2023 Cottonwood & Verde Valley Visitor's Guide

COTTONWOOD & 

VERDE VALLEY 

VISITOR'S GUIDE 

Cottonwood & Verde Valley 

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Cottonwood & Verde Valley 1

Cottonwood & Verde Valley 

2023 Official Visitors Guide 

849 Cove Parkway, Ste. C 

Cottonwood, AZ 86326 

928.634.7593 

visitcottonwoodaz.org 

cottonwoodchamberaz.org 

Produced and published in conjunction with 

Hennen Publishing and Marketing Group 

480.664.0541, hennenpmg.com 

Contents 

4 Welcome / Small Towns 

5 Wellness 

6 Outdoor Adventures 

18 Area Map 

Photography 

Local hotels, restaurants, 

wineries, and attractions 

Town of Camp Verde 

U.S. Forest Service 

Blushing Cactus Photography 

worldwidedronesolutions.com 

Donna Chesler 

Dylan Jung, Sip Sedona Wine Tours 

Annabel Schlippa 

Javelina Leap Vineyard 

Anthony Marra, Verde Adventures 

Bigstock Images 

Wikimedia Commons 

Isaac Dudley, Friends of the Verde River 

eclpst.com 

Ellen Jo Roberts, Verde Canyon Railroad 

On the Cover 

Copper Chief trail at Mingus Mountain 


Published annually, every effort is made 

to make this publication as accurate as 

possible. The Greater Cottonwood 

Chamber of Commerce and HPMG 

will assume no responsibility for errors, 

changes or omissions. Copyright 2023. 

All rights reserved. 

City of Cottonwood, Tourism 

928.340.2729 


Town of Clarkdale 

928.639.2400 

experienceclarkdale.com 

Jerome Chamber of Commerce 

928.624.2900 

jeromechamber.com 

Town of Camp Verde 

928.554.0851 

visitcampverde.com 

21 Wine Trail 

34 Calendar 

36 Cottonwood 

39 Cornville/Page Springs 

40 Camp Verde 

42 Jerome 

44 Sedona 

46 Clarkdale 

49 Wellness Directory 

50 Arts & Culture 

53 Dining 

56 Things to Do 

58 Lodging 

60 RV Parks & Campgrounds 

61 Information / Healthcare / 

Retirement & Assisted Living / 

Real Estate / Relocation 

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2 visitcottonwoodaz.org 

Sedona Chamber of Commerce 

928.282.7722 

visitsedona.com 

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Welcome 

Located in the ‘heart’ of Arizona, the Verde Valley is ideally 

situated above the heat of the desert and below the cold of 

Arizona’s high country. Surrounded by jagged mountains to 

the south and west and by mesas and buttes to the north and 

east, its lower elevation makes it a perfect destination for your 

next Arizona adventure. 

Explore the rich history and native culture with a visit to one of 

many historic sites and national monuments. Soak up the sun 

and nature at one of Arizona’s best state parks in the center 

of Cottonwood, Dead Horse Ranch State Park. Hit the trails 

throughout the Verde Valley on foot, bike, or horseback, and 

keep your eyes peeled for birds, wildlife, and the perfect shot 

to share with friends and family back home. 

SMALL 

Towns 

Cottonwood 

Clarkdale 

Jerome 

The small towns of the Verde Valley showcase the best of Arizona’s 

quaint communities. All are within a 30-mile radius with an estimated 

population of 66,000 - each offering visitors a unique experience. 

In the shadows of Mingus Mountain and in the heart of the Verde 

Valley, Cottonwood offers a distinctive historic district lined with 

shops, art galleries, restaurants, and tasting rooms on its Main Street. 

History is alive in nearby Clarkdale, whose homes and buildings still 

reflect its early copper smelting heritage. Four specialized museums 

focus on Native American cultures, international copper art, the local 

railroad, and town history. 

Cornville/Page Springs offers wineries, tasting rooms, and a few 

wonderful dining options. This area provides a relaxed take on some 

of Arizona’s most pristine high-desert scenery. 

When you visit the heart of Arizona wine country, you’re sure to find many 

reasons to stay, play, and return again and again. 

Discover the many dining options from smoked BBQ, freshmade 

pasta, and hearty home-cooked meals to rich desserts 

and locally made chocolate, and the perfectly paired wine or 

brew to wash it down with. Rest easy and dream of more days 

in Cottonwood and the Verde Valley at one of many hotels, bed 

& breakfasts, campgrounds, RV sites, and more. 

The Verde Valley is a destination for visitors of all ages. Familyfriendly 

activities inside and out, shop for antiques, jewelry, and 

unique souvenirs, sip wine and gaze at the views, explore the 

outdoors morning, noon, and night, or plan your visit around 

one of many signature annual events. 


Cornville 

Sedona 

Camp Verde, located in the geographic center of Arizona, is 

rich in history and offers a variety of recreation and outdoor 

activities to experience and enjoy. 

A Verde Valley excursion wouldn’t be complete without a 

journey up the hill to Jerome, the “City in the Sky.” Once a 

thriving mining camp of 15,000, Jerome acquired “ghost town” 

status by the 1960s. Today, entrepreneurs have restored many 

of the quaint buildings that cling to the mountainside and the 

town now dishes out artsy boutiques and panoramic views in 

equal measure. 

Speaking of views, Sedona’s stark, giant, red rock formations 

are so compelling, they cause grown men to take up painting or 

poetry. Toss in dozens of superb shops, galleries, restaurants, and 

recreational opportunities, and Sedona has found a magical elixir. 

WELLNESS 

Body, Mind, & Spirit 

Alternative health and 

wellness practices have gained 

popularity in recent years, 

and the Verde Valley has 

emerged as a hub for those 

seeking holistic and natural 

approaches to health and 

well-being. Nestled in the heart 

of Verde Valley, Cottonwood 

is known for its serene desert 

landscape, crisp clean air, and 

vibrant energy, making it an 

ideal destination for individuals 

seeking alternative methods to 

improve their physical, mental, 

and emotional health. 

From modern holistic therapies 

to traditional Native American 

healing practices and herbal 

remedies, Cottonwood offers a 

wide range of options for those 

seeking alternative health 

solutions. The city is home to 

numerous alternative health 

and wellness centers, spas, and 

retreats that offer a diverse 

range of holistic therapies 

including acupuncture, 

chiropractic care, naturopathy, 

energy healing, yoga, and 

massage therapy. Many of 

these centers incorporate 

natural remedies, herbs, 

and essential oils into their 

treatments, providing a holistic 

approach that addresses the 

body, mind, and spirit. 

(See page 49 for providers.) 

849 Cove Parkway, Cottonwood 

928.634.7593 


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Alternative health and wellness are deeply rooted in the region's rich cultural heritage and are sought 

after by individuals looking to connect with nature and tap into the ancient wisdom of the land. 

The Verde Valley boasts an abundance of outdoor activities that promote health and wellness. The nearby 

Verde River provides opportunities for kayaking, canoeing, and fishing, while the surrounding national 

forests offer miles of scenic hiking and biking trails. Outdoor yoga classes, meditation retreats, and 

mindfulness workshops are also popular in Cottonwood, allowing individuals to connect with nature and 

practice self-care in a serene and nurturing environment. 

The Verde Valley is known for its vibrant local food scene, which includes farm-to-table restaurants, 

farmers’ markets, and community-supported agriculture programs. The emphasis on fresh, organic, and 

locally sourced produce aligns with the principles of alternative health and wellness, promoting a healthy 

and sustainable approach to nutrition. 

Whether it's exploring traditional Native American healing practices, experiencing modern holistic 

therapies, immersing in outdoor activities, or indulging in healthy cuisine, Cottonwood provides a 

nurturing environment for individuals to embark on their wellness journey and improve their overall 

health and vitality. 


OUTDOOR 

Adventure 

While best known for its vinos and 

vineyards, the Verde Valley is also 

one of the most diverse outdoor 

playgrounds in Arizona. Year around, 

locals and visitors enjoy hiking and 

biking along the areas’ many trails, 

playing a few rounds of golf, or 

simply strolling through one of our 

historic downtowns. 

Epic Outdoor 

Adventures 

u Get your feet wet kayaking or tubing the 

Verde River. 

u Explore the Verde Valley on horseback, ATV 

or Jeep. 

u Go where the wind takes you - book a hot air balloon 

ride with Northern Light Balloon Company. 

u For nature lovers and birding enthusiasts, the Verde Valley 

offers numerous IBA's for exploration. 

u Climb aboard the Verde Canyon Railroad where you can order 

drink and relax on a 4-hour, 20-mile climate-controlled journey 

and enjoy “Arizona’s Longest-Running Nature Show.” 

u Discover the wonder of ancient civilizations with a visit to 

well-preserved cliff dwellings, petroglyphics and pictographs. 

u Safari tour at Out of Africa Wildlife Park to view Lions, Tigers, Bears, 

Rhinoceros, Giraffes, Hyenas, Warthogs, and many others from cute and 

soft to scaly and slithery. 

Blazin' M Ranch 

Northern Light Balloon Expeditions 



OUTDOOR ADVENTURE 

Plan Your Paddle 

Get current Verde River water 

flows, paddle guides, and maps 

of the river, including Verde River 

Access Points and directions. 

For guided options, see Things to Do, 

page 56. 

Sycamore Canyon 

Value the Verde Source: Verde River Institute 

VERDE 

River 

The Verde River supports a significant 

regional wildlife population and is 

one of the few rivers in Arizona that 

flows year-round. Along the 36-mile-long 

Verde River Greenway, visitors can explore 

a lush habitat that is exclusive to the Verde 

Valley. The 3,300-foot elevation guarantees 

comfortable temperatures for activities such as 

hiking, canoeing, bird watching, picnicking, fishing, 

or even wading in the cool water. 



u The Verde River is the last river in Arizona still flowing all year 

long for its entire length. 

u The Verde River’s riparian zone (Verde River Greenway) 

supports about 2/3 of all lifeforms in Arizona. 

u The Verde River is 192 miles long, and it is boatable with canoes 

and kayaks for more than 130 of those miles year-round. 

u The trees and plants along the Verde River form the “Frémont 

cottonwood and Goodding willow forest type”, among the most 

threatened forest types in the U.S. Less than 325,000 acres 

remain anywhere in the world. 

u The Verde River supports about 240 species of birds and is one 

of the most diverse and productive birding spots in the United 

States. Birds like the Bald Eagle, Common Black Hawk, 

Yellow-billed Cuckoo, Bell’s Vireo, Song Sparrow, Great Blue 

Heron, Belted Kingfisher, and many more are “riparian obligates”, 

meaning they only live along a river or other waterway. 

u The Verde River supplies fresh drinking water to more than 

2 million people in Maricopa County, and it is the least expensive 

water supply in that county. 

u Thousands of acres of farmland are irrigated by the Verde 

River’s water, both in the Verde Valley and downstream. 

To learn more about the Verde River, including its riparian habitat, recreational 

opportunities, volunteer programs, and river access points, check out verderiver.org. 

For guided activities/outfitters, see Things to Do, page 56. 



Verde Locals 

Vermilion Flycatcher 

BIRDING 

The Verde River is home 

to over 200 migratory 

and resident bird species, 

making it one of the most 

diverse and productive 

birding locations in the US. 

Interactive Birding 

Site Story Map, A 

Birder’s Guide to the 

Verde Valley 

Tributaries 

Oak Creek originates from the snowmelt in the high country north of Sedona, then 

travels through the narrow gorge of the 12-mile-long Oak Creek Canyon, providing 

year-round fishing and swimming opportunities. It meanders southwest through 

Sedona and Red Rock State Park, passing by the Page Springs Road vineyards before 

eventually merging with the Verde River southeast of Cottonwood. 

The Wet Beaver 

Creek offers wildlife 

sightings, fishing, 

and swimming 

opportunities. Hike for 

3.5 miles on Bell Trail 

#13 and Wier Trail #85 

(Wet Beaver Creek 

Wilderness Area) to 

reach "The Crack," 

where you can cliff 

jump amidst scenic red 

rocks. The ephemeral 

Beaver Creek flows 

downstream past 

Montezuma Castle 

National Monument 

before joining the 

Verde River in Camp 

Verde. 

Other mostly perennial 

tributaries include 

Fossil Creek, East 

Verde Creek, West 

Clear Creek, and 

Sycamore Creek. 

