Winslow Travel Guide

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Located in the northeastern part of Arizona, Winslow is a charming city that offers a unique blend of history, natural beauty, and small-town charm. With its rich Native American heritage and proximity to breathtaking natural wonders, Winslow is a must-visit destination for both history enthusiasts and nature lovers.

One of the city's most iconic attractions is the Standin' on the Corner Park, a tribute to the famous Eagles song "Take It Easy." Visitors can strike a pose next to the bronze statue of a guitar-playing musician, immortalizing the lyric "Standing on a corner in Winslow, Arizona." This quirky stop is a must for any music lover or Eagles fan passing through the area.

For history buffs, Winslow offers a glimpse into its Native American past at the Homolovi State Park. This archaeological site preserves the ruins of ancient pueblos, revealing the rich cultural heritage of the Hopi people. Explore the trails that wind through the park and admire the petroglyphs left behind by the ancestral Puebloans.

Nature enthusiasts will find themselves in paradise when visiting Winslow. Just a short drive away lies the majestic Painted Desert, a colorful landscape of sandstone hills and mesas. Marvel at the vibrant hues that give the desert its name and take in the breathtaking vistas from one of the many viewpoints. Nearby, the Petrified Forest National Park offers a unique opportunity to explore a prehistoric forest frozen in time, with petrified logs dating back millions of years.

After a day of exploration, visitors can unwind in Winslow's charming downtown area. Stroll along the Historic Route 66, lined with quaint shops, art galleries, and local eateries. Indulge in delicious southwestern cuisine or browse through unique handmade crafts. Don't miss La Posada, a beautifully restored historic hotel that offers a glimpse into Winslow's past and serves as a hub for art and culture.

Alternative names: Population: 9.6 thous.Area: 12.35 mi²Elevation: 4852 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 35°1'26"N, 110°41'53"W

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Winslow Attractions - What to See and Explore

Winslow offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Standin' on the Corner Park, Clear Creek Reservoir, Brigham City, Lorenzo Hubbell Trading Post and Warehouse. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

Park
Standin' on the Corner Park
Standin' on the Corner Park is a public park in Winslow, Arizona, opened in 1999, commemorating the song "Take It Easy" which was written by Jackson Browne and Glenn Frey and most famously recorded by the Eagles. The song includes the verse "Well, I'm a-standin' on a corner in Winslow, Arizona and such a fine sight to see.
Nature • Natural attraction • Lake
Clear Creek Reservoir
Clear Creek Reservoir is located in the town of Winslow, Arizona, which is in Navajo County. It is fed by Clear Creek and drains to the Little Colorado River.
Town • Neighbourhood
Brigham City
Brigham City is a ghost town in Navajo County, Arizona, United States. Founded by member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints near the present city of Winslow in 1876, it was one and one-half miles north of Winslow's current city center, along the Little Colorado River.

Day trips

Winslow – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Winslow, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Knoll Lake (Coconino National Forest), Lake Mary (Coconino National Forest), Ashurst Lake (Coconino National Forest).

47 milesSW
Natural attraction, Nature, Lake
Knoll Lake, Coconino National Forest
Knoll Lake is part of the Blue Ridge Ranger District of the Coconino National Forest. It gets its name from a rocky island located in the middle of the lake. Knoll Lake is located in Leonard Canyon, Arizona, along the Mogollon Rim.
47 milesW
Natural attraction, Nature, Lake
Lake Mary, Coconino National Forest
Lake Mary may refer to one of two reservoirs in northern Arizona southeast of Flagstaff. The name may also be used to refer to the two lakes as a whole. The pair of lakes impound the intermittent Walnut Creek upstream from Walnut Canyon.
40 milesW
Natural attraction, Nature, Lake
Ashurst Lake, Coconino National Forest
Ashurst Lake is a small lake located on the Anderson Mesa 20 miles southeast of Flagstaff. It is one of the few natural lakes in the state of Arizona, the bulk of which reside in the area.
32 milesE
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Bucket of Blood Street, Holbrook
Bucket of Blood Street is located off U.S. Route 66 in the Old Downtown district of Holbrook, Arizona. Bucket of Blood Street is one block south of the historical Santa Fe Railroad station on Navajo Road that was built in 1882. Holbrook was founded in the 1880s as a railroad stop.
45 milesSW
Observatories and planetariums
Lowell Discovery Telescope, Coconino National Forest
The Lowell Discovery Telescope, formerly the Discovery Channel Telescope, is a 4.3 m aperture telescope owned and operated by Lowell Observatory. The LDT was built at a dark sky site in the Coconino National Forest near Happy Jack, Arizona.