Clarkdale

Parsons Trail runs 3.3 miles on native material, with grades of 8 to 10 percent, so there is real climbing packed into a fairly short distance. It is rated trail class 2, a built path that still holds loose rock and uneven footing. The route is numbered 144 and is managed by the Red Rock Ranger District of Coconino National Forest. Footwear with grip helps on the steeper pitches. Carry water, because none is posted along the route, and plan turnaround time so you are not finishing in the dark. Check with the ranger district for closures and conditions first.

RR Draw Trail runs 3.27 miles near Clarkdale, in the Bradshaw Ranger District of Prescott National Forest. It is trail number 0068. The typical grade is 10 to 12 percent, so expect sustained climbing rather than a level walk. It is class 2, on native material. Hiking, horses and bicycles are all listed as allowed uses. A draw is a drainage, which means this is a route that follows low ground and can change after storms. There is no listing for conditions or trailhead details, so check with the district office before heading out, especially in monsoon season.

Deadman Pocket Trail runs 5.2 miles through the Bradshaw Ranger District of Prescott National Forest, near Clarkdale. It is trail number 0117. The typical grade is 12 to 20 percent, which is the steep end of what we list anywhere in the area, so treat the distance as slower than it looks on paper. Native material underfoot, class 2. Hiking and horses are the allowed uses. Bicycles are not listed. Carry more water than you think you need for a climb this sustained, and check the forest for closures before heading out, because district conditions change with weather and fire.

Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church meets at 330 Scenic Drive in Clarkdale, and draws people from Clarkdale and Cottonwood. Worship times are not posted here, and they often shift around holidays and through the summer, so call (928) 634-4102 or check the church site before a first visit. Ask what time the service starts, whether there is a midweek gathering, and what happens with children during worship. Newcomers usually want to know about parking, how long the service runs, and how people dress, and a short phone call settles all of that before you go.

Saint Cecilia Catholic Mission is a roman catholic church at 850 Main Street in Clarkdale. The map data marks it as a christian place of worship, and a mission usually means it is served from a larger parish rather than having its own full-time staff. We do not have a phone number for it, which matters, because there is no number here to call about service times. We also do not have office hours or a mailing address beyond the street. Ask at a nearby parish if you need the current schedule, and we will add times once we can confirm them.

St. Thomas of the Valley Episcopal Church is a christian congregation of the episcopal tradition, at 889 1st South Street in Clarkdale. Service times are not posted here and they shift with the season and with holy days, so call (928) 634-8593 or check the church site before planning a first visit. Ask about the times, whether there is a midweek service, and what to expect if you have not attended before. Newcomers often want to know about parking, seating and whether children stay in the service, and a quick call answers all of that ahead of time.

Arizona Radiant Landscapes LLC is a landscape and hardscape company listed in Clarkdale, Arizona. The crew installs paver patios and walkways, retaining walls, irrigation, gravel, fire pits and outdoor living spaces, and does grading and site preparation for homes and for commercial property. The business is listed as licensed, bonded and insured, and shows a contractor license number on its own site. Estimates are free. Hours run from early morning to evening every day of the week. The listed service area covers Clarkdale, Cottonwood, Cornville, Camp Verde, Village of Oak Creek and Sedona, and the company also lists work elsewhere in northern Arizona. Call or email to request an estimate.

Arizona Botanical Gardens is a retail plant nursery at 1011 Wildhorse Ln in Clarkdale. The website says it specializes in cactus, succulents and low water plants suited to the local climate, and keeps a stock of cold hardy cactus. Staff help customers pick plants for a project, and there are display gardens on site for ideas. Pottery and garden planters are sold too, including Asian planters, Mexican talavera, German terracotta and work by local artisans. Listed hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day, and the website repeats that as open 9-5 daily. Call (928) 634-2166 to check on a holiday.

Chowis Scape does landscaping work, with hardscaping and irrigation as the licensed trade. The contractor holds AZ ROC license ROC 351883, classification CR-21 Hardscaping and Irrigation Systems, and it was active when checked on 2026-09-20. That classification covers patios, walls, walkways and watering systems rather than general building. The number is (480) 843-9234. Before hiring, confirm the license is still active and ask that the number appear on the written bid. It also helps to ask how long a job of your size takes, who does the work on site, and what happens if a watering line fails later.

R&M Roofing and Construction is a local, family owned roofing company listed on East Cochise Street in Clarkdale, Arizona. The company does residential and commercial roofing, from small repairs to full roof replacements. The company is listed as licensed and insured. Hours start early in the morning Monday through Friday, with an early close on Friday, a short Saturday morning, and closed Sunday. The service area covers Clarkdale, Cottonwood, Jerome, Cornville, Camp Verde and Sedona, and the company also lists work outside the Verde Valley. A contact form, a phone number and an email address are all listed for setting up a job.