The Crack at Wet Beaver Creek 

Oak Creek 

Arizona Adventure Group 

Great Blue Heron 

River otter 

The Verde River provides a rich habitat 

for a diverse range of wildlife, which 

changes with the seasons. Visitors 

can spot Great Blue Herons, Common 

Black Hawks, and numerous ducks and 

waterfowl. The river also supports 

a variety of mammals, reptiles, and 

amphibians such as coyotes, raccoons, 

mule deer, beavers, frogs, turtles, snakes, 

and toads, which depend on it for their 

survival. The Verde River and the riparian 

corridor surrounding it are home to 

nearly twenty threatened or endangered 

species, including the Yellow-Billed 

Cuckoo, Southwestern Willow Flycatcher, 

and Lowland Leopard Frogs. 

Source: Verde River Institute 

Dragonfly 

The Verde Valley boasts several Audubon 

Important Birding Areas (IBAs) such as Lower 

Oak Creek, Tuzigoot, and Camp Verde. These 

IBAs are located near water and attract nesting 

birds and migratory species that stop in the Valley 

during their seasonal journeys. Spring is the peak 

season for birding, but bird enthusiasts can still spot 

a variety of birds throughout the year in the area's 

canyons, grasslands, and elevations. Whether walking 

a path, meandering along the riverbank, or hiking up a 

canyon, birdwatchers are sure to catch a glimpse of the 

resident or visiting birds. 

verderiver.org/get-involved/birding-trail-map 

and northernarizonaaudubon.org 

Annual Birding Festivals 

Described as "the friendliest 

birding festival," the annual Verde 

Valley Birding and Nature Festival 

is an excellent opportunity to 

explore birding alongside other 

enthusiasts. The event takes 

place on the last full weekend 

of April each year and provides 

a great way to experience the 

growing hobby of birding. 

verderiver.org/2023-verde-valleybirding-nature-festival 

For hummingbird enthusiasts, 

the Sedona Hummingbird 

Festival is a must-see event that 

occurs during the first weekend 

of August. This is the time 

when Sedona's hummingbird 

population is at its highest and 

most diverse, with the chance to 

see up to seven different species. 

hummingbirdsociety.org 

Best Birding 

u Dead Horse Ranch State Park. 

See Map on page 18. 

u Tavasci Marsh – accessed from Tuzigoot National Monument 

or Dead Horse Ranch State Park. 

u Bubbling Ponds at Page Springs - follow a maintained path 

to the lookout point. Located at Page Springs Preserve. 

u Red Rock State Park – Offering guided bird walks. 

Great Blue Heron 

u Sedona Wetlands Preserve – 27 acres with an observation deck. 




Vortex ATV 

Hike the Jail Trail, beginning under the “Gateway to the Verde 

River” archway at the edge of Old Town Cottonwood will lead 

you on a one-mile leisurely stroll from the town’s former Jail 

(now Seeds Natural Fiber Clothing store) at 1101 N. Main St. in 

Cottonwood, cutting through a dense riparian area which leads 

you to the Verde River. The Jail Trail follows the river for about 

a mile and then offers a choice to continue your hike into Dead 

Horse Ranch State Park or, loop back into Old Town. Rated easy. 

Bike, Hike, or Horse Ride the Lime Kiln Trail (rated Moderate/ 

Intermediate) is 14.7 Miles One-Way. The trail connects Dead 

Horse Ranch State Park to Red Rock State Park. The trail follows a 

portion of the historic Lime Kiln Wagon Road and, is named after 

a lime kiln used in the late 1800s to heat limestone to separate and 

recover the lime – which was used in mortar for construction. The 

Lime Kiln Trail provides hikers, equestrians, and mountain bikers 

with stunning views of the surrounding landscape, including red 

rock formations and the Verde River. The trailhead is located off 

Dead Horse Ranch Road. The trail starts out relatively gentle and 

becomes more technical as you move out of Dead Horse Ranch 

State Park and into the desert country where mountain bikers can 

pick up the pace as the trail provides a clear line of sight through 

the slightly rocky and sparsely vegetated landscape. 

Bike and Trail Map, 

Cottonwood Region 

Map provided by the 

City of Cottonwood 

& The Bicycle 

Advisory Committee. 

Sedona & Oak Creek Canyon 

Trail & Recreation 

Map. Map provided by 

the US Forest Service. 

HIT THE 

Trails 

Hike, bike, horse ride, or off-highway vehicle (OHV) 

trails are plentiful in the Verde Valley. Let’s go! 

OHV trails are abundant in the Verde Valley. ATV rentals are a great 

way to see less traveled parts of the Verde Valley at your own pace. 

Outfitters typically provide helmets, goggles and trail maps. 

Guidance Air 

Northern Light Balloon Expeditions 

Fly High 

Feel the excitement of floating 

into the sky as the world 

below seems to shrink and 

breathtaking views of the 

Verde Valley come into focus. 

Whether you choose to glide 

over the Red Rocks in a hot air 

balloon or experience breathtaking 

views on a helicopter 

tour, experiencing the Verde 

Valley from above provides 

unforgettable perspective. 

Coconino National 

Forest/Sedona OHV 

Route Info & Map 

Prescott National 

Forest Motor 

Vehicle Use Map 

See page 56 for outfitters and tour operators. 




Dead Horse Ranch State Park 

PARKS & 

Recreation Areas 

The Verde Valley's public lands are open. Practice Leave No Trace principles 

where it matters most - our shared public lands. (lnt.org) 


The park rests along the banks of the Verde River. It offers a range of 

recreational activities and camping, as well as cabins. With a phenomenal trail 

system, the park is ideal for wildlife viewing, bird watching, fishing, hiking, 

biking and horseback riding. Equestrian trail rides are available in the park. 

Over 200 species of birds have been identified in the immediate confines 

of the park. Fee area. 928.634.5283. 

Red Rock State Park – Center for Environmental 

Education 

Hiking trails navigate a lush riparian corridor along Oak Creek and 

beautiful vistas of the surrounding red rocks. The park acts as 

an environmental education center with visitor center displays, 

presentations on the area, a butterfly and hummingbird 

garden, and interpretive paths. Guided bird walks are 

available every Wednesday and Saturday morning 

led by rangers and volunteer naturalists. Fee area. 

928.282.6907. 

Fort Verde State Historic Park 

Experience life through the eyes of a 

frontier soldier at Fort Verde State Historic 

Park. The fort was a base for General 

Crook’s U.S. Army scouts and soldiers in the 

1870s and 1880s. They were charged with 

preventing Apache and Yavapai Indian uprisings 

in the late 1800s. Its officers’ quarters are open 

to visitors and a museum is located in the old 

headquarters building. Fee area. 928.567.3275. 

Jerome State Historic Park 

The Douglas Mansion at Jerome State Historic Park is a 

museum devoted to the mining history of Jerome and the 

Douglas family. It features photographs, artifacts, minerals, 

a period room and a “3-D” model of the town including the 

underground mines. There is mining equipment on display 

outside along with a picnic area offering a beautiful panoramic 

view of the Verde Valley. Open 8:30am- 5pm daily, 928.634.5381. 

Slide Rock State Park 

Slide Rock State Park offers an easy walk along the homestead 

and the flourishing famed Oak Creek apple orchard. Continue 

on to the stairs and trail that leads to Oak Creek, where water 

rushes through natural red rock sluices. In the summertime, kids 

and adults love to ride the water down these sluices, sunning 

themselves afterward on the rocks. 928.282.3034. 

Oak Creek Canyon 

The “switchbacks” of Oak Creek Canyon may seem a bit unnerving 

but are well worth the drive to the top. The Scenic Overlook offers 

a fantastic view of the Canyon and beyond. There may be Native 

American hand-made jewelry and craft items to pick up as an 

authentic souvenir. Oak Creek Visitors’ Center, 928.282.4119. 


Visit Arizona State Parks and 

Trails (azstateparks.com) and 

National Forests (fs.usda.gov). 

Visit the websites for trail 

maps and information on 

passes, permits and camping 

reservations. 

Red Rock Crossing, Cathedral Rock and Crescent 

Moon Recreation Area 

At Crescent Moon Recreation Area, visitors walk along Oak Creek 

and see impressive views with unbelievable photo opportunities 

of Cathedral Rock. Fee area. Sedona Ranger Station, 928.282.4119. 

Crescent Moon/Red Rock Crossing, 928.204.1389. 

Machinery at Jerome State Historic Park 

Cathedral Rock 




ANCIENT 

Ruins 

Ancient Ruins can be found throughout Arizona, but 

some of the best-preserved cliff dwellings are in the 

Verde Valley. The ancient Sinagua culture thrived in the 

Verde Valley from approximately A.D. 600 to A.D. 1400. 

The Sinagua’s legacy includes petroglyphs (pecked or 

scratched images) and pictographs (painted images). 

V Bar V Heritage Site 

The V Bar V Heritage Site is the largest known petroglyph site in 

the Verde Valley and, one of the best preserved. The Southern 

Sinagua rock art legacy comprised of 1,032 individual petroglyphs 

on 13 panels at this site is known as the Beaver Creek Style. The 

V Bar V petroglyphs are traced to between A.D. 1150 and 1400. 

Coconino National Forest, 2.8 miles east of the junction of I-17 

and SR 179 on FR 618. Watch for the entrance on your right less 

than one-half mile past the Beaver Creek Campground. Fee area. 

928.592.0998 

Palatki Ruins 

Palatki (Hopi for “red house”) is a cliff dwelling sheltered in a Supai 

sandstone overhang, constructed by the Southern Sinagua people 

who inhabited the area from approximately 650 to 1300. A most 

outstanding pictograph site, walls display art from archaic cultures 

extending back over 6,000 years to the work of the Sinagua, 

the Yavapai, and the Apache Tribes of historic times. Coconino 

National Forest near Sedona. For reservations call 928.282.3854 

Montezuma Castle - NPS Photo/Katie KellerLynn 

Honanki Ruins 

Honanki held one of the largest population centers in the 

Verde Valley, primarily occupied from 1130 through 1280. 

Consisted of about 60 rooms and a number of pictographs. 

The 700-year-old well-preserved ruins and the rock art on the 

walls are fascinating. Coconino National Forest near Sedona. 

Fee area. 928.282.4119 

Montezuma Castle National Monument and 

Montezuma Well 

This ancient cliff dwelling dates back to 1150. The Castle 

stands in a cliff recess 100 feet above the valley, just 4 miles 

north of Camp Verde. The Castle is one of the most wellpreserved 

cliff dwellings in North America. Montezuma Well, 

a detached unit of the same Monument, located about 11 miles 

north, is a natural limestone sinkhole through which 1,500,000 

gallons of water emerge each day from an underground 

spring. Both places have a short, ⅓ - ½-mile trail to see the 

archaeological remains, as well as a picnic area. Both are 

served by the Visitor’s Center at the Castle. Fee area. Open 

daily at 8am. Located at 2800 Montezuma Castle Road off 

Interstate 17 at exit 289, Camp Verde. 928.567.3322 

Honanki Ruins - USDA Forest Service, Coconino National Forest 

Tuzigoot National Monument 

Approximately 800 years ago, this Sinagua pueblo was home to 

the Native American population once inhabiting this area. The site 

is comprised of 42 acres including hiking trails (one wheelchair 

accessible) and a complete museum. Visitors can walk through the 

various rooms of the pueblo ruin to view this ancient civilization. 

Images etched in stone help tell the tale of daily life. Open daily at 

9am. Fee area. Located minutes from downtown Clarkdale at 25 

Tuzigoot Road, Clarkdale. 928.634.5564 

Verde Valley Archaeology Center and Museum 

The Verde Valley Archaeology Center and Museum explores the 

history of the Hopi Tribe and Yavapai-Apache Nation with exhibits 

of local archaeological artifacts and art. 

Tues. – Sat. 10am-4pm. 460 W. Finnie Flat Road, Camp Verde, 

928.567.0066, verdevalleyarchaeology.org 

Blazin' M 

More Fun in the Verde Valley 

u Stop and explore the recreated Mexican village of 

Tlaquepaque in Sedona for one-of-a-kind art treasures 

and distinctive gifts. 

u Enjoy a night out listening to live music, bowling with 

the family, or gaming at the Cliff Castle Casino Hotel. 

u Explore the paranormal with a haunted tour/visit to 

Jerome. 

u Test your skills…ride a mechanical bull, chuck an axe, 

or fire wax bullets from a Colt .45 six-shooter at 

Blazin’ M Ranch. 

u Attend a festival or a performing art event or, view 

local artists' work while strolling through an art gallery. 

u Visit a quirky shop and stumble upon a find that you 

can't do without. 

