This Arizona Small Town Is One Of The Coolest In The Country

Arizona is chock full of small towns perfect for a day visit or to find a brand new home. Living ghost towns, quaint historic towns, and teeny tiny towns still close to their agricultural roots dot the landscape, so there’s a little something for everyone. Here’s a look at one town in Arizona’s mountains that you will love!

Pinetop-Lakeside sits in the heart of the White Mountains and is the perfect example of a picturesque mountain town!

alan madrid/Flickr A drive along State Route 260 between Payson and Springerville means you’ll drive right through Pinetop-Lakeside. With a population of roughly 4,300, this town gives you a chance to escape everyday life and relax in a small town atmosphere.

The activities you can do here are numerous, especially if you love any reason to head out into nature! Hiking, camping, and horseback riding are just the start of the list.

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Head out to one of the nearby lakes for boating or fishing, a relaxing way to spend a morning or afternoon.

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Skiing at Sunrise Park Resort is a fun winter activity! In other seasons, you can ride the lift for a bird’s-eye view of the forest below.

Visit Pinetop-Lakeside AZ/Facebook

Spend your weekend in a rustic cabin where you can feel like you’re alone in the woods.

Whispering Pines Resort/Yelp

In the morning, grab a hearty breakfast at Darbi’s Cafe!

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Head over to the Lion’s Den Bar & Grill to relax with a cold drink and a burger.

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Or if you’re craving something a little nicer for dinner, try Salt Restaurant for tasty pastas, seafood, or a filet.

Salt Restaurant & Wine Bar/Facebook

And, if you’re looking to do a bit of shopping, check out one of the local shops like the Gingerbread House.

The Gingerbread Cabin/Facebook

Can you think of a more relaxing way to spend a weekend that looking at this scene right here? Beautiful!

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For more information about visiting Pinetop-Lakeside and their local events, check out their website, pinetoplakeside.com.

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A drive along State Route 260 between Payson and Springerville means you’ll drive right through Pinetop-Lakeside. With a population of roughly 4,300, this town gives you a chance to escape everyday life and relax in a small town atmosphere.

Devon Christopher Adams/Flickr

Visit Pinetop-Lakeside AZ/Facebook

Whispering Pines Resort/Yelp

M B./Yelp

Christopher H./Yelp

Salt Restaurant & Wine Bar/Facebook

The Gingerbread Cabin/Facebook

Want to check out another cool little town? Read about Tubac in You’ll Never Forget A Visit To One Of The Oldest Towns In Arizona.

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