Around Verde Vibes
You will not be bored at Verde Vibes Villa. We are surrounded by the Tonto National Forest with miles of trails for hiking, off-roading, and sight-seeing. Shopping and restaurants are abundant and just a short drive away.
HIKING AND TRAIL RIDING
The Tonto National Forest boasts several amazing trials for beginners to those expert hikers. Check out Water Wheel trail which is an easy hike and something the kids will enjoy. Looking for something a little more challenging? Give the Pine Canyon Trail #26 a try. There are also several different trails within the Tonto Natural Bridge state park that offer breathtaking views.
If getting out in your ATV or UTV is your thing, you'll enjoy both the Cracker Jack Mine OHV Trail as well as the Houston Mesa and Pyeatte Draw trails. Obviously, just make sure you make safety and protecting our forests and surroundings a priority.
FOOD
Who doesn't like food? We do! We have our favorites, but definitely get out there and explore some more.
We are partial to Fargo's Steakhouse in Payson We only wish they served breakfast.
Speaking of breakfast, the Early Bird Cafe in Pine. They get busy so get there early or prepare to wait.
Are you a beer connoisseur? You have to try That Brewery in Pine. Great food and tasty beer can make for a great end to an eventful day.
SIGHT SEEING
You may have noticed the number of times Tonto Natural Bridge has been mentioned. That is for good reason. It is a sight of natural and memorable beauty. Be prepared to walk a bit and have enough water with you. The views are breathtaking!
Map out Forest Road 300 and take a drive up the rim for amazing "top of the world" views of Payson and the surrounding areas.
Check out The Strawberry Schoolhouse; the Oldest Standing Schoolhouse in Arizona! Just a short drive from the Verde Vibes Villa.
The cute and homey towns of Pine and Strawberry offer great food, antique shops, and that mountain town Main Street scene that seems so quaint. While in town, stop into the Pine-Strawberry Museum to see how the towns all started.
SHOPPING
Pine is full of antique shops and collectibles. Find a place to park and spend hours popping in and out of all the shops and seeing the friendly faces who run those shops. You can find a list of shops here.
Payson also has its fair share of great shopping. From antiques and collectibles to sporting goods, you'll find what you need and what you want in Payson.
EVENTS
Payson offers several events year round. From the World's Oldest Continuous Rodeo and Concerts in the Park to 4th of July festivities and the Beeline Cruise Car Show, you'll find plenty to do in town.