The guestbook on the desk provides directions to some of the popular places.

Although Strawberry is a small town, there are many things you can do around here:

The Strawberry Schoolhouse: About two miles from Highway 87 on Fossil Creek Road is the oldest standing schoolhouse in Arizona. Just a short drive from your stay!

There are lots of antique shops in Pine, just a short 5 minute drive from the cabin. Information will be in the guest book.

Fossil Creek: Ask for information at the Pine / Strawberry Fire Department on Fossil Creek Road in Strawberry as you're driving in to the cottage. Reservations are required, and the hike to the creek is difficult. Please take plenty of water, a hat, and remember, no flip flops allowed!

Fossil Creek can still be accessed from Forest Road 708 off Highway 260 near Camp Verde. Reservations for Fossil Creek are required from May 1 through October 1 and can be made through www dot recreation dot gov. Many recreation opportunities providing access to water play in rim country remain available. Visit Gila County’s website for more information at DiscoverGilaCounty dot com.

Please check the Forest Service website for current information.

Hardscrabble Mesa: A good area for hikes and four wheeling. If you look closely you may even find an arrowhead or two. Twin Buttes road is a nice drive in the country, or you can go the "back way" from Strawberry to Pine. High clearance vehicle, truck or 4WD is recommended, especially if wet.

Calf Pen Canyon: Six miles North of town, this area overlooks our miniature version of the Grand Canyon. Extremely Rough Road

Wildcat Springs: A good place to find clamshell fossils, camp, or just take a hike. 300 Road is nearby, and is a nice ride in the forest with many fantastic views. Again, as with any Forest Service road, be careful of your choice of vehicle.

Pine Museum: Local history in Pine at the Community Center.

Tonto Natural Bridge: A popular State Park halfway between Strawberry and Payson. Sturdy shoes recommended.

Strawberry to Pine Trail: Starts at the southbound slow vehicle pullout on Hwy 87 just south of the turnoff to The Bear restaurant. This trail meanders down from Strawberry Mountain to Pine. It is not a casual hike, and may take some effort. Good hiking shoes, a hat and plenty of water are highly recommended.

Fishing Spots: Potato Lake, & Blue Ridge Reservoir are the best spots. Although some local ponds have fish, they are either entirely on Private Property or surrounded by Private Property. Please ask in town if fishing is allowed before wetting a hook.

REMEMBER...WHEN HIKING, IF YOU PACK IT IN, PLEASE PACK IT OUT!!
A water bottle, soda or beer can, potato chip bag, or burger take-out box all weigh less when they're empty, which makes it easier to carry them out.

AREA AMENITIES:
Grocery Shopping:
Ponderosa Market- 10 minutes from cottage, has basics
Walmart- PAYSON
Safeway-PAYSON
Bashas- PAYSON

DINING:
Old County Inn- Pizza
Mama Joe's Italian
Randall House- Gourmet
That Brewery- Pub Food
Mi Familia- Mexican
Sidewinders Tavern Grill- American
Sportsman's Chalet Bar and Grill- Pub Food
Pine Creek Fudge and Ice Cream
HB's Place- Breakfast
Pine Deli- Lunch

HIKING:
Pine Trail- Beginning/ Intermediate
Tonto Natural Bridge
Fossil Creek: Permit Required from the fire station on Fossil Creek Road - VERY HARD/STRENUOUS HIKE - may be closed during fire restrictions

OTHER POPULAR HIKING AREAS IN RIM/PAYSON AREA:
Mogollon Rim - "The Rim"
Hellsgate Wilderness
Mazatzal Wilderness
Granite Dells
Lakes/ Creeks:
Lakes-
Green Valley Lake
Bear Canyon Lake
Black Canyon Lake
Blue Ridge Resevoir
Chevelon Lake
Knoll Lake
Willow Springs Lake
Woods Canyon Lake
Roosevelt Lake
Creeks-
Tonto Creek
Horton Creek
Christopher Creek
Chevlon Creek

ATTRACTIONS:
Kohls Ranch Stables- Payson
Tonto National Forest, 288 West Kohl Road, Payson, AZ 85541
Tonto Creek Fish Hatchery
Tonto National Forest, 3898 N Tonto Creek Rd # 1, Payson, AZ 85541

ARTS AND ANTIQUES:
Myras Gallery
Antique Shopping in Pine
Auntie Gails Collectibles
Pine Country Antiques and Vintage
Tymeless Antiques and Treasures
Moose Mountain Gifts & Antiques
Coach House Antiques and Boutique