Sedona Jazz Fest 

Second Saturday Art Walk 

Rickeldoris Candy Store 

V Bar V Heritage Site - U.S. Forest Service Coconino National Forest 

Before heading out, call to verify these areas are open. 



State Parks / National Monuments / National Forests See page 23 for Verde Valley Tasting Rooms See page 11 for Birding 



WINE TRAIL 

The Heart 

of Arizona 

Wine Country 

The Verde Valley 

Wine Trail connects 

the dots between 

the communities of 

Cottonwood, Sedona, 

Camp Verde, Jerome, 

Cornville, Clarkdale, and the 

beautiful red rock landscape 

and canyons that USA Today 

says is the most beautiful place 

in America. 

The Verde Valley Wine Trail invites wine 

enthusiasts to experience a destination rich in 

history, beauty, and the production of exquisite 

wines. Each of the wineries and tasting rooms offer 

a variety of skillfully crafted wines to satisfy any wine 

taster’s palate. Many also offer a variety of activities and 

events throughout the year. Visit vvwinetrail.com or their 

individual websites for upcoming events. 

The list of wineries and tasting rooms in the Verde Valley is 

rapidly evolving. Get the App: 

VERDE VALLEY AVA 

The Verde Valley American Viticultural 

Area (AVA) is located in Yavapai County, 

approximately 100 miles north of 

the Phoenix metropolitan area. The 

northern boundary separates the 

AVA from the Coconino National 

Forest, primarily following the 

3,800-foot elevation contour 

because the terrain becomes 

too steep for cultivation 

above that elevation. 

Alcantara Vineyards & Winery 

20 visitcottonwoodaz.org Cottonwood & Verde Valley 21

WINE TRAIL 

Tours/Transportation 

Touring the Wine Trail includes visits to several wineries and 

everyone is encouraged to reserve a tour (or designate a driver) 

and drink responsibly. Book a personalized, all-inclusive wine 

tour with an experienced tour operator and leave the details, and 

driving, to the guide. Many tour operators also offer alternate 

tours such as guided micro-brewery tasting tours, town tours, 

ancient ruin tours, and chocolate tours! 

Tours of Jerome 

110 Main St., Ste. 1, Jerome 

928.639.4361 

toursofjerome.com 

Alcantara Adventures 

6101 E. Coury Dr., Camp Verde 

928.852.4161 

alcantaradventures.com 

Jeep, Horseback & Winery 

Tours in Camp Verde. 

Sip Sedona 

928.308.5166 

sipsedona.com 

It's not just about the wine, 

it's about experiencing the 

Verde Valley! 

Verde Adventures 

928.204.6440 or 877.673.3661 

verdeadventure.com 

Providing Verde River Trips, Inflatable 

Kayak rentals, shuttles, tubing, and 

wine tours. Sedona and the Verde 

River Valley. 

Tantrum Wines 

Taste of the Valley Tours 


928.642.6544 

tasteofthevalleytours.com 

Allow us to introduce you to local 

tasting rooms and share the true 

spirit of Northern Arizona wines. 

Wine Tours of Sedona 

866.445.3732 or 928.224.2991 

winetoursofsedona.com 

Providing private and personalized 

tours giving you a completely flexible 

tour experience. Free digital photos. 

CAMP VERDE 

CLARKDALE 

Bodega Pierce 

Winery & Tasting Room 

1341 W. State Rte. 89A, Clarkdale 

928.634.0301 

bodegapierce.com 

Thu.-Sun. 12-6pm 

Alcantara Vineyard & Winery 

3445 S. Grapevine Way, Camp Verde 

928.649.8463 

alcantaravineyard.com 

Daily 11am-5pm, closed major holidays. 

Where the Verde River and Oak Creek 

meet. Come taste the beauty! 

Clear Creek Vineyard & Winery 

4053 E. State Rte. 260, Camp Verde 

602.904.0173 

clearcreekwineryaz.com 

Wed.-Sun. 11am-5pm 

(Winter hours: check website) 

Chateau Tumbleweed 

Winery & Tasting Room 

1151 W. State Rte. 89A, Clarkdale 

928.634.0443 

chateautumbleweed.com 

Daily 12-7pm 

Southwest Wine Center 

601 Black Hills Dr., Clarkdale 

(located at Verde Valley Campus 

of Yavapai College) 

928.634.6566 

southwestwinecenter.com 

Thu.-Sun. 12-6pm 


Salt Mine Wine 

536 W. Salt Mine Rd., Camp Verde 

928.910.2075 

saltminewine.com 

Fri. - Sun. 12-5pm 

Please call or refer to the individual 

websites before heading out. 

Operating hours (and days) may vary! 



WINE TRAIL 

Caduceus Cellars 

CORNVILLE 

D.A.Ranch 

1901 N. Dancing Apache Road 

Cornville 

928.247.6868 

daranch.com 

Wed.-Sun. 11am-6pm 

(with limited exceptions - see website). 

D.A.Ranch is a destination winery and 

private event venue known for 100% 

estate-grown Arizona wines and 

picturesque grounds. 

Javelina Leap Vineyard, 

Winery & Bistro 

1565 Page Springs Road, Cornville 

928.649.2681 

javelinaleapwinery.com 

Daily 11am-6pm. Family operated, 

premium boutique winery with award 

winning wines. 

Four Eight Wineworks 

Cove Mesa Vineyard Tasting Room 


Cove Mesa Vineyard Tasting Room 

On Cornville Rd. at 1210 S. Western Dr. 

Cornville 

928.641.4693 

covemesa.com 

Mon.-Thurs 12-6pm 

Fri. 11am-8pm 

Sat-Sun. 11am-6pm 

New tasting room! Offering premium 

wines and charcuterie boards & 

specialty pizzas (Vegan, GF). 

Oak Creek Vineyards & Winery 

1555 N. Page Springs Road, Cornville 

928.660.6935 

oakcreekvineyards.net 

Open Daily 

We welcome kids AND pets, so bring 

the entire crew and enjoy! 

Arizona Stronghold 

Echo Canyon Vineyard 

3005 N. Echo Canyon Road, Cornville 

928.592.2179 

Invited guests only. 

echo (\`e-(,)kō) - 

(1) an expression of uniquely rugged 

terroir; (2) reincarnation of Verde 

Valley wine. 

Page Springs Cellars 


928.639.3004 

pagespringscellars.com 

Mon.-Wed. 11am-7pm 

Thu.-Sun. 11am-9pm 

365 days a year. Local wines. Friendly 

service. Fun events. Informative tours. 

Gourmet menu. 



WINE TRAIL 


JEROME 

Cabal Cellars 

417 Hull Ave., Jerome 

928.634.9576 

cabalcellars.com 

Daily 11am-6pm 

Merkin Vineyards Tasting 

Room & Osteria 

1001 N. Main St., Cottonwood 

928.639.1001 

merkinvineyardsosteria.com 

Sun.-Thu 11am-9pm 

Fri.-Sat. 11am-10pm 

Committed to using ingredients from 

Arizona's premier farms, fields, 

pastures, and trees. 

MERKIN VINEYARDS HILLTOP 

TRATTORIA - OPENING FALL 2023 


158 Main St., Jerome 

928.639.9463 

caduceus.org 

Sun.-Thu. 11am-6pm 


365 days a year. Born out of passion by 

lead singer of Tool, Maynard Keenan. 

Old Town Cottonwood 

COTTONWOOD 

Arizona Stronghold Vineyards 

Tasting Room 

1023 N. Main St. 

928.639.2789 

azstronghold.com 

Mon.-Tue. 12-5pm, Wed.-Sun. 12-7pm 

Fierce Terrain, Fine Wine, Authentic 

Arizona. Visit us in Old Town 

Cottonwood. 

Burning Tree Cellars 


928.649.8733 

burningtreecellars.com 

Sun.-Thu. 12-6pm 

Fri.-Sat. 12-9pm 

Cellar 433 

909 A. N. Main St., Cottonwood 

928.852.4002 

cellar433.com 

Sun.-Thu. 12-6pm, Fri.-Sat. 12-7pm 

The enigmatic blends of John 

McLoughlin’s renowned personal 

Tarot Collection. 

DA Vines Vineyard Tasting Room & Bistro 


928.634.6710 

davinesvineyard.com 

Wed.-Thu. 11am-7pm 

Fri.-Sat. 11am-8pm, Sun. 11am-4pm 

Pillsbury Wine Company 

Tasting Room 

315 S. Willard St., Cottonwood 

928.639.0646 

pillsburywine.com 

Daily 12-7pm 

Tantrum Wines 

918 N. Main St., Ste C, Cottonwood 

928.634.2266 

tantrumwines.com 



Wines made for your mood & your 

attitude by Brighid McLoughlin. 

“Just Go With It.” 

Coronado Vineyards Tasting Room 


928-634-2845 

coronadovineyards.com 

Hours vary - see website. 


(located in Puscifer the Store) 


928.639.3516 

four8wineworks.com 

Sun.-Thu. 11am-6pm, Fri.-Sat. 11am-7pm 

The Arizona Winemaker’s Co-operative. 

Passion Cellars 


480.483.5051 

passioncellars.com 


Carlson Creek Vineyard 


928.634.3866 

carlsoncreek.com 





928.693.3516 



Cottonwood’s best-kept secret. 

Arizona wines and small plates. 

SCAN ME 

for current entertainment & 

specials in Old Town Cottonwood. 

Merkin Vineyards Tasting Room & Osteria 

The Original Jerome Winery 

114 Jerome Ave., Jerome 

928.639.9593 

theoriginaljeromewinery.com 

Mon.-Thu. 11am-6pm, Fri.-Sun. 11-7pm 

Willcox’s most well-crafted single 

varietals vintage ports, exotics and 

Arizona’s only Heritage Zinfandel flight. 

Vino Zona 


vinozona.love 

Thu., Sun.,Mon. 11am-6pm 




WINE TRAIL 




SEDONA 

The Art of Wine 

101 N. State Rte. 89A, Ste. B9, Sedona 

928.203.9463 

artofwinesedona.com 

Sun.-Wed. 11am-7pm 

Thu.-Sat. 11am-8pm 

Decanter Tasting Room 

7000 AZ-179, Ste. A-100, Sedona 

928.284.2134 

decantertastingroom.com 

Mon.-Thu. 12-9pm 


Sun. 11am-8pm 

Vino Di Sedona 

2575 State Rte. 89A, Sedona 

928.554.4682 

vinodisedona.com 

Tue.-Sat. 11am-10pm 

Sun. 3-9pm 

Vino Zona 

336 AZ-179, Ste. A207, Sedona 

vinozona.love 


Winery 1912 

320 N. State Rte. 89A, Ste. C, Sedona 

928.282.0715 

winery1912.com 

Sun..-Thu. 11am-7pm 


Classic Spanish wines that display 

the rugged beauty of SE Arizona set, 

in the glowing red rocks of Sedona. 

NEW 

Tasting 

Room! 

The terrain has changed 

but, the elegant wines 

and the bistro’s eats 

remain rave-worthy 

– visit Cove Mesa 

Vineyard’s new tasting 

room at the intersection 

of Cornville Road and 

Page Springs Road. 



WINE TRAIL 

Green Wine 

The Arizona Wine Growers Association strives to 

advance with integrity the sustainable growth and 

production of authentic Arizona-grown wines. 




Page Springs Cellars is tucked into the volcanic landscape of the Page 

Springs area, along the beautiful banks of the Oak Creek. Protecting 

this beauty goes hand-in-hand with winery operations at PSC. Owner 

Eric Glomski’s eco-responsible approach embraces environmental 

stewardship of the vineyards and winery, providing the cornerstone 

of winemaking. A certified-sustainable winery (via Sustainability 

Alliance), PSC continues to work towards protecting our planet. 

Decreasing its carbon footprint seems of equal importance as creating 

fine wines at Page Springs Cellars. The eco-winery employs solar 

voltaic panels which can be found covering the winery roof and 

shading the parking area, making the winery 100% solar powered. 

PSC’s onsite wastewater treatment system converts all grey and black 

water into high quality effluent that is reintroduced to the water 

table through adjacent mesquite bosques. In congruence with water 

reclamation, PSC also actively participates in a ‘water offset program’ 

that allows PSC to boast their ‘net-zero water usage’ status. 

