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May 1st, 2026 to Dec 31st, 2026

Sierra County was formed from parts of Yuba County in 1852. The county derives its name from the Sierra Nevada.

May 1st, 2026 to Dec 31st, 2026

The county was established in 1917, partitioned from Canyon County. It was named after the Payette River, which was named after French-Canadian François Payette.

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Walk on sidewalks & a desert trail. See desert flora & fauna as well as a view of the fountain for which Fountain Hills was named. It sprays a 300-500 foot plume of water for 15 minutes each hour.

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Explore Rotary Park, cross London Bridge, & pass many shops. Bridge built in the 1840’s to cross London’s Thames River; disassembled in the 1960’s & brought to Lake Havasu City & reassembled.

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Modified route 2024. Walk passes AZ Capitol building & grounds (numerous veterans memorials), several museums, ASU downtown campus, Chase Field (AZ Diamondbacks) and even a bit of shopping.

NO STARTBOX. Natural desert surfaces with ups & downs so wear sturdy shoes. See a variety of desert flora & fauna at any time of year-wildflowers should be especially plentiful after some winter rain.

Enjoy a lovely walk through beautiful Encanto Park and tree-lined streets of vintage homes in the Roosevelt, Encanto, Palmcroft and Willo Historic Districts.

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Enjoy the historic sights of Prescott, a one-time Arizona capital, county seat & mining town—see historic buildings & homes, antique shops, saloons & restaurants.

In addition to getting that elusive “Q” for your alphabet challenge, visit tiny & unique museums as well as the many swap meets and shops.

Enjoy this walking route that takes you along the Arizona Canal, through the 5th Avenue shopping district, the Scottsdale Mall (an open park-like area), & Chaparral Park.

Walk to the Chapel of the Holy Cross, then choose from the Mystic Trail or through the residential area to see the uniqueness of the Sedona countryside.

Enjoy a walk through residential and areas of tourist shops with beautiful red rock formations in the distance.

Walk Bell Rock Pathway allows views of Bell Rock, Courthouse Butte & other landmarks. Bell Rock is considered one of Sedona’s spiritual vortex centers.

Enjoy a walk on landscaped concrete pathways with views of beautifully maintained golf courses with cascading waterfalls, and homes in this large Del Webb community.

The route explores Surprise Park (fishing lake, dog park, etc.), passes the Surprise Tennis Complex, Ottawa University, Dreamcatcher Park, and Surprise Stadium.

Hike on natural desert trails. Be on the lookout for desert wildlife and ancient petroglyphs. A wet winter in the desert makes for prime viewing of desert wildflowers in the spring.

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Enjoy a walk through this historic wild west town & visit the Pioneer Cemetery & Jail Tree. Visit the Desert Caballeros Western Museum and local shops.

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