swimming holes

Grasshopper Point is prime spot for cliff jumping

Of all of the swimming holes around the Verde Valley, it can be argued that Grasshopper Point in Oak Creek Canyon is the most complete package.A bit of everything that someone would want in a quality summer’s day spent...

Beat the heat with a shaded swim at Bull Pen

Camp Verde is home to one of the best, most accessible swimming holes in the Verde Valley: Bull Pen.A short hike and a number of forks take adventurers to the spot. Visitors must beware of their navigation, as a...

If you can’t take the heat, go to a swimming hole

Traveling on SR 89A through Oak Creek Canyon provides nice scenery and even a lesser-known spot or two to grab a bite to eat.But amongst the trees and winding pavement are some swimming holes that attract day-trippers and long-distance...

Sycamore Canyon offers shaded area for relaxation

With the passing of the days, temperatures in the Verde Valley will continue to rise as spring turns to summer. Perhaps they will not be as blisteringly high as the Phoenix area, but nonetheless the desire for a place...

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