Things to Do in Snowflake and Taylor, Arizona
Snowflake and Taylor, two neighboring towns in northern Arizona, offer a blend of small-town warmth, outdoor beauty, and pioneer history. Snowflake is known for its beautifully preserved historic homes, peaceful neighborhoods, and strong sense of heritage. Popular locations include the Stinson Museum and the scenic Snowflake Temple.
Just down the road, Taylor is a more rural community with open landscapes, local farms, and engaging community traditions. Together, the towns give visitors opportunities for hiking, exploring heritage sites, enjoying family-friendly events, and taking in the peaceful scenery of the White Mountains region. They’re also the perfect starting point to visit national parks and monuments.
Keep reading for some of our favorite things to do in Snowflake and Taylor.
Explore Historic Museums & Homes
The Stinson Museum
Location: 102 N. 1st E. - Snowflake
The Stinson Pioneer Museum provides a gateway into Snowflake’s past. It features artifacts, photographs, and restored rooms that tell stories about the town’s early inhabitants. The museum highlights everything from the area’s Native American heritage to the lives of the 19th-century Mormon pioneers who settled the Silver Creek Valley.
Among the more tangible pieces of history are early weaving looms, vintage household goods, and even Native pottery and woven rugs. Visitors may also catch live demonstrations on quilting or blacksmithing that bring the pioneer-era to life.
Snowflake Historic Homes Walking Tour
Location: Tour begins at The Stinson Museum - 102 N. 1st. E. - Snowflake
The Snowflake Historic Homes Walking Tour is an engaging way to step back in time and explore the architectural heritage of one of Arizona’s oldest Mormon settlements. The tour features 26 historic homes, many of which are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. From the Stinson Museum, you can stroll or drive along a mapped route to see homes like the Gothic Revival John A. Freeman Home (built in 1893), the ornate Victorian Second Empire James M. Flake House (c. 1894), or the modest folk-primitive William Jordan Flake Cabin (mid-1800s).
A self-guided map is available at the Chamber of Commerce. Guided tours are sometimes offered on special occasions, so be sure to check the website before you go.
Visit the Snowflake Temple
Location: 1875 W. Canyon Dr. - Snowflake
The Snowflake Arizona Temple is the 108th operating temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and only the second in Arizona. Architecturally, the temple blends pioneer-era nuance with regional heritage to create a structure that is visually striking while still honoring the feel of the surrounding landscape.
The Snowflake Temple, like all LDS temples, is designed for the sacred ordinances and quiet reflection of the members living nearby. While only church members with a temple recommend can enter the temple itself, visitors are welcome to wander the grounds and enjoy the feeling of serenity that surrounds them.
Location: 90 N. Country Club Dr. - Snowflake
The Snowflake Golf Course is one of the town’s most popular recreational spots. It offers a relaxed, welcoming environment for golfers of all skill levels. The course features a full 18-hole, par-72 layout stretching about 6,352 yards from the back tees, plus a separate 9-hole course for quicker games or beginners.
The layout is varied: some holes challenge seasoned golfers with thoughtful hazards and careful shot placement, while other fairways are forgiving, making it ideal for casual players or those just getting started. Because Snowflake sits at a high elevation and rarely sees heavy snowfall, the course remains open year-round, making it a dependable option no matter the season.
Play A Round at the Snowflake Golf Course
The White Mountains
Location: Varies depending on the hike chosen but ~ 30-90 minutes from Snowflake
The White Mountains feature miles of scenic hiking and biking trails, from gentle lakeside strolls to viewpoints overlooking rugged volcanic cliffs. The region is also known for excellent fishing as well as peaceful spots perfect for kayaking and paddleboarding. Wildlife viewing is a highlight with elk, deer, and even wild turkeys being the most common.
Petrified Forest National Park
Location: ~ 60 minutes from Snowflake
Petrified Forest National Park is best known for its massive deposits of petrified wood. The area was once home to living trees that fell more than 200 million years ago and slowly transformed into colorful, crystal-filled fossils. Visitors can explore viewpoints and short trails that wind through badlands as well as historic sites, such as the 700-year-old Puebloan ruins at Puerco Pueblo, and the Rainbow Forest Museum.
The Painted Desert
Location: ~ 60 minutes from Snowflake
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Painted Desert is known for its stunning layers of red, pink, lavender, gray, and orange sediment. The landscape looks almost surreal, especially at sunrise and sunset, when the colors glow with more intensity. Visitors can stop at numerous overlooks along the Painted Desert Rim Drive, walk along short trails, and explore historic and cultural sites such as Newspaper Rock’s ancient petroglyphs.
Visit National Parks
Stay at Silver Creek Luxury RV Resort
After your day of exploring, head back to Silver Creek Luxury RV Resort to enjoy an evening around the campfire. Our comfortable RV sites feature full hook-ups and plenty of room for additional vehicles. With clean bathrooms and showers, pickleball, basketball, and volleyball courts, a dog park, and even a fishing pond, our resort offers the best in RV life.
We accommodate both short-term visits and long-term stays. Book your reservation with us today!