Sustainability is the culture at PSC. From no-till farming to an 

extensive recycling program, composting to paperless hand dryers, 

Page Springs Cellars is going the distance. Even the body butters 

and food supplements at the PSC Shop are created through the 

repurposing of pressed grape skins and seeds. 

A connection to the wine that one drinks only seems to increase 

the enjoyment. Page Springs Cellars’ connection to the land that it 

farms and its surrounding environment offers peace of mind and 

a connection that is hard to avoid when immersed in the beautiful 

winery...It doesn’t hurt that the wine is world class. 





Magical Christmas Journey, Verde Canyon Railroad Verde Valley Wine Festival Blazin' M Ranch 

CALENDAR 

of events 

June 

Concerts in the Park 

Clarkdale Town Park, Clarkdale 


Old Town Music and the Market 

Old Town Activity Park, Cottonwood 

oldtownmusicandthemarket.org 

Fridays 5pm - dark 

Titled Earth Wine & Music Festival 

Page Springs Cellars, Cornville 

tilted-earth.com 

Cornhole Mash 


oldtown.org 

Monday Movies on Main begin 

Old Town Center for the Arts, Cottonwood 

oldtowncenter.org 

Sedona Yoga Festival 

Sedona 

sedonayogafestival.com 

Summer Block Party 

6-9pm, Last Friday in June 

Downtown Clarkdale 


Cottonwood Summer Cinema Series 

(June – August) 

Cottonwood Aquatics Center 

cottonwoodaz.gov 

July 

CornFest 

Hollamon St., Camp Verde 


Fantastic Family Fourth of July 

Verde Valley Fairgrounds, Cottonwood 


National Day of the Cowboy 

Mary D. Fisher Theater, Sedona 

sedonamuseum.org 

Sedona Hummingbird Festival 

Sedona Performing Arts Center 

hummingbirdsociety.org 

Summer Block Party 

6-9pm, Last Friday in July 






August 




September 

Clarkdale Gem & Mineral Show 

Clarkdale 

mingusgem.club 


Old Town Activity Park 



Fridays 5pm - dark 

Thunder Valley Rally 


thundervalleyrallyaz.com 

Jerome Indie Film & Music Festival 

Jerome 

jeromefilmfestival.com 

Sedona WineFest 

Posse Grounds Park, Sedona 

sedonawinefest.com 

Red Rocks Music Festival 

(Sept.-Oct.) 

Schnebly Hill Rd., Sedona 

redrocksmusicfestival.com 




Monthly Events 

Jerome Art & Wine Walk 

(Art, Shopping, Live Music, etc.): 5-8pm, First Saturday, 


First Friday in The Galleries 

(gallery receptions, music, wine tasting, etc.): 4-7pm, 

Tlaquepaque, Sedona, tlaq.com 

SCAN ME 

for current 

entertainment 

& specials 

in Old Town 

Cottonwood. 

Vort-I-Fest, Music Festival & 

Experience 

Sedona 

sedonavortifest.com 

Fright Night 

Verde Canyon Railroad Depot, Clarkdale 

Fridays & Saturdays, starting Sept. 15 

verdecanyonrr.com 

October 

Clarktoberfest 

Clarkdale 

clarktoberfestaz.com 

Fort Verde Days 

Fort Verde State Historic Park, Camp Verde 


Halloween Festival: Trunk or Treat 

Main Street, Camp Verde 


Fright Night 

Verde Canyon Railroad Depot, Clarkdale 

Fridays & Saturdays 


Halloween Trunk-Or-Treat 

Cottonwood Recreation Center 


Slide Rock Fall Fest 


azstateparks.com 

Red Rocks Oktoberfest/ 

Craft Beer Festival 


redrocksoktoberfest.com 

Sedona Arts Festival 

Sedona Red Rock High School 

sedonaartsfestival.org 

Sedona Plein Air Festival 

Sedona Arts Center 

sedonapleinairfestival.org 

Sedona Rock, Gem, & Jewelry Show 

Sedona Red Rock High School 

sedonagemandmineral.org 

Dia de Los Muertos Celebration 

Tlaquepaque, Sedona 

tlaq.com 

November 

Turquoise Circuit Rodeo Block Party 

Downtown Camp Verde 


Cottonwood Collectibles & 

Firearm Show 


Walkin’ on Main 


facebook.com/walkinonmain/ 

Zeke Taylor Barbeque 

Clemenceau Heritage Museum, Cottonwood 

clemenceaumuseum.com 

5K Turkey Trot 


runflagstaff.com/sedona-turkey-trot 

Veterans Tribute Car Show 

Camp Verde Equestrian Center 

Roam Fest 

(Women’s MTB Festival) 

Sedona 

roamfest.com 

Magical Christmas Journey 

Verde Canyon Railroad, Clarkdale 


December 

Christmas Bazaar & Parade of Lights 

Community Center Gym/Main St. 

Camp Verde 


Made in Clarkdale Art Show 

Clark Memorial Clubhouse, Clarkdale 

madeinclarkdale.org 

Magical Christmas Journey 



Christmas Parade 



Holiday Chocolate Walk 


oldtown.org 

VIP Chocolate & Wine Tasting 


oldtown.org 

Winter Solstice Concert 

Old Town Center for the Arts 



Festival of Lights - Lighting of 

6,000 Luminarias 


tlaq.com 

Sedona Tree Lighting & Santa Visit 


tlaq.com 

Chanukah Menorah Lighting 


tlaq.com 

February 

Chocolate Lovers’ Train 



Clarkdale Gem & Mineral Show 

Clarkdale 

mingusgem.club 

Arts & Crafts American Style 

Clemenceau Heritage Museum 



Sample, Sip, & Stroll 


oldtown.org 

Sedona International Film Festival 

2030 W. State Rte. 89A, Sedona 

sedonafilmfestival.com 

RunSedona 



March – Arizona Wine Month 

Pecan & Wine Festival 

Downtown Camp Verde 

verdevalleywine.org 

Clarkdale Car Show 


clarkdalecarshow.com 

Cottonwood Collectibles & 

Firearm Show 


St. Patrick’s Day Parade 

Sedona 


Mountain Bike Festival 

Sedona 

sedonamtbfestival.com 

April 

Emerging Winemakers 

Competition & Symposium 

Clarkdale 

emergingwinemakers.com 

Cottonwood’s Vintage Run/Walk 


runcottonwood.com 

Earth Day Concert 



Annual Easter Eggstravaganza 

Riverfront Park, Cottonwood 


Cottonwood’s Vintage Run/Walk 


runcottonwood.com 

Verde Valley Birding & Nature Festival 

Dead Horse Ranch State Park, Cottonwood 

birdyverde.org 

Open Studio Tour 

Art Studios throughout the Verde Valley. 

sedonaartistscoalition.org 

Sedona Yoga Festival 

995 Upper Red Rock Loop Road, Sedona 

sedonayogafestival.com 

Verde Valley Farmers Market 

May 




Fridays, 5pm - dark 

Uncorked Wine Festival 



Bob Dylan Birthday Concert 



Verde Valley Wine Festival 


verdevalleywinefestival.com 

Verde Valley Fair 


vvfair.com 

Piano On the Rocks 

International Festival 

Sedona Methodist Church 

pianoontherocks.org 

Cinco de Mayo 


tlaq.com 

Farmers Markets 

Farmers Market at Old Town Square 

Wednesdays, 4-8pm, mid-March-December 

Old Town Square, Cottonwood 

facebook.com/farmersmarketatoldtownsquare/ 

Windmill Park Farmers Market 

Thursdays, 2-6pm, mid-March-December 

9950 E. Cornville Rd., Cornville 

facebook.com/windmillparkfarmersmarket/ 

Verde Valley Farmers Market 

Saturdays, 8-11am, mid-May - October 10 

75 E. Hollamon St., Camp Verde 

facebook.com/verdevalleyfarmersmarket/ 

Events may be subject to rescheduling or cancellation. Check status online at event website or for more events, see cottonwoodchamberaz.org/events 



COTTONWOOD 

You are welcome here! 

The friendly and laid-back locals are the foundational charm of this 

hip small town. Cottonwood is home to antique shops and specialty 

boutiques, fine restaurants, art galleries, wineries, tasting rooms 

and festivals throughout the year. There is something for 

everyone in Cottonwood and, you are welcome here! 

SCAN ME 

for current entertainment & 

specials in Old Town Cottonwood. 

Many of Cottonwood’s tasting 

rooms feature live music Friday 

through Sunday. 


Old Town is the Heart of Cottonwood. Whether you’ve come to 

shop, sip, play, or stay, Old Town has what you’re looking for. Old 

Town is filled with charming shops and boutiques, galleries and 

antique stores, wine tasting rooms, hotels, cafés and restaurants, 

all in the center of town. You’ll also find nature trails and historic 

tours. It’s easy to plan more than a day and spend longer than a 

weekend in Old Town. 

Boutique/Specialty Shopping 

Find yourself exploring more than Old Town and you’ll discover 

more unique shopping options. 

Bananas In Old Town 


928.202.4084 

bananasinoldtown.com 

“Most fun place to shop in Old 

Town” - offering unique gift items for 

discriminating shoppers. 

Crazy Tony’s Old Town Market 


928.239.9265 

crazy-tonys-old-town-market.business.site 

Desert Dancer 

529 W. Mingus Ave., Cottonwood 

928.634.2882 

desertdancer.com 

Gayle’s Chocolates 


888.761.2626 

gayleschocolates.com 

Making delicious handmade 

chocolates since 1979. See Ad on p. 

36 for discount. 10am-5pm Mon.-Sat. 

Hidden Treasures Upscale Resale 

675 E. Cottonwood St. Ste. A-2 


928.203.4900 

hiddentreasuresupscaleresale.com 

Hidden Treasures is a great store 

to find a wide variety of unique 

resale items! 

Main St. Mercantile 

1020 N. Main St. Ste. A 


928.852.0500 

facebook.com/mainstmercantileAZ/ 

Pawz on Main 

918 N. Main St., Ste B 


928.239.4538 

pawzonmain.com 

Quilters Quarters 

51 N. Verde Heights Dr. 


928.634.8161 

Seeds Natural Fiber Clothing 


928.202.2767 

seedsnaturalfiberclothing.com 

Clothing to wear from the inside Out. 

Studio located at the Historic Old 

Town Jail. 

Shabby Chic Boutique on Main 


928.649.6592 

facebook.com/ 

shabbychicboutiqueonmain 

Verde Valley Olive Oil Traders 


928.634.9900 

vvoliveoil.com 

Stop in & sample our premium fresh 

olive oils and flavored aged 

balsamic vinegars. 

Wine, Whiskey & Whatnot 

1020 N. Main St. Ste. B, Cottonwood 

928.852.0488 

facebook.com/ 

winewhiskeyandwhatnotAZ 

Fresh Air Fun 

If the outdoors are calling, answer the call in Cottonwood! Cottonwood 

is home to Dead Horse Ranch State Park. Located on the northern 

edge of Cottonwood, this state landmark has earned a reputation as 

a favorite fishing hole, bird lover’s paradise, and hiker’s dream. With 

trails meandering through sycamore and cottonwood trees along the 

banks of the Verde River, Dead Horse Ranch State Park is a jewel in the 

center of Cottonwood all year round. azstateparks.com/dead-horse 

Explore nature on foot, bicycle, horseback, kayak, or ATV. Check out 

Things to Do (page 56) to make the most of your outdoor adventure 

in Cottonwood! 

The scenic and well-maintained Coyote Trails Golf Course is located 

at the base of Mingus Mountain. The course offers nine holes that 

strategically meander through the surrounding high-desert terrain. 

Stop by JJ's Canteen after your round for a sandwich and cold drink. 

coyotetrailsgolfcourse.com 

Whether you are a professional or an amateur disc golfer, you 

will enjoy the 18-hole course picturesquely nestled among the giant 

cottonwoods in the green belt of the Verde River at River Front Park. 

Guided Tours 

Cottonwood and the Verde Valley are quickly gaining notoriety 

for the growing wine industry, boasting the state’s newest major 

American viticulture area. Celebrate the industry with a personalized/ 

all-inclusive wine tour with an experienced tour operator and leave 

the details, and driving, to the guide/operator. Many tour operators 

offer alternate tours such as guided micro-brewery tasting tours, 

town tours, ancient ruin tours, and chocolate tours! (See Wine Trail 

Section, page 22, for tour operators.) 

