BackCountry Safaris & Tours, LLC is the only authorized Tour Company on the White Mountain Apache Reservation. They will take you to places that no one else can go. Five tours are available from May through late October.
Wildlife Safaris- Travel deep into the White Mountain Apache Reservation on a viewing and photo safari in search for the Tribe's abundant wildlife including eld, antelope, dee black bear and turkey
Salt River Tour
Ft. Apache Tour
Echo Tour
Williams Creek Fish Hatchery Tour
(928) 521-3646 - www.backcountrysafaris.us
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The White Mountains offers a vast array of hiking trails, from the White Mountain Trail System of over 200 miles of interconnecting loop trails to shorter more local trails. Be sure to take a map for more rural hikes, wear appropriate shoes, check weather conditions and don't forget to bring water.
| Maps In Hand | Contact for Maps | |
| White Mountain Trail System | TRACKS Map | www.tracks-pinetop-lakeside.org |
| Apache-Sitgreaves Natl. Forest | Pocket Guide | www.pinetoplakesidechamber.com |
Shorter In Town Hikes
Mogollon Rim Overlook
- Directions: On South side of Rte 260, between Wagon Wheel and Lakeside (Joy's
Furniture and Foxworth Galbraith), look for sign.
Big Springs Environmental Study Area
- Directions: Turn South on Woodland Road, go approx. 1 mile. You will see a parking area on the left.
Jacques March Wildlife Area
- Directions: In Show Low, go to the east end of town, last traffic light and turn left onto
Rte. 77. Go approx. one mile and see sign on right
Woodland Lake Park
- Directions: In Lakeside, turn South on Woodland Lake Road. Go approx. 2 miles until road "T's",turn Left and travel approx. 2 more miles until you see signs on left for Woodland Lake Park. There are 2 entrances.
- Guided trail ride. Ask for Kicker to be your guide. He is wonderful with the kids.
- Approx. 35 minute drive from Pinetop-Lakeside
- Prearranged Cowboy Cook-Outs for 6 or more
- Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner Rides
- Other prearranged activities: Hay rides, Holiday events, Custom Outings
- Winter Fun includes: Riding in the snow and sleigh rides
- Contact: (928) 735-7449 www.sunriseskipark.com/horsebackrides.shtml
- Guided trail ride
- Located in Lakeside. On Rte. 260 turn North on Porter Mountain Rd. Go 3 miles and see stables on left.
- 10% discount when you present coupon provided by Spring Hill.
- Contact: (928) 368-5306
- Contact: (928) 735-7454 or www.sunriseskipark.com/horsebackrides.shtml
Snowy Mountain Stables
Favorite Ride !!! Located close to Sunrise, 9000 ft. A "breathtaking" ride high on the mountain in Douglas Fir and Blue Spruce.
Porter Mountain Stables
Fireworks over Sunrise Lake
- Directions: From Pinetop-Lakeside go east on Rte 260. At Sunrise Ski Park turnoff turn right. Follow the traffic or look for signs for Sunrise Lake.
Fireworks at Show Low High School
- Directions: In Show Low turn right at Burger King. Go to stop sign and turn left. Show Low High School will be on the right.
The Aspens on the mountain change late September - October. A drive up to higher elevations to view the changing season and a stop in Greer to have lunch at Molly Butlers or the Greer Lodge makes for a wonderful day.
Another way to enjoy the Fall Foliage is to go horseback riding at Blue Sky Stables, located close to Sunrise Ski Park. The ride is breathtaking !!!
There are over 40 lakes within 40 miles in the White Mountains. Venture out on your own, rent a boat, hire a special guide, or visit a fish hatchery. To help you plan your fishing outing we've provided helpful links and phone numbers.
Fishing Licenses
Requires an AZ Fish & Game License with trout stamp. Special family permits are available at local AZ Fish & Game offices.
Apache Reservation - www.hon-dah.com- Day permits are available at local bait shops or at Hon-Dah general store.
Fishing Services
| *Bob's Fishing Service - | (928)369-2179 |
- Bob has a 6th sense for where the fish are. Many guests have come back with a
string of fish and big cheshire grin !! Bob provides the boat, tackle
and bait and if you want - he'll take the fish off the hook for you. Give Bob a call for an appointment.
*Bob offers $5 off his hourly rate when you present the Bob's Fishing Service coupon provided by Spring Hill.
| Skier's Edge - Paradise Anglers | (928)367-6200 | www.skiersedgepinetop.com |
- Offers fly fishing lessons, gear, apparel and guide services.
