Non-profit sanctuary dedicated to the rescue of non-releasable native and exotic wildlife, including black bears, mountain lions, and raptors. Reduced admission rates for seniors, military, and individuals with disabilities. Packed dirt and gravel paths with frequent benches and resting gazebos overlooking Willow Lake.
Yavapai County's Free and Discounted Activities Directory
Discover free admission days, library Culture Pass destinations, and low-cost community recreation across Prescott, Prescott Valley, Camp Verde, Cottonwood, Clarkdale, Jerome, and the Verde Valley.
Animal Sanctuaries & Wildlife Encounters
Non-profit animal sanctuaries, rescue preserves, and native habitat viewing.
Nature Walks, Lakes & Riparian Preserves
Accessible lakeshore loop paths, wetlands sanctuaries, and scenic river trails.
Scenic city recreation area featuring level decomposed-granite and packed-dirt trails skirting Willow Creek and shoreline wetlands. Popular for accessible birdwatching and wildlife viewing with shaded ramadas, picnic grounds, and paved parking lots.
55-acre reservoir in the Prescott National Forest surrounded by ponderosa pines. The West Shore features a wide, barrier-free paved path with lakeside resting benches, accessible fishing docks, and boat ramp. Day-use fee is waived for holders of the America the Beautiful Interagency Access Pass.
Riparian greenway along the Verde River featuring three stocked fishing lagoons. Offers flat, accessible dirt and paved trail loops around the water basins, wheelchair-accessible fishing platforms, and extensive cottonwood shade.
Archaeology, Mining & Regional History
Ancient Verde Valley archaeological ruins, pioneer territorial centers, and historic mining towns.
State-of-the-art museum preserving ancient indigenous ceramics, rare textiles, and archaeological tools excavated throughout the Verde Valley. Culture Passes valid for 2 free general admissions. Single-story, fully barrier-free layout with accessible restrooms and wide gallery aisles.
4-acre open-air heritage campus preserving Arizona's territorial history. Features the original 1864 Governor's Mansion, historic log structures, rose gardens, and transport exhibits. Paved and decomposed-granite outdoor pathways connect all historic buildings; interior museum galleries are fully accessible.
Preserves four original 1870s adobe buildings from the Central Arizona Indian Wars period, including the main headquarters, doctor's quarters, and officers' quarters. Flat dirt and gravel pathways around the central parade ground; main museum building features street-level ramp access.
Housed in the 1916 adobe mansion of mining magnate James S. Douglas, perched above the Verde Valley. Features mineral displays, a 3D model of underground mine shafts, and historic mining equipment. Elevator provides access between exhibition floors.
Preserves the agricultural, industrial, and social history of the Verde Valley. Highlights include an extensive working model railroad display depicting the United Verde copper line and a replica 1918 schoolroom. Level entry throughout the building.
Western Art, Architecture & Creative Centers
Western bronzes, regional fine art galleries, and experimental arcology communities.
Dedicated to Western art, cowboy culture, bronze sculptures, and regional landscapes. Culture Passes grant 2 free general admissions. Level parking directly adjacent to the entrance ramp; wide, barrier-free galleries with loaner manual wheelchairs available on request.
Paolo Soleri's world-famous experimental arcology community exploring architecture fused with ecology. Culture Pass checkout requires an advance telephone or online reservation prior to arrival. Visitors with mobility considerations should note the desert hillside terrain includes steps, natural grades, and gravel pathways.
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