Verde Valley Bicycle Company offers mountain biking 

tours, guided hikes, e-bike wine tasting, and brewery tours. 

verdevalleybicyclecompany.com 

Stop by a Cottonwood Visitor Center for maps, and brochures, and speak 

with locals about some of their favorite things to do in Cottonwood & the 

Verde Valley. 

849 Cove Parkway, 928.634.7593 or 817 N. Main St., 928.649.0509 

City of Cottonwood Tourism Office - 928.340.2729, visitcottonwoodaz.org 

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COTTONWOOD 

Arts & History 

Attend a show at the Old Town Center for the Arts theater concert venue with performances and 

entertainment in music, theater, comedy, and the performing arts. oldtowncenter.org 

Visit an art gallery! Hart of AZ Art Gallery and Zen Mountain Gallery show local artists’ works. 

History buffs will enjoy the rooms and display cases at the Clemenceau Heritage Museum, 

filled with artifacts focused on Verde Valley history. Wed. 9am-noon, Fri.-Sat. 11am-3pm. 


Night Life 

Come down to Main Stage Monday through Saturday for nightly events including karaoke, bingo, 

pub trivia, and live entertainment. mainstageaz.com 

Blazin’ M Ranch, an authentic western-themed town located on the edge of Cottonwood, provides 

an evening of Western activities, dinner, and an unforgettable show. You’ll find fun family activities 

including mechanical bull riding, axe throwing, and a shooting gallery. blazinm.com 

Take in a televised game or live entertainment while enjoying one of the mouth-watering 

sandwiches at The KROW Sports Bar & Grill. Plus, the entire family will have a blast playing skeeball, 

air hockey and more in The KROW’s dedicated game room. krowsportsbar.com 

Dance the night away at The Chaparral Bar – DJ’s on the weekend and karaoke every Wednesday, 

Thursday, and Sunday night. The Chaparral has pool tables, dart boards, horseshoes, and cornhole. 

Stay 

Enjoy your stay in one of many comfortable and affordable lodging options in Cottonwood (See 

Lodging, page 58). 


The City of Cottonwood 

began as a campground 

and stop-over for 

travelers to Oak Creek, 

Beaver Creek and Camp 

Verde. It was one of three 

main crossings over the 

Verde River. Cottonwood 

became a supplier of 

fresh produce to the 

copper miners in Jerome 

in the early years of the 

20th century. Today, it 

is the commercial hub of 

the Verde Valley with a 

growing population of 

approximately 13,000. 

CORNVILLE 

& Page Springs 

For a unique small-town experience and the 

opportunity to enjoy Oak Creek without crowds, a 

trip to Cornville and Page Springs has it all. In these 

communities of approximately 4,000, you can enjoy 

golf, vineyards and wine tasting, birding and fine dining. 

Page Springs Road Wineries 

Experience five of the region’s favorite wineries – Page Springs 

Cellars, DA Ranch, Oak Creek Vineyards, Javelina Leap 

Vineyard Winery & Bistro, and the new Cove Mesa Vineyard 

Tasting Room are all located within minutes of each other, along 

Page Springs Road and Dancing Apache Road. Each are producing 

a wide variety of wines in many different styles. Each of the Page 

Springs Road wineries is distinct to its label, is being praised by 

wine critics, and has won national awards for quality. 

Dine 

This small town is big on flavor with two top-rated dining gems. 

The Manzanita Inn serves dinner nightly featuring house-made 

German food, steaks, seafood & wild game. Up the Creek Bistro- 

Wine Bar is open for lunch and dinner and creates New American 

plates in their rustic eatery nestled on the banks of Oak Creek. 

The wineries in Page Springs also offer dining options from their 

onsite kitchens/bistros. 

Page Springs Fish Hatchery 

Nestled among the pines of the Coconino National Forest, the 

Page Springs Fish Hatchery offers a cool retreat from the desert 

during hot summer months. The Page Springs Hatchery is the 

largest state-run hatchery producing 750,000 fish annually to 

stock Arizona’s lakes, ponds, and streams. The Hatchery provides 

57% of the stock trout in Arizona. 

The Hatchery provides a self-guided tour path and families 

will enjoy the recently completed nature trail bordering Oak 

Creek. Kids of all ages will enjoy the show ponds to view the 

hatchery’s finest and largest trout. Designated by the National 

Audubon Society as an Important Bird Area (IBA), the Hatchery 

is considered the premier birding area for the Verde Valley where 

over 200 bird species have been identified. Open daily 7am – 

3:30pm, 928.634.4805 

DA Ranch 

Golf 

Golf enthusiasts of all levels will enjoy Agave Highlands Golf 

Course, a par 71 layout at just over 3,300’ elevation. Agave 

Highlands offers a memorable round of golf overlooking the 

beautiful landscape of the Verde Valley framed by Mingus 

Mountain. This 18-hole course is playable at all levels. Tee time 

reservations recommended. agavehighlands.com 



Verde River 

CAMP VERDE 

The Center 

Editorial contributions by 

the Town of Camp Verde. 

of it All 

Experience Camp Verde’s small-town charm, located in the 

geographical center of Arizona, where fun meets adventure. 

Ancient cultures, military influence and ranching heritage blend 

together in Camp Verde. With a population of 12,000+, Camp 

Verde is a small town that began with farms and cattle 

ranches and has grown into a destination full of events and 

adventure. 

Stop by the Camp Verde Visitors Center and the Camp 

Verde Historical Society Museum at 435 S. Main Street 

for a taste of the area’s rich past, some friendly 

advice to enrich your visit, or a cool drink of water. 

Float 

Camp Verde spans 18 miles of the Verde River, a popular place 

for a leisurely trip in a kayak, canoe or anything else that 

floats. 

Hike 

A web of urban trails leads to nearby bluffs and the 

occasional ancient pueblo. There is a trail for everyone in 

Camp Verde, in fact there are 17 of them. Camp Verde offers 

beautiful scenery, a chance to observe birds and other 

wildlife, and to explore the various flora in and around the 

Verde Valley. visitcampverde.com/hiking-trails/ 

Ride 

Enjoy panoramic views of the Verde Valley on a Jeep ride 

offered by Alcantara Adventures where you are treated to 

amazing views of the Verde River, the Alcantara Vineyard & 

Winery, and ancient ruins. alcantaradventures.com 

Cowboys and city-slickers alike will enjoy Wild Western 

Horseback Adventures’ scenic horseback rides with goats, 

pot-belly pigs and miniature horses vying for your attention 

back at the ranch. wildwesternhorseback.com 

Safari 

Nestled against the Mingus Mountains in the Verde Valley 

sits a 104-acre unique wildlife park – it’s not a zoo. At Out 

of Africa Wildlife Park, you’ll experience the splendor 

of the animal kingdom closer than you ever thought 

possible, blending the spirit of Africa with the harmony of 

nature. Whether it’s the exciting Tiger Splash® show, the 

Predator Feed, or an immersive safari tour that will have 

you surrounded by free-roaming African plains animals, 

there’s something for everyone here – all with the price of 

admission! If you’re feeling a bit more daring, try the worldclass 

Predator Zip Line tour and soar over the animals. 

Other options include the VIP Behind-the-Scenes tour, 

the SuperMog Safari Adventure, Sloth Encounters, and 

more. Giraffe kisses are free! Open daily 9:30am-5:00pm. 

outofafricapark.com 

Taste 

If you are craving perfection, JT’s Steakhouse’s chef-driven menu 

highlights seasonal ingredients in modern comfort foods with a 

twist. Just down Main Street you’ll find Low Places Bar and Grill 

serving up mouth-watering American dishes with live music on 

the weekend. 

Or, if you’re looking for fantastic Mexican food, fresh baked bread 

or mesquite barbecue, Camp Verde’s dining options will satisfy 

your desire. 

Camp Verde is home to Alcantara Vineyard & Winery, Clear 

Creek Vineyard and Salt Mine Wine. See Wine Trail Section, 

page 21. 

Explore History 

The museum at the Verde Valley Archaeology Center 

showcases regional archaeological heritage with artifact exhibits 

and a hands-on kids’ area. verdevalleyarchaeology.org 

Fort Verde State Historical Park (125 E. Hollamon St.) preserves 

the Apache Wars-era fort as it appeared in the 1880’s. Visit the 

museum and exhibits to explore the story of the Indian Wars 

history and lives of those who lived and served at the Fort. 

azstateparks.com/fort-verde 

Wet beaver creek 

Wikimedia Commons 

Out of Africa Wildlife Park 

V Bar V Petroglyph Site 

Entertainment 

Cliff Castle Casino Hotel has cutting-edge slot machines, 

table games, and a dedicated high-limit room. Cliff Castle’s 

Stargazer Pavilion, an open-air theatre, hosts concerts 

and events or you can dance the night away at the 

casino’s Dragonfly Nightclub. In addition to its gaming and 

entertainment, Cliff Castle Casino entertains the entire family 

with a 20-lane bowling alley, a video game arcade, and a 

children’s play area. cliffcastlecasinohotel.com 

Attend a performance of Jazz, Blues, Country or Classical 

Music at the Phillip England Center for the Performing 

Arts. Visit pecpaf.com for complete schedule. 

Lake Montezuma/Rimrock & 

Beaver Creek 

Lake Montezuma/Rimrock is one of the smallest towns in the 

Verde Valley but, the area offers big attractions for outdoor 

enthusiasts and aspiring archaeologists alike! Located 6 miles 

north of Camp Verde, off Interstate 17. 

u Visit Montezuma Castle and Montezuma Well National 

Monuments and the V Bar V Petroglyph Site – the 

largest known petroglyph site in the Verde Valley. 

u Fish, play in the creek or birdwatch in Wet Beaver Creek 

(access at Sycamore Community Park). 

u Hike, bike, or take a swim in the Wet Beaver Creek 

Wilderness area (located in the Coconino National Forest). 



Jerome / Jerome Grand Hotel 

JEROME 

The city in the sky 

Jerome was at one time the most talked about wild west mining 

camp in America - it’s now listed on the National Historic Register. 

Its population went from 15,000 in its heyday, to a “ghost 

town” of under 50 people, to its role today as a center for the 

arts with unique shops, sophisticated galleries, wineries, 

tasting rooms, bistros, hotels and B&Bs - with just under 

500 permanent residents. Jerome’s scenic view of the 

entire Verde Valley offers wonderful photographic 

opportunities. 

Explore 

u Book a fun and informative Haunted or Historical tour and hear the 

many fascinating tales of “The Wickedest Town in the West!” 

u Travel back in time at the Jerome State Historical Park. Explore 

the history of the eye-catching landmark known as the Douglas 

Mansion and the Douglas family through photographs, artifacts, 

minerals and a 3-D model of the town and underground mines. 

azstateparks.com/jerome 

u Experience the Mine…The Gold King Mine & Ghost Town displays 

early machinery of the mining era in Jerome and will round out this 

step back in time. While there, visit the petting zoo, pan for gold, 

view historic buildings and vintage transportation. 

u Stroll Jerome’s downtown and visit the Mine Museum and art 

galleries - like the Jerome Artists Co-Op, a gallery in the Jerome Hotel, 

or the Jerome Art Center, working studios in the Old Jerome High 

School, featuring paintings, pottery, and more, all by local artists. 

u Enjoy a brew at a Jerome saloon or a glass of wine in one of Jerome’s 

tasting rooms. 

u The Mingus Mountain Area, located southwest of Jerome (off State 

Rte. 89A) in the Prescott National Forest offers opportunities for 

hiking, biking, camping and more. 

Dine 

Whether you’re in the mood for steak, Mexican fare, a burger, BBQ, 

or breakfast, Jerome’s mostly quirky restaurants will make your 

stomach smile. For instance, in a hospital-turned-hotel (Jerome 

Grand Hotel), the upscale Asylum Restaurant pairs American & 

Southwestern fare with scenic views. Or, located in Arizona’s oldest 

operating restaurant building (the English Kitchen, 1899), Bobby 

D’s BBQ serves up slow-smoked entrees and fresh salads that 

you’ll likely enjoy as much as the atmosphere. 

Shop 

The boutiques and galleries in Jerome have many unique items, and 

with the local artists who inhabit the town, you are sure to find 

artwork and crafts to take home. A few favorites: 

Jerome Olive Oil Traders 

403 Clark St., B-12, Jerome 

928.634.9900 



olive oils and flavored aged balsamic 

vinegars. 

