KEY TO THE GOOD LIFE { from the road } DAY TRIP DISTANCES >> Phoenix-Y arnell-Prescott and home: 225 MILES >> Phoenix-Yarnell-Prescott- Bagdad and home: 295 MILES >> Phoenix-Bagdad and home: 250 MILES >> Phoenix-Yarnell and home: 180 MILES You can also visit the Shrine of St. Joseph of the Mountains and the nearby ghost towns of Stanton, Octave and Congress. Gold was first discovered there in 1863, and it’s a colorful history to explore. Meanwhile, a trip to Bagdad tests your driving skills. Again, take U.S. Route 93 north, this time further, to State Route 97. On 97, you’ll enjoy 11 miles of curves, switchbacks and nice scenery on your way to Bagdad. Bagdad is a historic, thriving copper-mining community founded in 1882 in Yavapai County. Stop at the Copper Country Bar & Grill for good food and a lively scene. A longer option is to drive to Yarnell, continue north to Prescott, circle back to Bagdad, then return to Phoenix. From the Hotshots Memorial, continue your route to Yarnell for a light lunch, then drive on to Prescott. The drive from Yarnell to Prescott reveals soft, rolling green pastures and beautiful unspoiled vistas. You’ll drive through to an elevation of 6,100 feet. KEY TO THE GOOD LIFE { from the road } OCTOBER 2021 | 48 | FRONTDOORS MEDIA When you’re looking for new adventures, head northwest for fascinating options.

From Prescott, take Iron Springs Road, State Route 96, through Kirkland, approximately 38 miles to Bagdad to enjoy another scenic, remote, curvy road with rolling green hills and beautiful vistas. A favorite of some of the sports- car clubs in Phoenix, this one’s a bit of a roller-coaster, with ups and downs and sharp curves. A shorter option is to come directly back to Phoenix from Prescott. Enjoy the drives and the beautiful scenery! SHELTER. SUPPORT. CHANGE LIVES. CASS opens the front door to ending homelessness. For 37 years, CASS has provided shelter and support to our neighbors in need, in addition to creating innovative compassionate community solutions to address issues of homelessness. Please donate today so that none of our neighbors – seniors, veterans, children, and adults – have to spend another night on the streets. Your donation will change lives TODAY! www.cassaz.org • make your az tax credit donation to CASS today Phoenix is a perfect launchpad for day trips in Arizona. Just drive a few hours and explore.