Fresh Roof of Northern Arizona works on roofs for homes in Clarkdale, Cottonwood and Sedona. The pitch on its website is roof rejuvenation rather than a full tear-off, sold as a lower-cost way to add years to a roof. Free quotes are offered, and the site advertises a $100 referral payment. The site lists the contractor as licensed, bonded and insured under ROC# 351897, which you can check with the state before signing anything. One thing to know: The only address listed is the word Cottonwood, so this is a service business with no storefront to visit. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call (928) 301-9404.

Rags Roofing is a roofing company with an office at 609 Main St in Clarkdale. The office is open from 7 in the morning to 3 in the afternoon, Monday through Friday. It is closed on Saturday and Sunday. Call (928) 649-0537 to ask about a roof repair, a leak, or a new roof. Before any roofing job, it is smart to ask for a written quote, ask when the crew can start, and ask how long the work will take. You can also ask the company for its contractor license number and check it with the state.

10-12 Lounge is a bar at 910 Main Street in downtown Clarkdale. It opens at 10 in the morning every day of the week and stays open until midnight. There is seating outside when the weather is nice. The website lists events and specials, so it is a good place to look before a visit to see what is going on that week. To ask a question, call (928) 295-0345 or send an email to info@1012lounge.com. Hours and details can change, so it is a good idea to call and check before you make the trip.

Clarkdale Newstand is a bar at 911 Main St in Clarkdale. It is open Thursday through Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., and closed on Wednesday, so plan around that one day. The number is (320) 214-8112 and email goes to info@clarkdalenewstand.com. Since it opens late morning, it covers lunch as well as the evening. Call ahead for a larger group, and ask about food service hours, which sometimes end before the bar closes. Special events and any holiday closures are worth checking before you drive over, because the posted weekly schedule does not cover them.

Buena Vista The Discovery Connection is a child care center at 1615 North Main Street in Clarkdale. It holds an Arizona DHS child care center license, number CDC-10530, and it can care for up to 43 children. These details were checked on 2026-09-23. Because the center is small, spots may fill up fast. Call (928) 301-7958 to ask about openings, the ages it takes, hours, and weekly costs. A visit before you enroll is a good way to see the space, meet the teachers, and ask how the day is planned. Bring a list of questions so you do not forget any.

N.A.C.O.G. - Yavapai Head Start is a child care center at 601 Black Hills Drive in Clarkdale. It holds license CDC-6622 from AZ DHS as a Child Care Center. The center has room for up to 51 children. The license details were checked on 2026-09-23. Head Start programs often have rules about which families can join. Call (928) 634-8308 to ask who can sign up, how to apply, what the hours are, and if there is a wait list. Having your child's age and your questions ready will help make the call go quickly.

Clarkdale Lodge offers lodging at 23 North 11th Street in Clarkdale, a short walk from the middle of town. Guests also use it as a base for trips to Jerome and Sedona. To book or to ask a question, call (928) 634-5037 or write to info@ClarkdaleLodge.com. There is no posted front desk schedule, so arrange arrival time when you reserve rather than showing up late and hoping. Ask about room types, how many people each sleeps, whether a kitchen is included, and the cancellation terms. Rates move with the season here, so compare dates if your travel plans are flexible.

Taawaki Inn offers lodging at 441 S. Broadway St. in Clarkdale, and guests use it as a base for Cottonwood, Jerome and Sedona as well. To book or ask a question, call (928) 365-9668 or write to hankarensdesigns@gmail.com. There is no posted desk schedule, so agree on an arrival time when you reserve instead of turning up late without notice. Ask what room types exist, how many each sleeps, what is included in the morning, and what the cancellation terms are. Rates here move with the season, so compare a few dates if your travel plans can bend.

Clarkdale Historical Society and Museum sits at 900 1st North Street, Clarkdale, AZ 86324. The phone number is (928) 649-1198. It is open Wednesday through Saturday, and the times are not the same every day. Wednesday runs 10:00 to 13:00. Thursday, Friday and Saturday run 11:00 to 14:00. So it is closed Sunday, Monday and Tuesday, and every open day is a short afternoon window. Plan around that. Map records tag it as a museum. A listing from the cottonwood-chamber-directory suggests it also belongs under nonprofits. We do not have an admission price, a website, or a description of what is on display, so call ahead if that matters to you.

The Arizona Copper Art Museum is at 849 Main Street in Clarkdale and shows objects made of copper. It is open every day from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and closes on Christmas Day and New Year's Day. Admission is $11 for an adult, $10 for a senior, veteran or student, $5 for youth aged 10 to 17, and $3 for a child aged 5 to 9. The number is (928) 649-1858. Allow an hour or more if you read the labels, and call ahead around holidays. Ask about group rates and about access if stairs are a problem for anyone in your party.