Lovely little park! Picnic tables, covered Ramada's, new playground, baseball field, basketball…read morecourt, sand volleyball court. Very clean and quiet. Nice place for kids and pets, family events, or even just a picnic pit stop if your driving through. Highly recommended!

Vernon Park was my savior while at my family reunion. It was within walking distance and when I…read morewanted to just go away Id escape. The park is for bigger kids and not too toddler friendly. The only toddler friendly part was the huge open expanses that my son could just run around and play. I'm scared of coyotes, elk, wolves and mountain lions so I didn't let him run to far. We both swang on the swing set. My aunt and uncle also swang too. It was really fun. There are also picnic areas, basketball courts and fields. There are also benches and you'll never have to worry about not enough parking. In the evening it afforded you the best views of the most beautiful sunsets Arizona has to offer. I love this park

1st time visitor Nice little walk around the lake…read moreUnfortunately the water was really low to the point where you could walk on the area Worth visiting I am sure with the water at full level, it is a beautiful view. Look forward to visiting again

Sad. Lake SUPER low. July 2026 Park is still…read morebeautiful....west side fishing free with valid state license.

"Shimmering tinsels and glittering Christmas lights"…read more Jack Barker Memorial Park in Pinetop-Lakeside is a modest and unassuming park along the road that is illuminated and decorated with an enchanting array of lights. It features a lovely Christmas tree that catches the eye of every visitor passing by. While the lights may not be as numerous or grandiose as those in other parks, as you wander through the park, you'll be absorbed in a happy atmosphere, surrounded by lights twinkling like stars and the fragrance of pines. I have strolled through the park for two Christmases. This time, we visited after dinner for a merry sight, observing kids and entire families enjoying some holiday cheer. Whether on a leisurely evening stroll or taking part in local activities, the park exudes the Christmas spirit we seek in a place. Therefore, it is a must-see for visitors to Pinetop-Lakeside who wish to inject themselves with a little dose of holiday magic.

Great place for the kids to play inside when the weather is not so hot. Lots of varieties of toys…read moreand play equipment. Great options also for really young children and toddlers. Owners are very clean and friendly

I like how this trail was so well maintained and had markers making it easy to navigate. The…read morescenery is stunning as your surrounded by towering pines and oaks and there's even water on the trail. It's about 2 miles to get to the Ice Cave which was cool (pun intended) to check out, but it was a little underwhelming. Still awesome to see an entrance of a collapsed lava tube where cool air creates a natural refrigerator even if it didn't have that wow factor. There's pretty wildflowers alongside cactus which is cool to see. We didn't see much wildlife but there are horseback riders that use the trail that you may come across. Overall, it was a good easy to moderate trail good for families and with some really beautiful scenery and I enjoyed the trail.

Don't expect too much for the ice cave. It's a hole in the ground with cold air, which is nice once…read moreyou've sweated in the sun for 2 miles. Use sunscreen, as it's not shaded. There is a geocache in the area if you geocache.

While up in Show Low for the weekend hiked Buena Vista trail! It's a great casual option to get…read moreoutside and enjoy the weather. Once you turn off the main road onto Rim Rd, which is a dirt road, nothing to crazy and I'd imagine easy enough for most automobiles. There is then a large dirt lot probably half a mile with trailhead map and info. Bonus no fee to park in the lot! The route has a bit of elevation, but for the most part features wide trails and pretty casual. It is a tad rocky, but my group did it in tennis shows or lifestyle boots. It is a loop trail, with a straight start an option to go left or right, the signage isn't great so we ended up doing a five mile hike instead of a three, but c'est la vie! There are trail markers they just are far and few in between. Service also is not great and sporadic, so Iw ould recommend downloading ahead of time. The hike featured lots of woodsy landscape a tons of wildlife footprints, markings and birds. It wasn't the best hike I have ever done, but a great option for those who want to get outdoors, have an easy approach or drive in and mellow hike that I personally find appropriate for most ages. Also dog friendly!

We had the best adventure during our stay in Pinetop--a sunset horseback ride with Porter Mountain…read moreStables! Our guide was a delightful young woman attending school in Tucson and studying nuclear medicine, which we thought was incredibly impressive. I have unfortunately forgotten her name, but she was absolutely wonderful, and we really enjoyed talking with her throughout the ride. The trail was easy, relaxing, and perfect for simply enjoying the scenery. We rode mostly through the beautiful pine trees and even passed alongside a small lake where geese were peacefully paddling around. The entire ride lasted about an hour and a half, which felt like the perfect amount of time. Both of our horses had such sweet personalities and were incredibly well behaved, making the experience comfortable and enjoyable from beginning to end. We also met the owner while checking in, and she has the cutest little store. Be sure to arrive early so you have time for a little impulse shopping before your ride! Porter Mountain Stables gave us such a memorable Pinetop experience. Remember to tip your guide, take lots of pictures, and enjoy every minute of your ride through the pines!

We had a great 2 hour ride with Kylie this morning. Very peaceful and beautiful. Got to see (not…read morego into) the ice cave.

4.45/5 stars Snowflake Municipal Golf Course is the town of…read moreSnowflake, Arizona. GPS takes you there, the. The Pro Shop is in the building with the cafe. You pay, get a golf cart and set out. There is a 9-hole play and an 18-hole play. It is a public course that has all levels of holes-some are straight and long and some you hit from a hill and hope you make it over the rough on the hill below and some are hard. I think it's the diverse play that makes this so interesting. Because there was a big group playing the 9-hole play, we did the first 9 of the 18-hole section. This was gorgeous and challenging and frustrating and fun. Guess that just describes golf. It took us about 2 3/4 hrs to play-not rushing. They have a nice restaurant next to the pro shop. It has nice food and drinks. It's a good place to sit, relax and have a bite. We enjoyed it. The one ding is that they are working on new signs. We found our way by following directions and the map. It's a beautiful drive. Service is excellent! The pro shop and especially Cullen, who gave us directions on more than on occasion. Thank you!! We will definitely come back to play. It is a wonderful golf course at a great price.

Over watered fairways on the nine hole side. You should not be penalized for hitting a great drive…read moredown the middle only to have your ball land in water and mud stopping any roll out. Also why have so much thick rough around the greens. This isn't the PGA tour. Lastly how about some level tee boxes instead of standing on a mound.