Rickeldoris Candy & 

Popcorn Company 


928.639.1340 

Walk into this quaint store and smell 

the aroma of fresh kettle corn, 

nostalgic candies, chocolates & 

licorice from Europe. 

The Gold King Mine & Ghost Town 

Puscifer the Store 

140 Main Street, Jerome 

928.639.3516 

puscifer.com 

Explore a creative wonderland of 

music, apparel, accessories, and 

collectibles. Open 11am-6pm 

Sun.-Thu., 11am-7pm Fri.-Sat. 

Monthly Events 


Held the first Saturday of every month 

from 5-8pm. Art Studios, Galleries, 

Shopping, & Live Music. 

jeromechamber.com/events/ 



SEDONA 

Red Rock Country 

Magnificent red rock formations surround Sedona’s world-class restaurants, numerous art galleries and hundreds 

of unique shops. There are many arts and cultural activities plus golf, hiking, balloon rides and helicopter tours 

in this world-renowned community of 10,300 residents. ATV tour companies offer the unique experience of 

traveling through the red rock canyons and areas otherwise forbidden to motor travel. 

Experiences Among the Red Rocks 

u Visit the Chapel of the Holy Cross. Built in 1956, designed by Marguerite 

Brunswig Staude, a pupil of Frank Lloyd Wright, the Chapel appears to rise out 

of the surrounding red rocks. The towering cross and awesome panorama of 

buttes, valley and sky are a source of inspiration inviting rest, reflection, and 

photo opportunities in all directions. chapeloftheholycross.com 

u Spend a leisurely afternoon at Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village, a recreated 

Mexican village that hosts a myriad of shops and restaurants offering unique and 

unexpected cultural experiences. tlaq.com 

u Feel the exhilaration of off-roading and enjoy the beauty of Sedona’s red rocks up 

close with an ATV adventure. See Things to Do section for local outfitters. 

u Whatever you are craving, Sedona is likely to serve it up. Tip: Order picnic to-go and 

dine outdoors with red rock ambiance! 

u Art Galleries - There are many but, if you have to choose just one, we suggest the 

Sedona Arts Center’s Uptown Gallery and store showcasing works by local artists, 

including jewelry, rare pieces of fine art and photography. The Sedona Arts Center 

also offers workshops, classes and field expeditions. Open daily until 5pm. 

sedonaartscenter.org 

u Enjoy a Classical Music Concert performed by the world’s finest musicians among 

the red rocks of Sedona. chambermusicsedona.org 

u Experience the beauty of the red rocks and Verde Valley from the air. Reserve a 

helicopter tour with Guidance Air (guidanceair.com) or book a sunrise soar above the 

red rocks with Sedona’s original and largest hot air balloon company, Northern 

Light Balloon Expeditions (northernlightballoons.com). 

u Hike, bike, and swim - enjoy the natural beauty of the red rock formations. 

See link to local trail map on page 13. 

Sedona Arts Center Uptown gallery 

Guidance Air 

Northern Light 

Balloon Expeditions 



From the river to the rails, 

Clarkdale shines like a true 

Arizona gem. 

CLARKDALE 

The Gem of Arizona 

Experience Clarkdale 

u Ride the Verde Canyon Railroad. 

u Visit Tuzigoot National Monument. 

u Fish from the banks, wade into the cool, fresh water or 

kayak the Verde’s gentle rapids with a local outfitter. 

u Shop, sip, eat, and stroll in the Clarkdale National 

Historic District. 

u Go back in time at Clarkdale’s museums. 

The home 

of the 

Verde Canyon 

Railroad, 

Clarkdale’s historic 

business district is 

lively with an upscale 

lounge featuring live 

music four days a week, 

brewery, tasting rooms, 

restaurants, museums/ 

galleries, and shops. Clarkdale’s 

public Verde River access points 

offer a perfect launch for your 

kayak adventure too! 

The Verde Canyon Railroad is considered Arizona’s longestrunning 

nature show. The remote wilderness of the Verde Canyon 

is renowned for its towering, red rock pinnacles, clean, green 

waters, Indian ruins, tunnels, trestles and clear, azure skies. Most 

trains depart daily at 1pm. Reservations required. Allow four hours. 


History, Art & Shopping 

Take a stroll on historic Main Street....wander through the park... 

enjoy the largest historic district in the US with 387 buildings all 

listed on the National Register of Historic Places and tour the 

Clarkdale Historical Society’s Museum to explore Arizona’s first 

company town’s history at 900 First North St. 

clarkdalemuseum.org 

A block south, at the center of the Clarkdale Historic District, the 

Arizona Copper Art Museum features more than 5000 works 

of copper art from around the world, with special emphasis on 

Western European and American works of art spanning from 3500 

B.C. to the present day. Open daily 10am-4:30pm, at 849 Main St. 

arizonacopperartmuseum.com 

Verde Canyon Railroad’s southwestern-style depot, grounds and 

museum are open daily. Train and history buffs alike will enjoy the 

memorabilia and historic artifacts at the John Bell Museum. While 

at the train’s depot, pick up a souvenir at the Boxcar Gift Store and 

stop in (or take to-go) for lunch at the depot’s Copper Spike Cafe. 


Take nature home with you with a stop at the Arizona Botanical 

Gardens, located on the western edge of town, on the way to 

Jerome. This nursery and gift shop offers low-maintenance cacti, 

succulents, and low-water plants in all sizes. 

azbotanicalgardens.com 

Arizona Copper Art Museum 

Violette’s Bakery Café 

Founded in 1912, Clarkdale, with a current 

population of around 5,000, is unique in 

American history as Arizona’s first model 

company town. A product of the City Beautiful 

movement, Clarkdale housed smelter workers 

of the United Verde Copper Company, owned 

by railroad baron and copper tycoon Senator 

William A. Clark. Today, Clarkdale Historic 

District, comprising 387 structures, is an 

architect’s and history buff’s dream. Clarkdale 

is located just 4 miles from Cottonwood. 



CLARKDALE 

Arizona Botanical Gardens 

1011 Wildhorse Lane, Clarkdale 

928.634.2166 

azbotanicalgardens.com 

RETAIL CACTUS NURSERY & GIFT SHOP. 

Clarkdale’s historic Main Street is full of flavor! 

Start your day at Violette’s Bakery Café, a cute train 

caboose serving mouth-watering pastries and fresh, 

flavorful lunches. Have a Mexican-style dog or more 

traditional Mexican fare at Hermosillo Hotdogs after your 

outdoor adventure. 

The upscale 10-12 Lounge, open 10am to midnight 

daily, features live music 4 nights a week (1012lounge. 

com/events). Enjoy a drink and entertainment in 10-12’s 

remodeled comfy lounge or the outdoor patio. A quick 

walk down Main is the newest brewery in the Verde 

Valley, Smelter Town Brewery. Smelter Town features 

craft beers and snacks Wednesdays through Mondays. 

smeltertownbrewery.com 

HOLISTIC 

Modalities & Wellness 

Cottonwood & the Verde 

Valley have an abundance of 

personal service providers 

including alternative health 

and wellness centers, spas, 

and retreats that offer a 

diverse range of holistic 

therapies. 

WELLNESS 

Smelter Town Brewery 

Raven’s Haven Portal Retreat 

1979 Old Jerome Hwy., Clarkdale 

928.202.5566 

sedonaspiritual.com/ravens-cosmic-portal 

Sedona Mago Center for 

Well-Being & Retreat 

3500 E. Bill Gray Road, Sedona 

928.204.3391 

sedonamagoretreat.org 

Aesthetic Studio Clinic 

401 S. Calvary Way, Ste. B, Cottonwood 

928.639.4530 

aestheticstudioclinic.com 

Carol Lucia Frequency Healing 

928.327.1256 

carollucia.com 

Cottonwood Collective 

Beauty Lounge 

979 S. Main St., Cottonwood 

928.235.8821 

cottonwoodcollectiveaz.com 

Dr. Alice Alibrio - 

Naturopathic Physician 

928.399.0694 

dralicealibrio.com 

Higher Alignment Chiropractic 


928.800.4345 

higheralignmentchiro.com 

Laser You Lovely 

218 Justin Dr., Cottonwood 

928.515.4951 

laseryoulovely75.com 

Main Street Chiropractic 


928.639.1700 

533chiro.com 

Moseng Chiropractic 

211 Jennifer Dr., Ste. A, Cottonwood 

928.634.0733 

mosengchiro.com/cottonwood.html 

Mount Hope Foods 


928.634.8251 

retail@mounthopefoods.com 

Personal Vortex Tours 

1935 S. Bonita Circle, Cottonwood 

928.300.0963 

secretmountaintours.com 

Snap Fitness Cottonwood 

976 S. Main St., Ste. D, Cottonwood 

928.649.1905 

snapfitness.com 

SpiritQuest Sedona Retreats 

75 Kallof Pl., #102, Sedona 

928.282.2509 

retreatsinsedona.com 

Verde Valley BJJ 

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu 

1100 AZ-260, Ste. 15, Cottonwood 

928.963.6173 

verdevalleybjj.com 


928.634.9900 



olive oils and flavoured aged 

balsamic vinegars. 

Konnect Wellness Center is a 

branch of Steps to Recovery 

Homes. Konnect Wellness is an 

outpatient treatment center to help 

support the road to recovery and 

sobriety. 

VISIT: StepsToRecoveryHomes.org 



ARTS & 

CULTURE 

Art lives here 

Whether you are looking for classes, guided tours, galleries, studios, concerts, art 

supplies or a cultural adventure, the Verde Valley can connect you with your creative 

side! Our walkable communities are filled with museums, performing arts, world class 

music, Art Walks, open air cinemas, numerous local festivals, events and much more. 

There’s no doubt about it – art lives here – and after one visit you will want to, too! 


Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village 

MONTHLY EVENTS 


(Art, Shopping, Live Music, 

etc.): 5-8pm, First Saturday, 


First Friday in The Galleries 

(gallery receptions, music, 

wine tasting, etc.): 4-7pm, 

Tlaquepaque, Sedona, tlaq.com 


849 Main St., Clarkdale 

928.649.1858 

copperartmuseum.org 

Art Glitter 

720 N. Balboa St., Cottonwood 

928.639.0805 

artglitter.com 

Cartwheels Gallery 


928.821.1044 

cartwheelsonmain.com 

Chamber Music Sedona 

2030 W. State Rte. 89A, Suite B5 

Sedona 

928.204.2415 

chambermusicsedona.org 

Clarkdale Historical 

Society and Museum 

900 First North St., Clarkdale 

928.649.1198 

clarkdalemuseum.org 

Clemenceau Heritage Museum/ 

Verde Valley Historical Society 

1 N. Willard, Cottonwood 

928.634.2868 


Fine Art Museum of Sedona 

Sedona 

888.602.2667 

fineartmuseumofsedona.org 

Jerome Art Center 

885 Hampshire Ave., Jerome 

928.821.2692 

jeromeartcenter.com 

Jerome Artists Co-Op 


928.639.4276 

jeromecoop.com 

John Bell Railroad Museum 

At the Verde Canyon Railroad 

Clarkdale 

800.582.7245 


Open daily. 

Mingus Union High School 

Theatre Troupe 

Musical performances throughout 

the school year. 

Box Office: 928.649.4466 


633 N. 5th St. (5th & Main) 


928.634.0940 


Sept thru May - Experience it Live! 

Music Concerts, Theater, Comedy, & 

Art with the finest National, 

International, Regional & Local 

Performing Artists Since 2008. 

New! Monday Movies on Main 

The Patty McMullen-Mikles Gallery 

Yavapai College - Visual Arts 

601 W. Black Hills Dr., Cottonwood 

928.649.5479 

ycvisualarts.com 

Phillip England Center for the 

Performing Arts 

210 Camp Lincoln Road, Camp Verde 

928.239.4891 or 877.561.0741 

pecpaf.com 

Raku Gallery 

250 Hull Ave., Jerome 

928.639.0239 

Science Vortex M 

Childrens STEM + Art Center 

301 N. Willard St., Room 202 


928.225.7830 

sciencevortex.org 

Sedona Arts Center 

15 Art Barn Road, Sedona 

928.282.3809 or 888.954.4442 

sedonaartscenter.org 

Art Workshops, Classes and Crash 

Courses, Fine Art Gallery, Ceramics 

Studio, Sedona Plein Air Festival, 

Loving Bowls, and more! 

