Best 225 things to do in Cottonwood, AZ

Float the Verde River, then taste wine at Alcantara Vineyards

Explore Verde Valley trails on a self-guided 2-seater ATV rental

Rent a 6-seat UTV and explore Verde Valley trails with GPS guidance

Paddle Class I–II rapids, then relax with burgers, beer, and games

Paddle a Wild and Scenic River with safety-certified guides

Paddle the Verde River, then enjoy a group steakhouse meal

Paddle Class I–II rapids through Sycamore Canyon with a private guide

Pair dusty Verde Valley trails with a guided paddle on the Verde River

Paddle the Verde River, then unwind with a local tasting

Paddle Arizona’s Wild and Scenic Verde River at your own pace with shuttle support

Cool off on a guided paddle through Verde River scenery

Prearranged river shuttle from Tuzigoot back to TAPCO

Ride the Outlaw Trail on a 1-hour guided horseback tour in Dead Horse Ranch State Park

Ride winding High Desert trails through Dead Horse Ranch State Park with experienced wranglers

Sample Old Town Cottonwood wines, enjoy dinner, and take home a bottle

Fly over Northern Arizona before exploring Upper Antelope Canyon

Fly over Northern Arizona and explore three distinctive slot canyons

See Sedona’s red rocks, canyons, and cliffs from a Cessna 207

See Sedona red rocks and canyon country from a Cessna airplane

Rent a 4-seat UTV and explore Verde Valley trails with helmets and GPS trail map

Tour the Verde Valley Wine Trail with three tasting flights included

Paddle calm pools and gentle riffles with a guide on the scenic Verde River

Paddle the Verde River, then toast the day with craft beer

Walk Jerome after dark with EMF readers and flashlights