Globe, Arizona
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30miles Northeast of Globe
Theodore Roosevelt Dam, the first major structure constructed by the Bureau of Reclamation on the Salt River Project (SRP), spans the Salt River to form a huge reservoir 24 miles long. The dam is 280... continue
34miles Southeast of Globe
San Carlos Lake was formed by the construction of Coolidge Dam and is rimmed by 158 miles of shoreline and stores. The 920 foot long dam was built on the Gila River to irrigate about 100,000... continue
Attractions and Upcoming Events
Old Gila County Jail
When Gila County moved its offices into the then new county courthouse in March, 1907, the county jail was housed in the rear of the ground floor. Shortly thereafter, it was apparent that the jail within the courthouse was insufficient to meet the needs of the county. On January 5, 1909
Globe, AZ Pioneer History
Besh-Ba-Gowah Archaeological Park
Besh-Ba-Gowah is an ancient ruin unlike the others. Here you are encouraged to walk within the rooms of this 700 year old pueblo, climb ladders into the upper stories, and see the utensils, pottery and furbishings that were a part of life in pre-Columbian times.
Globe, AZ Archaeology
Cobre Valley Country Club
Locals claim this is the oldest nine hole course in the State of Arizona. Water hazards only come into play on two holes. The signature hole is #4, a 422-yard, par 4
Globe, AZ Golf Courses
Distinquished Landmarks
Salt River Canyon
Some people believe, because of the more intimate contact, that the Salt River Canyon is more beautiful than the Grand Canyon. Salt River rafting trips begin here.
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Globe, AZ Natural Attractions
Things to do near Globe, AZ
Lyman Lake State Park
Lyman Lake was Arizona\\\'s first recreational state park. Encompassing a shoreline of 1500 acres, there are no boat restrict...
Old Trails Historical Museum
Winslow's Old Trails Museum opened in 1985 in an old bank building located in the heart of the downtown business district. Th...
Petrified Forest National Park
Best known for globally significant Late Triassic fossils, the park attracts many researchers. Geologists study the multi-hue...
La Posada Hotel
This magnificent property, designed by Mary Colter, the famed Grand Canyon architect, is the last of the great Harvey Houses ...
Roosevelt Lake Camping
There are four recreational vehicle (RV) and motorhome-friendly campgrounds scattered along the lake\'s shore. The Forest Ser...