Float Tube - Explore lakes from a different angle. www.paradisecreekanglers.com
| Hookedup Guide Service | www.hookedupguideservice.com |
Trophy Fishing
Christmas Tree Lake, on the Apache Reservation. Catch and release. $25/day permit required. Purchase at Hon-Dah General Store.
Lakes With Boats
| *Rainbow's End on Rainbow Lake | (928)368-9004 |
*Special Discount when you present coupon provided by Spring Hill!
| Big Lake (for boat and motor reservations only) | (928)521-1387 |
Williams Creek Fish Hatchery
Open from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. weekdays and occasionally open on weekends. Directions: Go South of Hon-Day 4 miles on Hwy 73. Turn left 9 miles on a good dirt road. Picnic facilities are available, no permit required.
Annual Fathers Day Fishing Contest
In June. Check the calendar of events at the chamber www.pinetoplakesidechamber.com
| VFW 2364 and Ladies Auxiliary Woodland Lake Park Boat Dock Prizes, trophies, free hot dogs and Pepsi |
Museums
| Show Historical Society Museum | (928) 532-7115 |
| Open Tues- Sat, 11:00-3:00, March-November | 541 E. Deuce of Clubs, Show Low |
| Pinetop-Lakeside Museum | (928)368-8123 |
| Open Tues and Thur, 10:00-2:00 | 1360 Neil Hansen Lane, Lakeside |
| Stinson Museum - Snowflake | (928)536-4331 |
| www.snowflaketaylorchamber.com | |
| Taylor Museum - Taylor | (928)536-4331 |
| www.snowflaketaylorchamber.com | |
| Little House Museum - West of Eager | (928)333-2286 |
| www.springerville-eager.com |
90 minute guided tour includes historical memorabilia and authentic stories of mountain lore. Open during summer months and by reservation only during other months. Reservations suggested.
Directions: From Pinetop-Lakeside go east on Rte. 260. After you descend off the mountain and in a mile or two look for sign and South Fork Road, turn right. Go approx.three miles to the museum.
Historic Buildings
| Historic Homes - Snowflake-Taylor | (928)536-4331 |
| www.snowflaketaylorchamber.com | |
| Log Cabin - Snowflake-Taylor | (928)536-4331 |
| www.snowflaketaylorchamber.com |
So much of the White Mountains is entwined with the Apache Reservation. Our borders touch from east to west, we share our business communities.
Explore:- Ft. Apache Nature Trail
Apache Village
Ft. Apache Historic Site - features Geronimo exhibit
Kinishba Ruins - guided tour
Apache Rodeo in September
Contact: WM Apache Office of Tourism
- (928)338-1230
WM Apache Culture Center and Museum
Search the web: White Mountain Apache Reservation
The Navajo Nation is immense encompassing the 4-corners of Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado and Utah. By lodging in the White Mountains and using it as a base camp one can take day trips and explore some of the sites. If time permits, a 2 day tour will enable you to visit Keams Canyon, Hopi Cultural Center, Navajo National Monument, Navajo Code Breakers exhibit in Kayenta at the Burger King Restaurant, Monument Valley, Canyon de Chelle and a stop at the Hubbell Trading Post . An overnight in Kayenta is suggested if you do the two day tour.
For information on these beautiful sites and wonderful people
Search the web: Navajo Nation, AZ
| Brochure | www.pinetoplakesidechamber.com |
| (928)367-4290 |
The Zuni's were the first humans Coronado saw on his trek from Mexico City to find the 7 Cities of Gold. Their reservation is just over the border in New Mexico. Explore their culture and visit their trading posts. Drive another half hour to El Morro, visit the small museum and hike to the top of the mesa to view the Ancestral Puebloan Ruins. Along the way, look for petroglyphs and signatures of Conquistadors in the sandstone cliffs.
Directions: Take Rte. 60 east out of Show Low. At the "Y" turn left on Rte. 61. Go through the town of St. John's. Stay on this road. You will go through the very eastern edge of the Painted Desert. Look for sign on right to Zuni. You might want to stop and explore. El Morro is 35 miles east of Zuni, NM. Approx. drive time - 2 1/2 hours
- Zuni Reservation
Zuni Indians
El Morro
Reading Material: Glory, God and Gold - an account of Coronado's exploration for the 7 Cities of Gold.
| Located at Sunrise Ski Park | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm | Adults $10 |
Late May thru Labor Day |
Juniors $5 |
