Julee's Guidebook

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Julee's Guidebook

Hiking

The world's largest natural travertine bridge can be experienced at this gorgeous park located north of Payson in Arizona's famed Rim Country. Tonto Natural Bridge State Park is loaded with hiking trails, local wildlife, and mind blowing experiences of the bridge itself.
It is 7.3 miles about a 15 minute drive from the cabin. Since it is a state park, pets are not allowed. But it is worth the views!
164 locals recommend
Tonto Natural Bridge State Park
Nf-583A
164 locals recommend
It is 7.3 miles about a 15 minute drive from the cabin. Since it is a state park, pets are not allowed. But it is worth the views!
It is 20 miles about a 29 minute drive from the cabin and worth the hiking trails and swimming spot, kid and pet friendly (dogs must be leashed)
48 locals recommend
Water Wheel Falls Hiking trail
48 locals recommend
It is 20 miles about a 29 minute drive from the cabin and worth the hiking trails and swimming spot, kid and pet friendly (dogs must be leashed)
1.3 miles from the cabin, pet friendly trail, with multiple distance/difficulty trail options with some elevation. View meadows, pine woodland, lots of wild flowers, wildlife and beautiful views. AZT Pine trailhead and Pine Canyon Trail No. 26 - Only a short portion of this trail is on the Coconino National Forest, proceeding over the edge of the Mogollon Rim, with the longest portion on the Tonto National Forest. This trail offers a scenic view of Pine, Arizona, and surrounding area. Ferns grow along the banks of Pine Creek. Trailhead sign also presents distances to other trails nearby and is a part of The Arizona Trail which is a 790-mile non-motorized trail traversing the entire State of Arizona. The trail is open to hikers, equestrians, and mountain bikers (except where prohibited). Trail users need to be responsible for their own safety and preparedness. In some cases, route finding skills and the ability to cope with unexpected situations such as weather, natural hazards, venomous creatures and lack of water are essential. For more information contact the Arizona Trail Association or visit the web site at aztrail
30 locals recommend
Pine Trailhead
Highline Trail
30 locals recommend
1.3 miles from the cabin, pet friendly trail, with multiple distance/difficulty trail options with some elevation. View meadows, pine woodland, lots of wild flowers, wildlife and beautiful views. AZT Pine trailhead and Pine Canyon Trail No. 26 - Only a short portion of this trail is on the Coconino National Forest, proceeding over the edge of the Mogollon Rim, with the longest portion on the Tonto National Forest. This trail offers a scenic view of Pine, Arizona, and surrounding area. Ferns grow along the banks of Pine Creek. Trailhead sign also presents distances to other trails nearby and is a part of The Arizona Trail which is a 790-mile non-motorized trail traversing the entire State of Arizona. The trail is open to hikers, equestrians, and mountain bikers (except where prohibited). Trail users need to be responsible for their own safety and preparedness. In some cases, route finding skills and the ability to cope with unexpected situations such as weather, natural hazards, venomous creatures and lack of water are essential. For more information contact the Arizona Trail Association or visit the web site at aztrail
Fossil Creek (FOR HIKERS) Fossil Creek Wild and Scenic River can be accessed via the Bob Bear Trailhead about 20 minutes drive north of the cabin. The 8-mile hiking trail begins at an elevation of 5,700 feet and descends 1,500 feet over 4 miles into the Fossil Creek canyon. The steep trail rewards visitors with access to one of Arizona's most spectacular riparian areas. Advance permits are required to park a vehicle in the Fossil Creek permit area April 1-October 1. You can find out more up to date info on closures and get permits online.
15 locals recommend
Fossil Springs Trail
15 locals recommend
Fossil Creek (FOR HIKERS) Fossil Creek Wild and Scenic River can be accessed via the Bob Bear Trailhead about 20 minutes drive north of the cabin. The 8-mile hiking trail begins at an elevation of 5,700 feet and descends 1,500 feet over 4 miles into the Fossil Creek canyon. The steep trail rewards visitors with access to one of Arizona's most spectacular riparian areas. Advance permits are required to park a vehicle in the Fossil Creek permit area April 1-October 1. You can find out more up to date info on closures and get permits online.

