Graham County offers an abundance of outdoor recreation possibilities, making it a great place to visit.
Graham County has over 4 million acres of National Forest and protected Wilderness lands, pristine high desert beauty, the lush Gila Valley, and towering pines on Mount Graham. Graham County is filled with so many things to do in its terrific little communities and has some of the most beautiful scenic terrain in the entire Southwest. It’s no wonder first time visitors frequently come back for more… naturally!
For fishing, swimming and camping take the family to Roper Lake State Park. Try tubing or rafting down the Gila River or a long, relaxing soak in the hot springs & mineral baths around the county. Head to the Black Hills Backcountry Byway for biking, birding, fishing or wildlife viewing.
Rock hounds love the Round Mountain Rockhound and Black Hills Rockhound Areas. Hiking trails and campgrounds are available throughout the area.
Discovery Park & the Mt. Graham International Observatory is another don't miss attraction in Graham County where you can visit the worlds most powerfull telescope!
Graham County is also the home of Arizona's Salsa Trail which is all about terrific Mexican food and down-home friendliness. Sprinkled through the small Graham County communities are a dozen Mexican restaurants, a family owned tortilla factory and a lady who grows chilies who have all joined together to make up the Salsa Trail®. In a world where change seems constant, the constant on the Salsa Trail is good food and consistency of service that spans decades. There is an annual SalsaFest every September where people compete for the title of best salsa!
Whatever you're looking for you'll find it here!
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