Top 10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Cottonwood, Arizona (AZ)

March 2, 2022 Darleen Reid

Cottonwood is a city in Yavapai County, Arizona, United States. According to the 2010 census, the population of the city is 11,265.
Restaurants in Cottonwood

1. Verde Valley Olive Oil Traders

1002 N Main St, Cottonwood, AZ 86326-3530 +1 928-634-9900 [email protected] http://www.vvoliveoil.com
Excellent
87%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 193 reviews

Verde Valley Olive Oil Traders

Our retail store, located in the center of the Historic District of Old Town Cottonwood, has become a dream come true that started for us in the spring of 2010. Main Street in Old Town Cottonwood is a pedestrian friendly two blocks of historic looking shops that include four wine tasting rooms, featuring Arizona's finest wines, popular restaurants, an artesian bakery, and an eclectic collection of clothing, antique and specialty shops. Each of our 20 varieties of olive oils are specifically selected and imported from both the northern and southern hemispheres to provide our in-store guests and on-line shoppers with the most recently produced and healthiest oils available anywhere. We only purchase our fresh olive oils in small batches to insure ultimate freshness. This is why our selection of imported olive oils will change from season to season. We also import a variety of white and red balsamic condiment vinegars from Modena, Italy. Each of these are aged up to 18 years produced using the traditional Solera method yielding a rich smooth product unlike balsamic vinegars found in your grocery store. We have also sourced and sell a delicious White Truffle Oil (Liquid Gold) and Black Truffle Sea Salt along with other unique culinary delights. If you are looking for a gift but aren't sure what to buy - we offer gift certificates good towards any purchase - and they never expire! Check our website often as there is always something new, including seasonal products and recipe and gift ideas.

Reviewed By L8870UZcarole

Always a friendly store to visit and sample vinegars and oils. We bought the Peach Balsamic and Sicilian Lemon vinegars. Love them and will be back for more!

2. Dead Horse Ranch State Park

675 Dead Horse Ranch Rd, Cottonwood, AZ 86326-3711 +1 520-634-5283 http://azstateparks.com/dead-horse/
Excellent
60%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
1%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 452 reviews

Dead Horse Ranch State Park

A scenic park that belies its ominous name and is best known for bird watching, camping, canoeing, hiking and horseback riding. Dead Horse Ranch State Park is located adjacent to and across the Verde River from the community of Cottonwood. It is centrally located near several major population centers such as Flagstaff, Phoenix, and Prescott. When using Dead Horse Ranch as a base, one has a variety of attractions to visit, including: Jerome State Historic Park, Fort Verde State Historic Park, Red Rock State Park, Slide Rock State Park, Tuzigoot National Monument, Montezuma Castle and Well National Monuments, Oak Creek Canyon, Prescott National Forest, Coconino National Forest, and the popular towns of Sedona and Jerome.

Reviewed By 138elisey - Sedona, United States

This is THE largest, most well tended, most verdant and useable community public park in Arizona. The Verde River is visually accessible from several spots in the park, in addition to the "duck lagoons" that are home to thousands of migrating water fowl. There are several well maintained trails around the lagoon and locals are found fishing there just about year round.The "Frisbee golf" course is in a beautiful wooded area giving it quiet the challenge for the sports enthusiast as well as for state wide tournaments. the "temporary RV and camping sites" are in high demand because of the consistently clean individual sites, the reasonable rates and quiet. A well trained personable staff makes using the part a pleasure. The "per day" and annual pass are more than worth the money.

3. Historic Old Town Cottonwood

North Main Street, Cottonwood, AZ 86326 +1 928-649-1649 [email protected] http://www.cottonwoodchamberaz.org/guide-to-cottonwood
Excellent
56%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 819 reviews

Historic Old Town Cottonwood

Historic District of Cottonwood Arizona

Reviewed By RobinM3355

Located just 16 miles from Sedona and a short drive off I-17, Old Town Cottonwood is a hidden gem for shopping and dining. Old Town boasts some of the largest antique stores in the area and has an impressive selection of dining options. You can easily spend an entire day wandering through the treasure trove of shops. Put Old Town Cottonwood on your list of places to visit!

4. Old Town Center for the Arts

633 N 5th St, Cottonwood, AZ 86326-6730 +1 928-634-0940 [email protected] http://www.oldtowncenter.org/
Excellent
69%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
3%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 29 reviews

Old Town Center for the Arts

Providing the finest in live entertainment in the verde valley. Concerts by the best local and national musicians and artists. Conveniently located in old Town Cottonwood, this intimate, vintage venue is a gem.

5. South by Southwest Adventures

Excellent
83%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
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Poor
2%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 42 reviews

South by Southwest Adventures

Offering guided kayak tours on the Verde river, lake paddles, rappelling, team building, various classes and group activities in the Verde Valley area and other parts of Arizona. From basic to adventurous, we have it all!

