike, and you can take bowser along. We were on the trail at 7 a.m. and had lots of shade, Labor Day weekend. In an hour's time, we had walked up, done the loop to the water tank, and were back at the ranch house. If you stay on the westerly trail, you can end up at the top where it joins up with Ramsey Canyon Trail, taking you down to The Ramsey Canyon Preserve, which is closed Tues/Wed. Brown's Canyon is open 7 days/week! Choose your time of year, as the hiking is hot in the AZ sun, whichever direction you go. ALWAYS carry lots of water for yourself and your furry friends! Brown's Canyon remains our go-to destination for hiking, birding and walking our dog. Ramsey Canyon Preserve frequently fills up within minutes of opening the gate. There is lots of parking at Brown! Early birds get the shady parking spots!
