Paddle the Waterways in Prescott

Prescott, located at a height of 5,300 feet, is a year-round resort with a variety of outdoor recreational options. Whiskey Row, located downtown, is well-known for its taverns and live music establishments. The Sharlot Hall Museum preserves the area's pioneer history. The Smoki Museum displays items from the Southwest's indigenous peoples. Watson Lake, to the northeast, is home to hundreds of bird species, and a network of pathways winds among the granite boulders that dot its coastline. Its magnificent lakes are great for paddling, boating, and fishing, in addition to more than 400 kilometers of hiking and mountain biking.

Get out on the water at Watson Lake, which features a breathtaking panorama of granite hills and rocks that ring the canals. While swimming is not permitted, kayaking and canoeing are popular activities at Watson Lake Park from spring to fall. In its gorgeous pine mountain backdrop, the Lynx Lake Recreation Area is also a fantastic site for kayaking or picnicking, while the 15-acre Goldwater Lake is a family-friendly spot with facilities. Willow Lake Park in the Granite Dells is a popular spot for kayaking, canoeing, and bird watching.

Check out some of Prescott's other top attractions after your outdoor excursions. Explore downtown's historic streets, where you can see Victorian residences, turn-of-the-century saloons on Whiskey Row, and a variety of community activities held in the bustling Courthouse Plaza.

Address: Arizona, United States

Website: www.prescott-az.gov