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Area Information
The town of Payson, situated in the heart of Arizona, offers an array
of amenities for the residents of Chaparral Pines. The area's beautiful
natural surroundings make it easy to see why this quaint town is renowned
for its picture-perfect setting and ample recreational activities - and
it's only an hour-and-a-half drive from downtown Phoenix. Whether you
want to play a round of golf, or venture through the steep hills of the
Mogollon Rim, opportunities abound.
Natural
beauty of Payson
- Hike more than
240 miles of Forest Service trails in the Tonto National Forest.
The forest hugs the side of the Mogollon Rim, which extends for 200
miles. If you'd rather drive the rim, venture out on Rim Road, which
offers 42 miles of mountain-clinging terrain that climbs to more
than 8,000 feet.
- Utilize the
2.9 million acres of the Tonto National Forest for picnicking, camping,
boating, fishing, horseback riding and hunting.
- Visit the world's
largest natural travertine (calcium carbonate), Tonto National Bridge
Creek, only 10 miles north of Payson.
- Enjoy three
lakes, four miles of walking paths and a children's playground at
Green Valley Park.
Other
activities in and around Payson
- The Rim Country
Museum illustrates the history of the area through attractive displays,
artifacts and stories.
- Explore the
area's prehistoric past at the Shoo-Fly Indian archaeological site.
- Payson boasts
the World's Oldest Continuous Rodeo, which began in 1884, every August
and the Spring Pro Rodeo in May.
- Ski lovers will
enjoy cross-country skiing opportunities and cabin rentals at the
Forest Lake Touring Center.
- Gila County
Community College offers classes and degree programs and is only
one mile west of Chaparral Pines and The Rim Golf Club.
Surrounding
communities
- Surrounded by
the Tonto National Forest, the town of Young, in Pleasant Valley,
attracts campers, fishermen and hunters. It is only 33 miles from
Payson.
- The sister communities
of Pine and Strawberry, separated by only three miles, offer the
Blue Ridge Reservoir, Bear Canyon Lake, Knoll Lake and many more
recreational outlets just 15 miles north of Payson.
- Only 90 miles
separates Payson and the bustling metropolis of Phoenix. Venture
south to enjoy all the arts and entertainment venues, exquisite dining
facilities and professional football, baseball, basketball and hockey.
Gila
County Community College
Rim Country Learning Center
Gila County Community
College’s new state-of-the-art Rim Country campus is conveniently
located one mile west of Chaparral Pines and The Rim Golf Club. A variety
of classes and degrees are offered including:
- Associate of
Arts
Liberal studies
Elementary education
Business
General studies
- Certificates
Computer science
Bookkeeping
Nursing assistant
- Associate of
Applied Science
Computer Information Specialist
General business
Office technology
Medical transcription
Gila County Community
College is a two-year public community college. It is a member of the
Arizona Community College System and is accredited by the North Central
Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Institutions of Higher
Education.
In addition to the
college credit program, the campus often plays host to various speakers,
workshops and community education opportunities. It is also the home of
a “College for Kids” summer art program.
For more information,
visit www.gilaccc.org
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