Sedona International Film Festival 

Mary D. Fisher Theatre 

2030 State Rte. 89A, Ste. A3 

928.282.1177 

sedonafilmfestival.org 

Ken Koshio and Kenzoo - Taiko Drumming Concert 

Tlaquepaque Arts & 

Shopping Village 

336 State Rte. 179, Sedona 

928.282.4838 

tlaq.com 

Tlaquepaque is a recreated Mexican 

village that hosts a myriad of shops 

and restaurants offering unique and 

unexpected cultural experiences. 

Verde Valley Archaeology 

Center and Museum 

460 W. Finnie Flat Road, Camp Verde 

928.567.0066 

verdevalleyarchaeology.org 

Explore the history of ancient Verde 

Valley civilizations through exhibits of 

artifacts and art. The Official Non-profit 

Partner of the National Park Service 

for Montezuma Castle and Tuzigoot. 

Zen Mountain Gallery 

764 N. Main, Cottonwood 

928.634.5009 

zenmountaingallery.com 



FOOD 

& Drink 

The Verde Valley offers dining options for everyone - 

hometown cafés and burger joints to sophisticated 

international fare and steak houses located in historic 

buildings. There is a special dining experience waiting 

for you in every part of the Verde Valley. Enjoy! 

Family Favorites 

The whole family will enjoy a chuckwagon dinner with live 

entertainment at Blazin’ M Ranch. Or take the family to Bing’s 

Burger Station and while you reminisce among the memorabilia 

reflective of the old service stations, you will have your choice of fresh 

handmade patties, sandwiches, salads, shakes, fountain drinks, root 

Altrui Restaurant 


(Located in Main Stage) 

928.301.8912 

beer floats, or a beer/cocktail. 

Acme Pizzaria 

Belfry Wood-Fired Grill & Brewery 


928.239.4595 

belfrybrewery.com 

Low Places Bar and Grill 


928.634.2263 

acmepizzaria.com 

Bing’s Burger Station 


928.852.0109 

bingsburgers.com 

Fresh burgers, sandwiches & salads. 

Shakes, cones & sodas. Cold beer & 

cocktails. Dog friendly patio. 

JJ’s Canteen 

(at Coyote Trails Golf Course) 

1480 Annas Ave., Cottonwood 

928.634.1093 

coyotetrailsgolfcourse.com/ 

jjs-canteen/ 

Good eats, cold drinks & great golf! 

Verde Valley’s best kept secret. 

American/Bar & Grills 

Flew the Coop Nashville 

Hot Chicken Shack 

1620 State Rte. 260, Ste. D, Camp Verde 

928.238.1422 

flewthecoophotchicken.com 

G’s Burgers 

1220 S. Eastern Dr., Ste. A, Cornville 

928.634.2867 

The KROW Sports Bar & Grill 


928.634.3838 

krowsportsbar.com 

564 S Main St #100, Camp Verde 

928.567.8722 

facebook.com/LowPlacesCV/ 

Good Fun. Good People. Find us 

on Facebook for the live music 

schedule & dinner specials. 

Oak Creek Brewery and Grill 

336 State Rte. 179, Ste. D201, Sedona 

928.282.3300 

oakcreekbreweryandgrill.com 

Robbers Roost Sports Bar & Grill 

1160 S. Page Springs Road, Cornville 

928.466.8366 

Verde Brewing Company 

724 N. Industrial Dr., 7a, Camp Verde 

928.567.7033 

verdebrewing.com 

Blazin’ M Ranch 

1875 Mabery Ranch Road 


928.634.0334 or 800.937.8643 

blazinm.com/dining-entertainment 

Come out to this Western Themed 

Town for an evening of western 

activities, dinner and an unforgettable 

show. Fun family activities include 

Mechanical Bull Riding, Ax Throwing 

and our Shooting Gallery! 

Johnny Rockets 

(at Cliff Castle Casino) 

555 Middle Verde Road, Camp Verde 

928.567.5158 

cliffcastlecasinohotel.com 

The Haunted Hamburger 

410 Clark St., Jerome 

928.634.0554 

thehauntedhamburger.com 



DINING 

Mexican & Southwestern 

If you are craving authentic Mexican food, the Verde Valley will deliver. 

Adriana’s Mexican Restaurant 


928.634.1466 

Ay Chihuahua Mexican Food 


928.852.4011 

Calavera Bar & Grill 


928.634.9618 

El Patio Bar & Grill 

1695 E. Cottonwood St., Cottonwood 

928.634.0158 

facebook.com/elpatiobarandgrill/ 

Gabriela’s Taco Shop & 

Fresh Garden Salsa 

1580 W. State Rte. 260, Camp Verde 

928.567.2120 

gabrielasmexicanfood.com 

Howling Coyote Cantina 

1330 E. State Rte. 89A, Cottonwood 

928.202.3669 

Tortas De Fuego 

1075 State Rte. 260, Cottonwood 

928.202.3677 

tortasdefuegosedona.com 

Cafés & Coffee 

Cafés, Diners and Coffee shops are abundant in the Verde Valley! 

Annie’s Restaurant 

660 E. Mingus Ave., Cottonwood 

928.634.4121 

Looking for a Great Place with 

Delicious Food and a Fun 

atmosphere, try Annie’s Restaurant. 

Black Bear Diner 

1041 S. State Rte. 260, Cottonwood 

928.634.8188 



928.639.9463 

caduceus.org 

Serving espresso daily after 11am. 

Sweets 

Satisfy your cravings with a sweet stop! 

Crema Craft Kitchen & Bar 


928.649.5785 

cremacottonwood.com 

Dutch Bros. Coffee 

1519 E State Rte. 89A, Cottonwood 

541.955.4700 

dutchbros.com 

Firecreek Coffee 


928.639.1234 

firecreekcoffee.com 

The Mine Café 

115 Jerome Ave., Jerome 

928.639.0123 

Old Town Red Rooster Café 


928.649.8100 

oldtownredroostercafe.com 

Violette’s Bakery Café 


928.607.6808 


Beer & Spirits 

1012 Lounge 


928.639.0800 

1012lounge.com 

3 Kings Kasbar Event Center & 

Crown Club Bottle Shop 

102 E. Pima St., Cottonwood 

928.203.6158 

3kingskasbar.com 

Main Stage 


928.202.3460 

mainstageaz.com 

Small Batch Wine & Spirits 


928.634.7678 

azsmallbatch.com 

Dinner Out 

While flavorful Mexican and Southwestern eats are a Verde Valley 

specialty, New American and European fare, predominantly Italian, 

is also abundant. 

Merkin Vineyards Tasting Room & Osteria in Old Town 

Cottonwood provides a healthy serving of Arizona ambiance 

with their made-from-scratch pastas and breads, locally-sourced 

produce, and family-produced wines. 

JT’s Steakhouse in Camp Verde serves the finest cuts of meat with 

a modern twist - offering a menu that highlights seasonal local 

ingredients. 

In Cornville, the historic and charming Up the Creek Bistro-Wine 

Bar serves up New American plates or, enjoy European-inspired 

flavors at the Manzanita Restaurant, a quaint German restaurant 

serving made-from-scratch soups and sauces with seafood, steaks 

and other specialty dishes on the menu. 

MERKIN VINEYARDS HILLTOP 

TRATTORIA - OPENING FALL 2023 

IN COTTONWOOD. 

Asylum Restaurant 

200 Hill St., Jerome 

928.639.3197 

asyluminjerome.com 

With breath taking views, the 

Asylum provides an amazingly 

fun, fine-dining experience. 

The Clinkscale 


928.634.6225 

theclinkscale.com 

Colt 804 Grill 


928.634.1140 

coltgrill.com 

Mai Thai on Main 

Authentic Thai Cuisine 


928.649.2999 

maithaionmain.net 

Authentic and delicious healthy 

Thai food, lunch & dinner. 

Closed Sunday. 

Manzanita Restaurant 

11425 E. Cornville Road, Cornville 

928.634.8851 

themanzanitarestaurant.com 

Featuring house-made German 

food, steaks, seafood & wild 

game. Serving dinner 4pm. 


Nic’s Italian Steak & Crab House 


928.634.9626 

nicsaz.com 

Pizzeria Bocce Patio Bar 


928.202.3597 

boccecottonwood.com 

Storytellers Steakhouse at 

Cliff Castle Casino Hotel 


928.567.7905 


The perfect setting for an intimate 

dinner or small group celebration. 

The Tavern Grille 


928.634.6669 

thetaverngrille.com 



And, 140 Main St., Jerome 

928.693.3516 


Freshly popped gourmet 

popcorn & made in-house 

Merkin Vineyards Gelato. 

Gayle’s Chocolates 


888.761.2626 

gayleschocolates.com 

Making delicious handmade chocolates 

since 1979. See Ad on p. 36 for 

discount. 10am-5pm Mon.-Sat. 

Rickeldoris Candy & Popcorn Company 


928.639.1340 

Walk into this quaint store and smell 

the aroma of fresh kettle corn, nostalgic 

candies, chocolates & licorice from 

Europe. 



928.821.0814 

smeltertownbrewery.com 

Finely crafted beers brewed with 

passion and creativity, served in a 

historic building. 

THAT Brewery 

300 E. Cherry St., Bldg. B, Cottonwood 

928.202.3013 

thatbrewery.com 

Verde Brewing Company 

724 N. Industrial Dr., 7a, Camp Verde 

928.567.7033 

verdebrewing.com 

Cork and Catch 

1750 E. Villa Dr., Ste. A-B 


928.649.2675 

corkandcatch.com 

JT’s Steakhouse 

348 S. Main St., Camp Verde 

928.567.2418 

jt-steakhouse.com 

Traditional Steakhouse, 

Modern Twist. Serving the 

Finest Cuts of Meat. 

Moscato Italian Restaurant 

396 S. Main St., Camp Verde 

928.567.7417 

moscatoazcom.wordpress.com 

Merkin Vineyards Tasting 

Room & Osteria 


928.639.1001 

merkinvineyardsosteria.com 

Committed to a grassroots 

approach to Italian country food 

inspired by regional ingredients. 

Up The Creek Bistro and Wine Bar 


928.634.9954 

upthecreekaz.com 

Nestled in Page Springs wine country, 

enjoy fine-dining with a view of Oak 

Creek at our friendly, rustic bistro. 



THINGS 

To Do 


633 N. 5th St. (5th St. and Main) 


928.634.0940 


Sept thru May - Experience it Live! 

Music Concerts, Theater, Comedy, 

& Art with the finest National, 

International, Regional & Local 

Performing Artists Since 2008. 

Monday Movies on Main. 

Sedona CanAm ATV Rentals 


928.202.4126 

sedonaslingshotrentals.com 

Newest ATVs at low rates. Helmets, 

goggles, maps of the trails, cooler, 

water and ice included with rental! 

Sedona Jeep Tours 


928.282.7971 

sedonajeeptours.com 

Verde Canyon Railroad 

300 N. Broadway, Clarkdale 

928.639.0010 or 877.800.7327 


A ride on Verde Canyon Railroad 

features towering, crimson cliffs; 

ancient Indian ruins and a 734-foot, 

man-made tunnel. 

Verde Valley Bicycle Company 


928.202.4941 

verdevalleybicyclecompany.com 

Vortex ATV Rental 

551 N. Main St., Ste. B, Cottonwood 

928.235.4520 

vortexatvrental.com 


6101 E Coury Dr., Camp Verde 

928.852.4161 

alcantaradventures.com 

Jeep, Horseback & Winery 

Tours in Camp Verde. 

Agave Highlands Golf 

645 S. Verde Santa Fe Pkwy., Cornville 

928.634.5454 

agavehighlandsgolf.com 

Blazin’ M Ranch 

1875 Mabery Ranch Road 


928.634.0334 or 800.937.8643 

blazinm.com 

Come out to this Western Themed 

Town for an evening of western 

activities, dinner and an 

unforgettable show. Fun family 

activities include Mechanical Bull 

Riding, Ax Throwing and our 

Shooting Gallery! 

Reservations required. 

Clarkdale Kayak Company 


800.478.4711 

clarkdalekayak.com 

Kayak the Verde River. Safe and 

fun for the family. 


555 W. Middle Verde Road 


928.567.7900 


Experience a better night out at 

Cliff Castle Casino Hotel. Closer to 

it All. 

