AOT Office of Tourism 2014

ACCELERATE THE ADVENTURE BY VISITING ARIZONA’S LESS TRAVELED DESTINATIONS.

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BUCKLE UP AND LET’S GO! Remnants of ancient civilizations. Legendary ghost towns. Jaw-dropping scenery. And heartpounding excitement. Make a few stops along the open road and you’ll see that Arizona’s small towns spell big adventure. Map out your next trip using the points of interest found here in our handy driving guide. And then take off for parts less known.

LAKE HAVASU – 192.82 MILES FROM PHOENIX PLUNGE INTO EXCITEMENT Cast an anchor in Lake Havasu, which rests along the Colorado River’s beautiful shoreline and boasts 60 continuous miles of lake and river waterways. A magnet for water sports like boating and waterskiing, and known as the “Personal Watercraft Capital of the World,” Lake Havasu offers legendary fun and actual history—you can find the relocated 1831 London Bridge here—a landmark imported from halfway around the world.

WILLIAMS – 177.59 MILES FROM PHOENIX GET YOUR KICKS

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NOGALES – 178.81 MILES FROM PHOENIX BORDERING ON FANTASTIC Within lush Santa Cruz County lies Arizona’s largest international border city, Nogales, a place where American Indian, Hispanic and Anglo cultures add flavor and history to a city that maintains its small town charm and Old West ranching traditions. It’s also a great place to pick up some unique finds, with a vibrant downtown shopping area offering everything from artisanal pottery and copperware to Paul Bond boots.

Get your kicks on the longest stretch of Route 66 with a visit to Williams, an historic and charming Western town located in the cool pines of Northern Arizona.

Here, Route 66 runs right through downtown and offers a hearty dose of Americana with authentic Route 66 signage, diners, vintage car shows and shops filled with nostalgia. Williams also sits at the end of the century-old Grand Canyon Railway line, which makes daily trips to the park’s South Rim.

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BISBEE – 206.93 MILES FROM PHOENIX A FAVORITE HAUNT

YUMA – 184.47 MILES FROM PHOENIX OUTSTANDING IN ITS FIELD Yuma’s the place for serious fun under the sun. In fact, it’s certified by Guinness World Records as the sunniest city in the world. It’s also become a popular destination for agritourism, with half-day Field to Feast agriculture tours sprouting up, allowing visitors to pick their own produce and have culinary students from Arizona Western College turn it into a delicious and healthy lunch. It’s your recipe for food, fun and a full stomach!

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Bisbee was the “queen of the copper camps” and became the largest city between St. Louis and San Francisco during its mining heyday. It was home to the bawdy Brewery Gulch, then a stretch of rowdy saloons that today house modern brew pubs, hotels and restaurants. Bisbee boasts stunning Victorian architecture, a mild year-round climate and one-ofa-kind shops. Don’t miss the town’s Queen Mine Tour and its guided ghost hunts.

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SEDONA – 115.80 MILES FROM PHOENIX THIS PLACE ROCKS!

FLAGSTAFF – 144.47 MILES FROM PHOENIX CHANGE YOUR ALTITUDE

Brave a four-wheel-drive Pink Jeep Tour into Sedona’s vivid red rock backcountry to get breathtaking views of the unique landscape and explore ancient American Indian ruins tucked into the canyon walls.

Your guide provides running commentary on fascinating eco-historical experiences that adds to the breathtaking, heartpounding excitement. Whether you’re seeking rugged adventure, American Indian history and culture or panoramic vistas, there’s an off-the-beaten-path tour just for you.

Looking for the perfect mountain getaway? Look no further than Flagstaff. This charming alpine haven is full of must-see places—including its historic downtown. Visitors enjoy century-old buildings, which have been converted into locally owned boutiques, art galleries and restaurants. For specialty beer aficionados, Flagstaff is known as the craft beer hub of the Southwest—with four signature breweries located right downtown.

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WHITE MOUNTAINS – 227.30 MILES FROM PHOENIX ENJOY “PEAK” SEASON The White Mountains area of eastern Arizona is a high-country, pine-scented retreat dotted with alpine lakes.

The region is home to the White Mountain Apache Reservation, owners of Sunrise Park Resort ski area. You’ll also find the communities of Pinetop-Lakeside, Springerville, Eagar and Greer here, the latter of which boasts Molly Butler Lodge—the oldest lodge in Arizona. Get away from big-city distractions and enjoy quieter pursuits like camping, fishing, hiking and horseback riding, all amid spectacular scenery.

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SIERRA VISTA – 188.63 MILES FROM PHOENIX MOUNTAINS OF FUN Outdoor lovers will find a lot to love about the community of Sierra Vista in Southern Arizona.

The average year-round temperature is a balmy 77 degrees, thanks to an elevation of 4,600 feet and surrounding mountains that reach as high as 9,500 feet. Its diverse climate zones are home to abundant wildlife habitats and it’s a great place for bird watching, hiking, mountain biking, camping, rock climbing and horseback riding.

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