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3 Great One-Day Outings Near White Mountains AZ

At Solterra Senior Living, we aspire to give seniors the home of their dreams.

At Solterra Senior Living, we aspire to give seniors the home of their dreams. There’s much more to a home than what’s between your four walls, though. It’s whatever is out your front door too. In our community in White Mountains, AZ, you’ll find much more than just a place to rest your head at night. With a lively town nestled in natural splendor as far as the eye can see, you’ll never run out of things to do. Curious? Here are just three wonderful one-day outings near White Mountains, AZ, you can embark on.

Take a Stroll through Woodland Lake Park

Spending time in nature brings a kind of quietude that’s impossible to find anywhere else. In White Mountains, AZ, we’re lucky to have some of Mother Nature’s finest work just out our front door. If you’re looking to get out and enjoy all that our great state has to offer, Woodland Lake Park is a wonderful place to spend a day. Take a walk around the serene lake or follow one of the many hiking trails leading through the trees. For lunch, set up camp at whichever picnic area strikes your fancy. Take your time and enjoy the scenery.

Get Some Time with the Kids in at the White Mountain Family Fun Park

While the natural beauty of White Mountains, AZ, has a timeless appeal, it may not hold the attention of every demographic. If you happen to have younger guests to entertain, you may want to take a trip over to the nearby White Mountain Family Fun Park. With an arcade and laser maze, you can take a break from the sun without taking a break from the fun. If anyone’s feeling the need for speed, the go-kart track is sure to scratch that itch. And if anyone is feeling up to a little friendly competition, why not take to the 18-hole mini-golf course? The real goal may be to have a good time, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t keep score anyway.

Hit the Links and Relax at a Nearby Golf Course

If mini-golf gave you a hankering for the real thing, you’re in luck. White Mountains, AZ, is also home to several golf courses, letting you play to your heart’s content. Not more than 20 minutes down the road you’ll find not one but three courses to choose from. The White Mountain Country Club, the Pinetop Country Club, and the Pinetop Lakes Country Club all have gorgeous courses, along with various other amenities.

Options vary depending on whether you are or are not a member, so we recommend calling ahead to get the most up-to-date information on what’s available. While you’re at it, why not have dinner before heading back home? Dine in the clubhouse or stop at one of the many great restaurants on your way back. It’s your retirement, and you deserve to enjoy it however you like. We’ll be here to welcome you home at the end of the day.