Food scene

Pet and kid friendly patio with outdoor games. Great craft beers and good food! 1.1 miles about a 3 minute drive or a 20 minute walk from the cabin.
69 locals recommend
THAT Brewery & Pub
3270 AZ-87
69 locals recommend
Pet and kid friendly patio with outdoor games. Great craft beers and good food! 1.1 miles about a 3 minute drive or a 20 minute walk from the cabin.
Best pizza! Kid and pet friendly patio with outdoor games. Amazing service, wood fire pizza, salads, deserts and beverages on the menu. 0.7 miles about a 3 minute drive or a 14 minute walk from the cabin.
87 locals recommend
Old County Inn
3502 AZ-87
87 locals recommend
Best pizza! Kid and pet friendly patio with outdoor games. Amazing service, wood fire pizza, salads, deserts and beverages on the menu. 0.7 miles about a 3 minute drive or a 14 minute walk from the cabin.
Now called “The Weekender” Wonderful bar and great food with outdoor patio as well. Close by in the cute town of Strawberry. 3.9 miles about an 8 minute drive from the cabin.
10 locals recommend
The Bear
7783 Ralls Dr
10 locals recommend
Now called “The Weekender” Wonderful bar and great food with outdoor patio as well. Close by in the cute town of Strawberry. 3.9 miles about an 8 minute drive from the cabin.
Great bar scene and food! A 3 minute drive from the cabin.
38 locals recommend
Pinewood Tavern
6112 Hardscrabble Mesa Rd
38 locals recommend
Great bar scene and food! A 3 minute drive from the cabin.
Now called “Pine Provisions” is a bottle shop & tasting room that also offers a solid selection of beers and wines to go as well as many other lovely provisions such as: Cannoli, pastas, sauces, charcuterie options to go. Pet friendly patio. Friendliest staff!
22 locals recommend
Pine Deli
6240 Hardscrabble Mesa Rd
22 locals recommend
Now called “Pine Provisions” is a bottle shop & tasting room that also offers a solid selection of beers and wines to go as well as many other lovely provisions such as: Cannoli, pastas, sauces, charcuterie options to go. Pet friendly patio. Friendliest staff!
A 7 minute drive from the cabin into the sweet little town of Strawberry! Delicious pies.
23 locals recommend
PIEbar AZ
5096 Arizona 87
23 locals recommend
A 7 minute drive from the cabin into the sweet little town of Strawberry! Delicious pies.
Pine fudge shop! Payson has one too so if you love fudge you have quite the selection to choose from.
22 locals recommend
Pine Creek Fudge Ice Cream & Espresso
3617 Arizona 87
22 locals recommend
Pine fudge shop! Payson has one too so if you love fudge you have quite the selection to choose from.
Excellent fish & chips in Payson. Kid and pet friendly patio.
7 locals recommend
Mike's Fish and Chips
516 S Beeline Hwy
7 locals recommend
Excellent fish & chips in Payson. Kid and pet friendly patio.
Best breakfast spot in Pine, 3 minutes from the cabin! Has a pet friendly patio.
37 locals recommend
The Early Bird
3618 AZ-87
37 locals recommend
Best breakfast spot in Pine, 3 minutes from the cabin! Has a pet friendly patio.