Constant Evolution Escape Rooms 


928.593.9828 

constantevolutionescaperooms.com 

Copper Star Indoor Shooting Range 

3535 W. Sharp Shooter Way 


928.567.5300 

copperstarisr.com 

Coyote Trails Golf Course 

1480 Annas Ave., Cottonwood 

928.634.1093 

coyotetrailsgolfcourse.com 

Verde Valley’s best kept secret. 

Ghost Town Tours 

403 Clark St., Jerome 

928.634.6118 

ghosttowntours.org 

Gold King Mine & Ghost Town 

1000 Perkinsville Road, Jerome 

928.634.0053 

goldkingmineghosttown.com 

Guidance Air 

1200 Airport Road, Sedona 

928.351.1000 

guidanceair.com 

Sedona’s premier helicopter tour 

operator. Ranked #1 Outdoor 

Activity in Sedona by TripAdvisor. 

Sedona ATV 

Northern Light 

Balloon Expeditions 

Sedona 

800.230.6222 

northernlightballoons.com 

Northern Arizona's Original Balloon 

Company - FAA certified since 1974. 

Oakcreek Country Club 

690 Bell Rock Blvd., Sedona 

928.284.1660 

oakcreekcc.com 

cliff Castle Casino 

Out of Africa Wildlife Park 


928.567.2840 

outofafricapark.com 

Safari tours, entertaining & educational 

shows, animal encounters, hands-on 

interactions, shopping, and food. Lions, 

Tigers, Bears, Rhinoceros, Giraffes, 

Hyenas, Warthogs, and many others 

from cute and soft to scaly and slithery. 

Admission covers all shows and tours. 

Use promo code EXPLORE or coupon 

for savings. 

Predator Zip Lines 


(at Out of Africa Wildlife Park) 

928.567.9947 

predatorzipline.com 

Science Vortex 

Childrens STEM + Art Center 

301 N. Willard St., Room 202 


928.225.7830 

sciencevortex.org 

Sedona ATV 


928.204.0000 

atvsedona.com 

Drive your Sedona adventure. 

Top-of-the-line vehicles and gear. 

10% off with Code CW2023. 

Sedona Air Tours 

1001 W. Mingus Ave., Cottonwood 

928.204.5939 

sedonaairtours.com 

Tlaquepaque Arts & 

Shopping Village 

336 State Rte. 179, Sedona 

928.282.4838 

tlaq.com 

Tlaquepaque is a recreated 

Mexican village that hosts a 

myriad of shops and restaurants 

offering unique and unexpected 

cultural experiences. 

Tours of Jerome and the 

Verde Valley 

928.639.4361 

toursofjerome.com 

Trail Horse Adventures 

675 Dead Horse Ranch Road 


928.634.5276 or 866.958.7425 

trailhorseadventures.com 

Rides through beautiful Dead 

Horse Ranch State Park. 

Verde Adventures 

Serving the Verde Valley, Cottonwood 

928.204.6440 or 877.673.3661 

verdeadventure.com 

Have a blast on kayak or tube at the 

Verde River. 

Verde Valley Archaeology 

Center and Museum 

460 W. Finnie Flat Road, Camp Verde 

928.567.0066 

verdevalleyarchaeology.org 

Explore the history of ancient Verde 

Valley civilizations through artifacts 

and art. The Official Nonprofit Partner 

of the National Park Service for 

Montezuma Castle and Tuzigoot. 

Wild Western 

Horseback Adventures 

3885 Old Highway 279, Camp Verde 

928.285.2076 

wildwesternhorseback.com 

Perfect for all (ages 5+)! Free petting 

zoo admission when you ride with us. 

Use discount code: WESTERN10 



Distant Drums RV Resort 

Jerome 

LODGING 

Stay in the Verde Valley 

Make yourself comfortable 

in one of our hotels, motels, 

B&B's, vacation rentals, RV 

parks, or campgrounds. The 

Verde Valley has an option 

for every budget. 

Jerome Grand Hotel 

200 Hill St., Jerome 

928.634.8200 

jeromegrandhotel.net 

Jerome’s only full-service hotel - a 

welcoming beacon to bygone days. 

Little Daisy Motel 


928.634.7865 

littledaisy.com 

Stay with us! Centrally located, 

family-owned motel. 

Lux Verde Hotel 

301 W. State Rte. 89A, Cottonwood 

928.634.4207 

luxverdehotel.com 

Origins Bed & Breakfast 

5180 E. Comanche Dr., Cottonwood 

928.224.2922 

originsbedandbreakfast.com 

Park Hotel 


877.560.7701 

clarkdaleparkhotel.com 

Pines Inn & Suites 

920 S. Camino Real, Cottonwood 

928.634.9975 

pinesinnandsuites.com 

Certified Green, Tesla & EV 

Chargers, Elkay Filtered Water 

Refill, Organic Coffee In-Room, 

Large Dog Friendly (fee). 

Beaver Creek Inn & Suites 

4224 N. Montezuma Ave. 

Rimrock-Lake Montezuma 

928.567.4475 

beavercreekinnaz.com 

A family-owned, rural, village inn off 

the beaten path of Wet Beaver Creek. 

Best Western Cottonwood Inn 


928.634.5575 or 877.873.1294 

bestwestern.com/cottonwood 



928.567.6611 or 800.381.7568 


Experience a better night out at Cliff 

Castle Casino Hotel. Closer to it All. 

The Clinkscale 


928.634.5094 

theclinkscale.com 

Cottonwood Hotel 


928.634.9455 

cottonwoodhotel.com 

Days Inn by Wyndham Camp Verde 


928.852.0124 

wyndhamhotels.com/days-inn 

Ghost City Inn 

541 Main Street, Jerome 

928.634.4678 

ghostcityinn.com 

Family-owned historic hotel with 

spectacular views. Centrally 

located in Jerome. 

Holiday Inn Express 

Sedona-Oak Creek 

6176 Hwy. 176, Sedona 

928.284.0711 

ihg.com 

Iron Horse Inn 


928.634.8031 

ironhorseoldtown.com 



LODGING 

Sedona Luxury Vacation Rentals 

1785 W. State Rte. 89A, Ste. 2G 

Sedona 

928.282.2864 

SedonaLuxuryVacationRentals.com 

Representing vacation rentals in 

Sedona and the Verde Valley for 

over 30 years. 

Sedona Reál Inn & Suites 

95 Arroyo Pinon Dr., Sedona 

928.282.1414 or 800.353.1239 

sedonareal.com 

SpringHill Suites by Marriott, 


565 S. 6th Street, Cottonwood 

928.395.3697 

marriott.com/PRCCW 

All suites hotel, ideal for business 

and leisure travelers alike. 

Super 8 Cottonwood 


928.639.1888 

super8.com 

Sycamore Springs Guest House 

470 S. Merritt Ranch Road, Cornville 

928.300.6813 

ssguesthouse.com 

The Tavern Hotel 


928.639.1669 

thetavernhotel.com 

Verde Valley Extended Stay 

960 Cove Pkwy., Cottonwood 

928.634.3026 

verdevalleyextendedstay.com 

Verde Valley Inn 


928.634.3678 

verdevalleyinn.com 

The View Motel 


928.634.7581 

theviewmotel.com 

AAA, Quiet, Free WiFi, BBQs, 

Clean Rooms, Heated Pool & Spa. 

The best view in Cottonwood. 

HEALTHCARE 

Northern Arizona Healthcare 

Medical Group 

nahealth.com 

Verde Valley Medical Center 

269 S. Candy Lane, Cottonwood 

928.634.2251 

Northern Arizona Healthcare – 


1298 W. Finnie Flat Road, Ste. 110 


928.639.5555 




928.634.5551 

Christian Care Cottonwood 

859 S. 12th St., Cottonwood 

928.634.7571 

fellowshipsquareseniorliving.org 

Dedicated to providing a fulfilling 

lifestyle and promoting 

independence to those we serve. 

Cottonwood Village 


928.496.1667 

cottonwoodseniorliving.com 

Haven of Cottonwood 


928.634.5548 

havenhealthaz.com 


Sedona Campus 

3700 W. State Rte. 89A, Ste. B 

Sedona 

928.204.4944 


Village of Oak Creek 

61 Bell Rock Plaza, Ste. A, Oak Creek 

928.204.4999 

Page Springs Living 

995 Page Springs Road, Cornville 

928.649.0588 

pagespringsliving.com 

Rainbow Acres 

2120 W. Reservation Loop Road 


928.567.5231 

rainbowacres.com 

RETIREMENT & ASSISTED LIVING 

Rusty’s Morningstar Ranch 

240 S. Libby Ln, Cornville 

928.634.4784 

rmr.org 

INFORMATION 

RV PARKS & CAMPGROUNDS 


675 Dead Horse Ranch Road 


928.634.5283 

azstateparks.gov 

Distant Drums RV Resort 

583 W. Middle Verde Road 


928.554.8000 

ddrvresort.com 

Located in the central Verde Valley 

region of Arizona. 

Sunrise Resorts Page Springs Park 


928.634.4309 

sunriseresorts.com 

Turquoise Triangle RV Park 


928.634.5294 

turquoisetrianglervpark.com 

Verde Ranch RV Resort 

1105 N. Dreamcatcher Dr. 


928.567.7126 

verderanchrvresort.com 

Verde Valley RV & Camping Resort 

6400 E. Thousand Trails Road 


888.481.6348 

thousandtrails.com 

Best of Europe-Adult Home Care 

1632 E. Coconino St., Cottonwood 

928.634.2856 

bestofeurope.net 

Quality assisted living in the heart of the 

Verde Valley. 

Carefree Assisted Living Center 

22 S. 7th St., Cottonwood 

928.649.9624 

carefreeassistedlivingcenter.com 

Verde Valley Manor Retirement 

Center 

3400 E. Godard Road, Cottonwood 

928.646.6040 

verdevalleymanor.com 

Verde Valley Assisted Living 


928.634.4278 

Mountain VU RV Park & Self Storage 

11295 Cornville Road, Cornville 

928.639.2984 

mountainvurvpark.com 

Zane Grey RV Village 

4500 E. Hwy. 260, Camp Verde 

928.567.4320 

zanegreyrv.com 

Dead Horse Ranch Park Cabins 

Rio Verde RV Park 


928.634.5990 

rioverdervpark.com 



INFORMATION 

Was just labeled "parks" 

REAL ESTATE/RELOCATION 

Aspen Ridge Apartments 


928.639.3388 

aspenridgeliving.com 

One, Two, & Three Bedroom 

Apartment Homes. Clubhouse, Pool, 

Fitness Center, and Covered Parking. 

Legacy Sedona Realty 

625 Golf Club Way, Sedona 

928.260.5098 

legacysedonarealty.com 

Our Team has local area knowledge to 

represent your real estate journey in 

Sedona. 

Coldwell Banker Northland 

1075 S. State Rte. 260, Ste. D 


928.634.9536 

cwbanker.com 

Top selling office in the Verde Valley. 

Mandalay Homes 

1955 Commerce Center Circle #A 

Prescott 

928.325.2319 

MandalayHomes.com 

Mountain Gate in Clarkdale, 

There’s a Certain Energy Here. 

Foothills Property Management 

868 Cove Pkwy., Ste. 3, Cottonwood 

928.634.7507 


928.282.9533 

FPMSedona.com or 

FoothillsRentals.com 

One-stop company for all your rental 

management, purchase and listing 

needs! Largest residential and 

vacation property management 

company in the area. 

Inspire Communities - On the Greens 

1133 Nicklaus Dr., Cottonwood 

928.569.9909 

inspirecommunities.com/communities/ 

onthegreens 

55+ Gated Golf Course living. 

Inspire Communities - Pine Shadows 

2050 W. State Rte. 89A, Cottonwood 

928.642.9236 

inspirecommunities.com/communities/ 

pine-shadows 

55+ Gated resort style living. 

Miramonte at Mesquite Hills 

Mesquite Hills Dr., Cottonwood 

928.714.6969 

MiramonteHomes.com 

Building the finest homes across the 

state of Arizona since 1992. 

Sedona Luxury Vacation Rentals 

1785 W. State Rte. 89A, Ste. 2G, Sedona 

928.282.2864 

SedonaLuxuryVacationRentals.com 

Representing vacation rentals in Sedona 

and the Verde Valley for over 30 years. 

Tahona Epperson - Coldwell 

Banker Northland Real Estate 


Tahona 928.300.2123 or 

Connie 928.821.0771 

cwbanker.com 

Top selling office in the Verde Valley. 





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