Hotels in Snowflake

Mormons and mountains collide in this high-desert town where pioneer history feels remarkably present. The Snowflake Arizona Temple stands as a gleaming testament to the town's religious roots, while Pioneer Park offers a more casual connection to the past. Nature beckons beyond town limits – Cedar Lake and Long Lake provide cool respite from Arizona's heat. The Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest surrounds these waters with pine-scented trails and wildlife encounters. Locals recommend visiting the Painted Desert in late afternoon when stratified colors intensify dramatically. The Snowflake Community Golf Course offers lush fairways at an elevation where your ball flies farther than expected – a small consolation for newcomers adjusting to the thin air.