Shopping

Fudge shop in Payson, their gelato and cookies served warm are amazing too!
8 locals recommend
Sweet Country Charm Fudge & Gifts
618 N Beeline Hwy
8 locals recommend
Fudge shop in Payson, their gelato and cookies served warm are amazing too!
At The Rusty Pine Cone you will find unique gifts, rustic cabin decor, outdoor yard art, souvenirs and much much more! Come experience this one of a kind shop and snap a picture in their photo stand-ins depicting elk and bears! If you're feeling adventurous then hop on one of their electric bikes to explore the town of Pine! You can rent them by the hour, half day or full day. Explore the outdoors, capture the majestic elk in their natural habitat, and view the breathtaking rim country scenery! Try some soft serve ice cream, homemade chili dogs or fresh squeezed lemonade from Elky’s stand!
13 locals recommend
The Rusty Pine Cone
3788 AZ-87
13 locals recommend
At The Rusty Pine Cone you will find unique gifts, rustic cabin decor, outdoor yard art, souvenirs and much much more! Come experience this one of a kind shop and snap a picture in their photo stand-ins depicting elk and bears! If you're feeling adventurous then hop on one of their electric bikes to explore the town of Pine! You can rent them by the hour, half day or full day. Explore the outdoors, capture the majestic elk in their natural habitat, and view the breathtaking rim country scenery! Try some soft serve ice cream, homemade chili dogs or fresh squeezed lemonade from Elky’s stand!
0.9 miles about a 3 min drive or 17 min walk from the cabin. The Honey Stand was opened in 1980 to sell local honey and other products. They sell six kinds of pure honey as well as natural jams and homemade salsas. What once was started as a roadside stand has now been turned into a retail store. Stop by and try their delicious products! My personal favorite is their chocolate covered peanut clusters. ☺️ As well as honey samples they offer.
16 locals recommend
The Honey Stand
3691 AZ-87
16 locals recommend
0.9 miles about a 3 min drive or 17 min walk from the cabin. The Honey Stand was opened in 1980 to sell local honey and other products. They sell six kinds of pure honey as well as natural jams and homemade salsas. What once was started as a roadside stand has now been turned into a retail store. Stop by and try their delicious products! My personal favorite is their chocolate covered peanut clusters. ☺️ As well as honey samples they offer.
Pine Creek Lavender Farm brings new life to a historic farm with a gorgeous field of lavender plus a farm store and cooking and baking school as well as special events. Check them out online for more information. They are pet friendly too!
31 locals recommend
Pine Creek Canyon Lavender Farm
4223 Pine Creek Canyon Dr
31 locals recommend
Pine Creek Lavender Farm brings new life to a historic farm with a gorgeous field of lavender plus a farm store and cooking and baking school as well as special events. Check them out online for more information. They are pet friendly too!
10 locals recommend
Tymeless Antiques & Treasures
Hardscrabble Mesa Road
10 locals recommend
Farmer’s Market May 27- September 16 Every Saturday Morning 8am-Noon Sawmill Crossing Plaza 816 S. Beeline Hwy Payson, AZ 2021 & 2022 Best Local Event - Rim Country 2012 & 2013 Small Business of the Year Finalists - Rim Country Business Awards
10 locals recommend
Payson Farmers Market
816 S Beeline Hwy
10 locals recommend
Farmer’s Market May 27- September 16 Every Saturday Morning 8am-Noon Sawmill Crossing Plaza 816 S. Beeline Hwy Payson, AZ 2021 & 2022 Best Local Event - Rim Country 2012 & 2013 Small Business of the Year Finalists - Rim Country Business Awards
So N So Mountain Boutique is a cute, trendy clothing and accessory boutique for women, men and children. They offer great quality apparel and also carry local handmade accessories.
So N So Mountain Boutique
So N So Mountain Boutique is a cute, trendy clothing and accessory boutique for women, men and children. They offer great quality apparel and also carry local handmade accessories.
Adorable shop with everything 70’s era! From The Dirty Hippie: Sprinkled with Sunflower dust from 1969 and wrapped loosely in a psychedelic tapestry, on a cold winter night, The Dirty Hippie wandered aimlessly into the 21st century... Inspired by lucid flashbacks, he began stockpiling retro inspired vendibles to dispense amongst the many like-minded devotees who had learned of his musings. Once he accumulated a vast representation of counterculture oddities and essentials, he searched for an outpost where he could share his collections with any free spirit or new age traveler that sashayed by....
The Dirty Hippie
Adorable shop with everything 70’s era! From The Dirty Hippie: Sprinkled with Sunflower dust from 1969 and wrapped loosely in a psychedelic tapestry, on a cold winter night, The Dirty Hippie wandered aimlessly into the 21st century... Inspired by lucid flashbacks, he began stockpiling retro inspired vendibles to dispense amongst the many like-minded devotees who had learned of his musings. Once he accumulated a vast representation of counterculture oddities and essentials, he searched for an outpost where he could share his collections with any free spirit or new age traveler that sashayed by....

Bar scene

A fun dive bar with great bar food!
A fun divey bar with great bar food! Saturday 10am-2am Sunday 10am-10pm Monday 10am-10pm Tuesday 10am-10pm Wednesday 10am-10pm Thursday 10am-10pm Friday 10am-2am HOLIDAY HOURS MAY DIFFER!
19 locals recommend
Sportsman's Chalet
5087 AZ-87
19 locals recommend
A fun divey bar with great bar food! Saturday 10am-2am Sunday 10am-10pm Monday 10am-10pm Tuesday 10am-10pm Wednesday 10am-10pm Thursday 10am-10pm Friday 10am-2am HOLIDAY HOURS MAY DIFFER!