One of the best weekend trips in Arizona is to a small mountain town that simply exudes quaintness and charm. Nestled up in Rim Country, Strawberry is the perfect escape when you need to get away from it all for a little while. Complete with beautiful nature, great restaurants, and a slow-paced lifestyle, a getaway to this hidden gem is sure to leave you feeling refreshed.
The sleepy town of Strawberry, Arizona is little more than a blip on the map, but what it lacks in size, it more than makes up for in character.
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History buffs will love visiting the Strawberry Schoolhouse. It’s the oldest schoolhouse in Arizona!
Wikimedia Commons/Gillfoto Strawberry School House - One Room, 9277 Fossil Creek Rd, Strawberry, AZ 85544, USA
A one-room schoolhouse built of pine logs in 1885, the schoolhouse is now a history museum that showcases a replica 19th-century classroom.
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Nature lovers have a lot to look forward to in Strawberry, as well. Fossil Creek Falls is a breathtaking natural wonder accessible via a moderate, 2.6-mile trail, and it’s gorgeous in every season.
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After working up an appetite on your hike, head to The Sportsman’s Chalet to refuel.
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This lively bar and restaurant offers elk and buffalo burgers, fried fish, and other hearty eats, plus a patio that offers incredible mountain views.
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Dessert time! PIEbar AZ is the place to go for anyone with a sweet tooth.
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Offering whole pies, mini pies, and empanadas, this unique spot has something to please every palate. Check out their seasonal flavors!
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Once you’re all tuckered out from exploring, head back to the charming Strawberry Inn for a good night’s rest.
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This quaint boutique hotel nestled amid towering pines is ideal for travelers, offering private cabins and cottages as well as regular guest rooms.
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Have you ever taken a weekend getaway to Strawberry? If so, we’d love to hear all about your experience in the comments. Don’t forget to check out our previous article for another small town in the area that’s a nature lover’s dream.
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Strawberry School House - One Room, 9277 Fossil Creek Rd, Strawberry, AZ 85544, USA
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Fossil Creek - Waterfall Trail Parking, Fossil Creek Road, Pine, AZ 85544, USA
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Sportsman’s Chalet, 5087 AZ-87, Strawberry, AZ 85544, USA
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PIEbar AZ, 5096 AZ-87, Strawberry, AZ 85544, USA
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The Strawberry Inn, 5073 AZ-87, Strawberry, AZ 85544, USA
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