Rediscovering America: Arizona Edition
-Prescott, Arizona-
Prescott. Arizona
Distance: 98.8 miles Travel Time: 1 hour 49 minutes Phoenix, AZ to Prescott, AZ
Watson Lake
One of two reservoirs at the Granite Dells. Formed in the early 1900's when the damn was built on Granite Creek.
Granite Mountain & Granite Basin Lake
7,628 foot mountain that covers 12 square miles. Once known as Mount Gurley. Located in the Granite Mountain Wilderness, northern end of the Sierra Prietas, and to the west borders Skull Valley to the west.
Fort Whipple
Once a U.S. Army Post that served as Arizona Territory’s capital prior to the founding of Prescott. Founded by Edward Banker Willis in December of 1863 and originally named Camp Clark.
Constellation Trails
Series of trail loops with more level ground. Also has marked trails for mountain biking vs. hiking.
Sharlot Hall Museum
Open-air museum and heritage site opened in 1928 as the Gubernatorial Mansion Museum. The museum is dedicated to preserving the history and culture of the Central Highlands of Arizona.