Verde Village

Trail 9705 runs 2.4 miles over native dirt, with no paving and no surfaced tread. Grades sit in the 8 to 10 percent band, so the climbing is steady rather than gentle. Hikers, riders on horseback, and people on bicycles may all use it. Motorized vehicles are not among the listed uses. It is rated trail class 2, which means a basic route with light construction and few built features. The Verde Ranger District of the Prescott National Forest manages it. Check with the ranger district for current conditions, since washes and storms change dirt tread quickly. Carry water and wear shoes with grip.

Riders on an ATV share this one with people on foot, on a bicycle, and on horseback, so expect to meet motorized traffic. It runs 3.07 miles on native dirt, with grades in the 5 to 8 percent range, which makes for a moderate and fairly even pull. Trail 0546 is rated class 3, a step more developed than a rough footpath, with a wider and better defined tread. The Verde Ranger District of the Prescott National Forest manages it. Dirt tread can wash out after a storm, so ask the ranger district about conditions before a long ride. Yield rules matter here, since users travel at very different speeds.

At 7.67 miles, this is the longest of the routes in the Verde Ranger District listed here, and the grades are the steepest band on offer at 10 to 12 percent. The tread is native dirt throughout. Hiking, horseback riding, and bicycles are the allowed uses, and motors are not on that list. Trail 0114 is rated class 3, so the tread is better defined than a rough path, though length and grade still make it a full outing. The Prescott National Forest manages it. Start early in warm months, carry more water than you think you need, and ask the ranger district about conditions first.

Burgers and other fast food are served at 2560 East Rio Mesa Trail in Cottonwood. The doors open at 6 a.m. and close at 11 p.m., and those same hours hold every day of the week, Monday through Sunday. There is a drive through for people who would rather stay in the car, and food can be ordered to take away. The phone number is (928) 634-5338. Early risers will find it open before most of the shops nearby. Holiday hours can differ from the regular schedule, so a quick call before a late night or early morning visit saves a wasted trip.

Subway is a fast food sandwich shop at 1100 AZ-260 #D-14 in Cottonwood. It makes sandwiches to order, and you can take your food to go. The shop is open from 08:00 to 22:00, which makes it an option for an early lunch or a late snack. It sits on AZ-260, handy for people driving through Cottonwood. Call (928) 634-5501 to check today's hours or to ask about a large order for a group. The store page on the Subway website lists the menu and may let you order ahead for pickup.

Burgers and other fast food are served at 1180 South Highway 260 in Cottonwood. Two sets of hours apply. The later closing runs from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m., while the earlier one runs from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m., so the counter and the drive up window do not always shut at the same time. Those hours are listed Monday through Saturday. Food can be ordered to take away. The phone number is (928) 639-1261. Sunday hours are not posted, so call before heading over at the end of the week. A quick call also settles which window is open late on any given night.

Lodging is offered at 920 Camino Real in Cottonwood. Dogs are welcome, which matters to travelers who would rather not board a pet for the trip. Rooms can be asked about by phone at (928) 634-9975, or by email at info2@pinesinnandsuites.com. Rates, room types, and the cancellation policy are not posted here, so call or write to ask what is open on your dates. It is a motel rather than a large resort, and it also draws visitors headed toward Sedona. Booking ahead is wise during busy weekends, when small properties in the area fill early and little is left for walk in guests.

Rooms are offered at 993 South Main Street in Cottonwood, close to the main road through town. The phone number is (928) 634-5575. Rates, room types, pet rules, and what is included with a stay are not posted here, so call or use the hotel website to check what is open on your dates. Asking directly is also the way to find out about late arrival, parking for a trailer, or an accessible room. Weekends and event dates fill first in this part of the valley, so book early if your trip is set. Confirm the cancellation terms at the time you reserve.

Mountain View Preparatory School is a public school in Cottonwood, Arizona. It serves kindergarten through eighth grade, listed as KG-08. It is part of the Cottonwood-Oak Creek Elementary District, district number 4487. It is a regular school and not a charter school. The address on file is 2939 E Del Rio Dr, and the phone number is (928) 649-8144. Our facts come from the NCES CCD public school directory for the 2023-2024 school year, so anything newer may have changed. We do not have office hours, enrollment counts, or a website for this school yet. Call the office to check grade levels and registration dates before you go.

Classes are held at 1500 South Monte Tesoro Drive in Cottonwood. The office can be reached at (928) 634-7039. Grade levels served, bell times, and the boundary for the area it draws from are not posted here, so call the office or check the school website for the current year. Registration paperwork, bus routes, and the calendar of breaks also change from year to year, and the office is the place to confirm them. Parents new to the area should ask what proof of address is needed before enrolling a child. Pickup and drop off traffic is heavy at the start and the end of the day.

American food is served at 1041 South Highway 260 in Cottonwood, and breakfast is part of what draws people in. This is a sit down restaurant rather than a counter service stop, so plan on table seating and a server. The phone number is (928) 634-8188. Daily opening and closing times are not posted here, so call ahead if you are coming very early or late, or on a holiday. Weekend mornings tend to be the busiest stretch for any breakfast place, and a wait is possible. Ask about seating for a larger group when you call, rather than arriving and hoping for a big table.

Services are held at 1377 East Hombre Drive in Cottonwood. This is a Christian place of worship, in the Mormon tradition. The phone number is (928) 600-8020. Meeting times, ward boundaries, and the schedule for weekday activities are not posted here, so call to ask which meetings you are welcome to attend and when they begin. Times often shift between seasons and between the units that share one building, which is why a call beats a guess. Visitors are generally welcome at a meetinghouse, but asking first is polite. Ask also about parking and about entrances if you need step free access to the building.

Coffee is the business at 1010 South Main Street in Cottonwood. Drinks and food can be ordered to take away, which suits a quick stop on the way through town. The phone number is (928) 499-2716. Opening and closing times are not posted here, so call before an early morning or late evening visit. A cafe like this one is a common meeting spot, and seating can fill during the morning rush. If you need a large order for a meeting or a group, phone it in ahead of time rather than waiting at the counter. Parking is shared with the other businesses along the street.