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about 1.25 million acres, the Prescott
National Forest borders three other
National Forests in Arizona: the Kaibab, the
Coconino and the Tonto. Roughly half of the
forest lies west of Prescott, in the Juniper,
Santa Maria, Sierra Prieta and Bradshaw
Mountains. The other half of Prescott
National Forest lies east of Prescott and
takes in the Black Hills, Mingus Mountain,
Black Mesa, and the headwaters of the
Verde River.
Prescott National Forest is laced with
hundreds of miles of hiking, biking and
horseback riding trails, as well as camping
sites throughout the Forest. For more
information about Prescott, call 800-266-
7534 or go to www.visit-prescott.com.
Prescott Has More to Offer!
From the great outdoors to art and artifacts,
Prescott's history is well documented.
Prescott was the Arizona Territory's original
capital and is now home to the World's
Oldest Rodeo. Prescott's four museums
bear witness to this area's Native American,
military, and western pioneer history
and heritage and a must see for visitors.
Downtown's historic Whiskey Row still
houses saloons patronized by old west
legends like Wyatt Earp and Doc Holliday.
In the heart of downtown, Courthouse
Plaza, is the fulcrum of activity in Prescott.
During the summer months, the elm
shrouded venue beats to five nights of free,
live entertainment. The plaza also hosts
community events, arts, crafts, and car
shows. Courthouse Plaza was named one
of the Top Ten Public Spaces in the United
