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Legendary Arizona Experience

Cochise County is about unforgettable vacation experiences. The diversity of events, towns, activities and attractions is vast. The possibilities for creating unique and customized vacations are limitless.

Two-Day Trip for Hikers - a five-mile trek at Cochise Stronghold can be topped off with a night's stay at a B&B in the heart of the Dragoon Mountains. The next day finds you heading on out to Cochise Stronghold and exploring more than 20 miles of unique wilderness trails in the Dragoons.

Five-Day Western History Excursion - a leisurely, fun-filled getaway into the past starts where the myth of the west began: Tombstone, Arizona. Experience a re-creation of the OK Corral shootout, visit the famous Tombstone Courthouse, and stop by Boothill Cemetery. For more information call the Tombstone Chamber of Commerce at 888-457-3929.

Day two, in Sierra Vista you'll visit the home of the Buffalo Soldier, experience the military history at Fort Huachuca, and observe the many archeological and birding sites in the area. To learn more call the Sierra Vista Convention and Visitor's Bureau at 800-288-3861. After Sierra Vista mosey a short half-hour away to Bisbee. Visit the Bisbee Mining & Historical Museum, which is affiliated with the Smithsonian Institute or just stroll and admire the architecture throughout the town as it tells tales from the past. To learn more call the Bisbee Chamber of Commerce and Visitor's Center at 866-2-BISBEE.

On day three, you'll head for Douglas to experience where American traditions and Mexican culture meet in lively settings. Be sure to pause for refreshment and take a long look around the Gadsden Hotel, one of the last of the grand, turn-of-the century hotels featuring a spacious two-story lobby, impressive marble columns, and an incredible Tiffany glass mural. Then take a trip back in time to the 1880s by visiting the home of Cochise County's Sheriff from 1888-1892 at the John Slaughter Ranch Museum. The museum stands as a tribute to pre-twentieth century ranch life in Southern Arizona. More information is available at the Douglas Visitor's Center, 888-315-9999. 

Day four sees you venturing north to the rugged yet beautiful Chiricahua National Monument. This cool, moist area is a center of Native American history as the homeland of the Chiricahua Apaches who under Geronimo and Cochise resisted the influx of pioneers for more than 25 years. The Chiricahuas are a wonderland of extraordinary rock formations complimented by miles of trails running through them. The visitor center is open daily and ways to navigate and explore the mountains include taking a scenic drive or hiking more than 20 miles of trails. For more
information call (520) 824-3560. You might also want to check out the Amerind Foundation, an archaeological research facility and museum that also houses an outstanding and unique collection of Native American art and artifacts. For more information call the Amerind Foundation at (520) 586-3666. 

Begin day five in Willcox and immerse yourself in western culture at the Cowboy Hall of Fame and Rex Allen Museum. Afterward, take advantage of the many U-Pick-It Farms throughout the Willcox area and savor the taste of tree-ripened fruit. To learn more about all the exciting things happening in Willcox call the Willcox Chamber of Commerce at 1-800-200-2272 or (520) 384-2272.

A Week of Birding - Cochise County is one of the birdwatching capitals of the world! See the annual Sandhill cranes coming to Willcox in the winter or catch the Southwest Wings Over Willcox Birding Festival in Bisbee. The Nature Conservancy's Ramsey Canyon Preserve in Sierra Vista is one of the top, hummingbird hotspots in the world. There and in other canyons in the Huachuca Mountains, you can find seclusion and beauty and glimpse elegant trogon, raptors, five-stripe sparrows and hundreds of other rare and exotic
species of birds. You can also choose one of the many area hotels or B&Bs for your own personal nesting. To design your special birding getaway or for more information call the Sierra Vista Convention and Visitors Bureau at 1-800-288-3861, the Willcox Chamber of Commerce at 1-800-200-2272 or the Bisbee Chamber of Commerce at 1-866-2BISBEE or (520) 432-5421.

Take Your Own Trip Back in Time - take the time you need to get acquainted with the eventful histories of the many small towns throughout Cochise County. There are ghost towns, antique shops, museums, restaurants, B&Bs, special events and much more to be found in every part of the county. Get a map and just plot your own course to enjoying an adventurous, exciting, and unforgettable time in a place like no other!