One of the best winter towns in Arizona is a bonafide cold-weather playground complete with snowy horseback rides, enchanted forest trails, and relaxing spa treatments. If you’ve never visited Pinetop-Lakeside, Arizona in the winter, consider this your sign to plan a trip this season. You can thank us later!

While Pinetop-Lakeside is a popular summer vacation spot, the small northern Arizona town also makes an excellent winter getaway.
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Nestled in the heart of the majestic White Mountains, the town receives around 40 inches of snow per year, transforming it into a postcard-worthy winter wonderland.
The town is a nature lover's dream year-round, with a plethora of outdoor activities to enjoy.
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Embark on a snowy hike at the White Mountain Nature Center or Woodland Lake Park, or hop on the bike-friendly Country Club Trail or Panorama Trail.
Is there anything more picture-perfect than a winter horseback ride?
Porter Mountain Stables, 1498 Flag Hollow Rd, Lakeside, AZ 85929, USA
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Porter Mountain Stables is a family-owned business that offers guided horseback rides in every season - but we're partial to wintry views like this.

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Winter is a time to slow down and reflect, and you can do both of those things at Spa Estique.
Spa Estique, 1746 E White Mountain Blvd # 2, Pinetop-Lakeside, AZ 85935, USA
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This top-rated day spa is the ultimate self-care destination, offering a variety of treatments that will leave you feeling pampered and rejuvenated.
If you need a place to stay while you're in town, this cozy, yet spacious cabin is the perfect fit.
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Spanning 1,800 square feet, the recently remodeled home features three bedrooms and two full baths.
Amenities include updated appliances, a small private pond, an outdoor fire pit, and porch swings.
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The cabin makes an ideal base camp for all of your White Mountains adventures (not to mention how gorgeous it looks covered in snow!)
So bundle up, arm yourself with plenty of hot chocolate, and make your way to the charming town of Pinetop-Lakeside this winter.
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It's truly one of the best places in Arizona to celebrate the season. For a little insight into what makes this winter town so special, be sure to watch the brief video below:

Have you ever been to Pinetop-Lakeside, Arizona in the winter? If so, we’d love to hear about your experience in the comments! For more places to stay while you explore this charming area, be sure to check out this list of unique vacation rentals in Pinetop-Lakeside.

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Winter In Arizona

Beth C. | January 11, 2024

What is there to do in Arizona during the winter?

Arizona is frequently thought of as a popular summer destination, but we'd argue there's just as much -- if not more -- to do in Arizona in the winter, including the following:

  • Zoolights and Cruise Zoolights at the Phoenix Zoo
  • Las Noches de Las Luminarias at the Desert Botanical Garden
  • Christmas at the Princess
  • Annual Courthouse Lighting in Prescott
  • Flagstaff
  • Tucson
  • Glendale
  • Skiing and snowboarding at Arizona Snowbowl
  • Snowtubing at Canyon Coaster Adventure Park
  • Winter Wonderland Ice Rink in Mesa

 

Looking for more travel inspiration? Check out our list of the best winter activities and attractions in Arizona.

Can I go hiking in the winter in Arizona?

You bet! Check out the following list of winter trails to take in Arizona:

  • South Mountain National Trail in Phoenix
  • Wind Cave Trail in Mesa
  • Seven Falls Trail in Tucson
  • Thumb Butte Trail 33 in Prescott
  • East Wetlands Interpretive Trail in Yuma
  • Echo Canyon Trail in Phoenix
  • Agassiz Peak in Flagstaff
  • Bell Rock-Courthouse Butte Loop in Sedona
  • Rim Trail at Grand Canyon National Park

 

Curious to learn more? Check out our full list of the best winter trails and hikes in Arizona.

Which town in Arizona gets the most snow?

You may not be surprised to learn that the high-elevation town of Flagstaff gets the most snow in Arizona each year. On average, Flagstaff gets about 101.7 inches of snowfall, according to the National Weather Service.

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