There's So Much To See And Do In And Around This Charming Arizona White Mountains Town
By Katie Lawrence|Published February 21, 2023
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Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and began writing for OnlyInYourState in 2015.
Today, Katie writes, edits, and performs several other tasks for OnlyInYourState and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on with a hot cup of coffee, practicing yoga, baking, or exploring the beautiful Lone Star State (in particular, the vast and mystical West Texas desert).
There are lots of charming small towns in Arizona worth visiting, but few compare to the quaint community of Eagar. Nestled in the foothills of the White Mountains, this little town is surrounded by natural beauty and offers so much to see and do. Experience a safari park, tour ancient ruins, eat delicious food, and more when you plan a trip to the criminally underrated town of Eagar.
The motto in Eagar is "Where Roads Hit the Trail," and we couldn't imagine a more fitting slogan. Nestled in the foothills of the majestic White Mountains, this tiny town of just under 5,000 is a nature lover's dream.
Enjoy a two-hour guided tour of the ranch, which includes face-to-face experiences such as feeding up to 100 adorable parakeets (for an extra fee). You can also meet alligators, lemurs, and a sloth, or take a UTV tour that will make you feel like you're on safari in Africa.
This fascinating archaeological site dates to circa 1260 AD and features a Great Kiva, solar calendar, ancient staircase, and other incredible structures and artifacts.
You'll also see amazingly well-preserved rock art, including this image marking the summer solstice. Guided tours, which begin at the on-site museum, are required, and the tour lasts about two hours and involves a 3/4-mile hike.
After a full day of exploring the great outdoors, you're bound to be hungry. Luckily, Eagar has several delicious restaurants to choose from, including Trailriders Family Restaurant and Bar.
You'll see a bit of everything on the menu, from pancakes and omelets to burgers, chicken-fried steak, and south-of-the-border favorites like tacos and chimichangas. It's impossible to have a bad meal here!
Have you ever visited Eagar? If so, we’d love to hear all about your experience in the comments! Don’t forget to check out our previous article for a nearby cabin getaway that makes the perfect basecamp for your White Mountains adventures.
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