The city of Prescott, Arizona, located in the mountains about 100 miles north of Phoenix, was Arizona’s first territorial capital. Begun as a mining town, Prescott has a wealth of history. It’s the home of the world’s oldest, continuously running rodeo and the site of more than 600 buildings on the National Register of Historic Places.
Whiskey Row pays homage to the Western era when stagecoaches and outlaws tore up the streets. The street is lined with saloons and restaurants, many dating back more than 100 years. There, you’ll find the Palace, Arizona’s oldest restaurant and bar. The movies Junior Bonner and Billy Jack were filmed at the Palace.
If you’re all about outdoor recreation, there are five lakes within a 10-mile radius and hundreds of miles of hiking trails. An added bonus is that temperatures are much cooler than the Phoenix area so physical activity isn’t as grueling. Prescott is easily accessible from the Grand Canyon and Phoenix; consider saving a few days of your vacation to spend in Prescott.
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Hi — nice write-up on Prescott, but just where is that picture located? I do a lot of photography (and blogging) around and about Prescott & would love to get to that location!
GrannyJ
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