6. Clemenceau Heritage Museum

1 N Willard St, Cottonwood, AZ 86326-3651 +1 928-634-2868 [email protected] http://www.clemenceaumuseum.org/
Excellent
58%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
0%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 38 reviews

Clemenceau Heritage Museum

Reviewed By Maggie_NHam - Nottingham, United Kingdom

An interesting museum. Seems to be a former house turned school. Originally owned by a Frenchman, Colonel Clemenceau and bought by his friend Mr Douglas when he fell on hard times. The museum has a bit of bio info on the founder and also Mr Douglas. The museum has info on the origins of Cottonwood and mining in the area. Also, artefacts from 1920s/30s onwards, such as domestic appliances, business and telecoms equipment, bit of jewellery, clothing. And there's a school room. There's also a fab railway museum built 25 years ago by enthusiasts displaying the 7 railway companies that operated here. The museum is run very pleasant and knowledgeable volunteers. Admission is free but donations are welcomed, suggest a minimum of $7-8 would be in keeping with local ones.

7. Arizona Stronghold Vineyards Tasting Room

1023 N Main St Old Town Cottonwood, Cottonwood, AZ 86326-3516 +1 928-639-2789 [email protected] http://www.azstronghold.com
Excellent
76%
Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 274 reviews

Arizona Stronghold Vineyards Tasting Room

Nestled in the heart of Old Town Cottonwood, this historic location is an ideal home for Arizona Stronghold's Tasting Room. Our guests enjoy the quirky and fun yet relaxed setting while enjoying some of the finest handcrafted wine that Arizona has to offer. Featuring wine tasting flights daily, a delicious skewer and tapas menu, live music Fridays, local art, and a great staff. Open everyday of the year.

Reviewed By 649emilyg - North Ogden, United States

We had a very enjoyable experience at Arizona Stronghold vineyards. The white wine flights were fantastic and the cheese plate was the best! Our service was impressive.. fun friendly knowledgeable staff! Loved the casual atmosphere and Wines were delicious. Would highly recommend!

8. Larry's Antiques & Things

796 N Main St, Cottonwood, AZ 86326-3639 +1 928-639-1822 [email protected] http://www.larrysantiques.com
Excellent
63%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 166 reviews

Larry's Antiques & Things

Larry's is the biggest, best and most unique antique store you'll ever find! "From tea cups to tractors", we have two acres of odd, unique and hard to find items. We love antique farming equipment, wagons, mining cars, gas pumps, signs, tools, car parts, furniture, lighting fixtures, collectables, house wares and more. At Larry's Antiques we buy, sell, trade and consign.

Reviewed By KenB76 - Memphis, United States

Larry's Antiques & Things in Old Town Cottonwood (next door to Bing's) is probably the biggest antique "store" I've ever visited (and I love to antique). I say "store" because the place is massive - maybe three or four buildings, plus everything outside - all in one location. Then there's all the "stuff" they have at Larry's, Small items, antique items, huge items - tractors, for example. The place is cool just to walk around and say, "I remember those..." If you visit downtown Cottonwood, stop in at Larry's.

9. Blazin' M Ranch

1875 Mabery Ranch Rd Adjacent to Dead Horse Ranch State Park, Cottonwood, AZ 86326-6751 +1 928-634-0334 [email protected] http://www.blazinm.com/
Excellent
71%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 886 reviews

Blazin' M Ranch

Located along the Verde River in Cottonwood, Arizona, the historic Blazin' M Ranch has invited visitors of all ages to experience the Western heritage of Arizona for nearly two decades and is a must-do attraction during your visit to Sedona and the Verde Valley! Featuring mouth-waterin' BBQ ribs and chicken and a toe-tappin, knee-slappin' hour-long Western stage production by award-winning musicians, the Blazin' M is the perfect venue for groups of all sizes. Open year round, except January, the climate-controlled barn accommodates 2 to 280 cowpokes! Guests are invited to arrive between 5:00 and 5:30PM in plenty of time before dinner and show and be immersed in the Old West complete with a museum, Old-Tyme photo studio, shooting gallery, ropin' lessons and Western shops filled with unique gifts. Belly up to the bar in the Copper Spur Saloon and partake in a local microbrew or area wine. Enjoy one of the most authentic and fun-filled adventures that Arizona has to offer by including the Blazin' M Ranch in Cottonwood as part of your Northern Arizona itinerary. Located just 20 minutes from Sedona, 5 minutes from the Verde Canyon Railroad and 90 minutes North of Phoenix.

Reviewed By pb7711111111111111 - Riverside, United States

great throw back venue, fabulous customer service with extremely friendly staff, good vittles and top notch entertainment - lots to do before dinner and the show including a tractor ride around the property, shops, a saloon and some side activities if you choose

10. Jim & Ellen's Rock Shop

1019 N Main St, Cottonwood, AZ 86326-3538 +1 928-649-1938 http://www.jerockshop.com
Excellent
61%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
4%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 28 reviews

Jim & Ellen's Rock Shop

Reviewed By bandie101 - Mesa, United States

My mother in law is a “rock hound”. We knew that she would love the rock shop. It’s very well organized with rocks and minerals labeled She loved every moment we were there. The couple ( and their sweet little dogs) are very friendly and informative.

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