12 Activities
Weekend Road Trip to Prescott: Nature Landscapes and History
Starts from
Phoenix
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Activities
12
Duration
2 days
Length
35 mi
Guide details
Starts from
Phoenix
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Duration
2 days
Length
35 mi
- History and Culture
- Natural Attractions
- Adventure
Nathan Lemin
Travel Expert
- Spend time on the water at Watson Lake.
- Explore Arizona's history at Sharlot Hall Museum.
- Get to know Native American artefacts at the Museum of Indigenous People.
Prescott, Arizona, has a small-town charm with all the amenities of a bigger city. On your route, you will experience all the best the Central Arizona Highlands has to offer. From experiencing natural spaces like Watson Lake and the Highlands Center to delving into Native American history, this trip will be both exciting and relaxing. And foodies rejoice: Prescott is home to a fantastic farmers market and great local restaurants that emphasize farm-to-table cuisine. The higher elevation makes Prescott great to visit even well into the summer!
Categories
- History and Culture
- Natural Attractions
- Adventure
Prescott, Arizona, has a small-town charm with all the amenities of a bigger city. On your route, you will experience all the best the Central Arizona Highlands has to offer. From experiencing natural spaces like Watson Lake and the Highlands Center to delving into Native American history, this trip will be both exciting and relaxing. And foodies rejoice: Prescott is home to a fantastic farmers market and great local restaurants that emphasize farm-to-table cuisine. The higher elevation makes Prescott great to visit even well into the summer!
Nathan Lemin
Travel Expert
- Spend time on the water at Watson Lake.
- Explore Arizona's history at Sharlot Hall Museum.
- Get to know Native American artefacts at the Museum of Indigenous People.
Travel itinerary
6 Activities
Day 1
5 mi1 mi
Exploring Watson Lake and Arizona's History in Prescott
Get into town and get on the Lake. Watson Lake serves as a beautiful setting for a kayak ride, before heading into town for lunch and exploration. Spend some time delving into Arizona's history at an unusual museum, and then settle down at a historic hotel in the evening.
6 Activities
Day 2
29 mi
Local Produce and Landscapes in Prescott and Beyond
Start your day off with local vegetables and vendors at the Prescott Farmers Market. Then, meander to the Museum of Indigenous People before the Highlands Center for Natural History. Both will teach you about the region in important ways. Finish your day with a hidden kiln and delicious Thai food.