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Discover Gila County is launching a new program called "#GOWILD
Climb through the Pinal Mountains, look over the Mogollon Rim, and enjoy Roosevelt Lake through the lens of Discover Gila County's Go Pro Videographers!
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Apache Kid Incident of 1889
Eugene Midddleton (1863-1929), the son of William and Miriam Middleton who are listed at Wheatfields on the 1880 census, then moved to...


Early Saloon's in Gila County
We want to know what you know about these old time saloons in Gila County! We know a lot of you have a lot of stories about living in...


Henry Farrell - Gila County Cowboy
Henry Farrell was an old-time cowboy and a true pioneer whose company I was privileged to experience. Henry was a small boy when his...


Exploring Canyon Creek - Gila County, Arizona
Canyon Creek located in the Mogollon Rim area is one of the best Arizona trout streams. The upper portion of the Canyon Creek lies in the...


Exploring the Sierra Ancha Wilderness in Gila County
First established in 1933 as a "Primitive Area," this 20,850 acre wilderness is full of surprises, and is a pleasure to explore. While...


Jakes Corner - Where The Stage Stopped
The stagecoach stopped in 1916, and ever since then, parched, hungry and weary travelers have been stopping at Jakes Corner in Gila...


Gisela Became Her Home - Ellen Neal Part 3
In Part 1, Ellen was born on the Brazos River in Texas, survived an attack by the Comanches, married a drifter, then married Will Neal....


Born on the Brazos - Ellen Neal Part 1
Eleanor Josephine Jackson, known as “Ellen,” was born August 7, 1864, along the Brazos River in Johnson County, Texas,. She was the first...


Best Places to View Spring Wildflowers in Gila County
Every year, wildflower lovers look forward to the spring and summer blooms with great anticipation. The seasonal renewal of life offers...


GUIDED RAFTING TOURS IN GILA COUNTY, AZ
Explore the magnificence of the Upper Salt River in Gila County Arizona! This remote, wilderness canyon is mostly only accessible by...


The Life of Christopher Creek Pioneers
Welcome to the Heart of Arizona. Discover the History below! Christopher Creek, Arizona is known around the Southwest for its picturesque...


Famous Cowboys: Leroy Tucker
In 1884 the sport of Rodeo was born in Arizona's Rim Country and has never missed a year since that time. Some of the world's most...


John and Sarah Holder - Building the Foundation of Gila County
John Francis Holder (1846-1922), grandfather to Pat Haught Cline of Star Valley, Sara Holder Jones of Ox Bow Estates, and Kendrick Holder...


Best Mountain Biking Trails in Payson, Arizona
The best thing about mountain biking in Gila County, Arizona is how each trail takes your breath away — not just from all the uphill...


Best Places to Mountain Bike in Southern Gila County, Arizona
The best thing about mountain biking in Gila County, Arizona is how each trail takes your breath away — not just from all the uphill...


Joe Bassett - World Champion Team Roper & Gila County Cowboy
Joe Bassett (1911-1973) was a top cowboy both on the range and in the arena. The highlight of his career came in 1942 when he won the...


The Constable - Walter Lovelady Part 4
Walter and Belle Lovelady took their baby son, Lawrence, and daughter, Dorothy to live at the house Walter built on the Lovelady Place....


Things to Do in Strawberry, Arizona
Welcome to the "Sweet Spot" of Arizona's Rim Country. Do you love to get in touch with nature? Wrap your arms around one of the huge...


Walter Lovelady Marries Belle Russell - Part 3
With the horror of World War I behind him, Walter was anxious to get back to Arizona and his ranch on Webber Creek. He was even more...


Things to Do in Roosevelt, Arizona
Sometimes the road less traveled makes for the best experiences and going out to Roosevelt Lake is one of those adventures that may prove...
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