One of Arizona’s most beautiful & historic destinations
Prescott may only be 90 miles from the Phoenix Metro Area but it feels a world away when you’re exploring the more than 450 miles of trails, numerous lakes, golf courses and one-of-a-kind natural wonders like the Granite Dells. Yavapai County ranks number one out of all 15 Arizona counties for healthy behaviors, and 90 percent of the population has health insurance as well as access to recreation and fitness facilities.
Voted as “One of the coolest downtowns in North America” by Expedia, Prescott features the Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza, which is surrounded by a man-made urban forest in the heart of a thriving historic district. Area attractions include the nationally recognized Western art show at the Phippen Museum of Art and Heritage of the American West, the Whiskey Off-Road mountain bike race, two-day bluegrass festival and numerous events surrounding the “World’s Oldest Rodeo” performances in early July. With its exceptional quality of life and affordable cost of living coupled with easy access to Phoenix and close proximity to abundant nature, Prescott could be one of the best places to live in Arizona.
Touted by Arizona publications as well as national magazines like Time and Sunset as one of the very best places to live in the U.S. because of its value, charm, and ease of living, the city of Prescott offers amazing outdoor living, four mild seasons, abundant scenery and a vibrant, active community. Situated 5,400 feet above sea level in the mountains of north central Arizona, this old West mining town is now a popular active-adult retirement community but is welcoming to residents of all ages.