Arcosanti, located a little more the 65 miles north of Phoenix and 34 miles southeast of Prescott, is a community constructed on Paolo Soleri’s design theory called arcology, which blends architecture with ecology. Paolo Soleri was a student of Frank Lloyd Wright. Visitors can take a tour of the town, attend workshops and even stay overnight.

Arcosanti is supported by the Cosanti Foundation. Arcosanti has been under construction since 1970 by the community’s residents. Once completed, Arcosanti will be an example of a community that is efficient, frugal as well as being sensitive to the environment.

Arcosanti is considered to be an urban laboratory. Visitors can experience Arcosanti by taking a tour of the facility.

The high desert landscape near Arcosanti.

A cabin near Arcosanti.

Courthouse Square is located within the heart of Prescott. Built in 1916, the square is a popular place for town events and gatherings.

Goldwater Lake is located just outside of Prescott. The 15-acre lake has a trail circling it and a variety of scenic picnic sites.

One of the many monuments located on Prescott's Courthouse Square. This statue commemorates the town's ranching heritage.

A view of Thumb Butte as seen from downtown Prescott. Thumb Butte's summit reaches 6,522 feet.

Another view of the scenic Watson Lake. The lake is known as a "mini Lake Powell".

Watson Lake is a popular recreation area located not far from Prescott.

Surrounded by unique rock formations, Watson Lake, just outside Prescott, is a beautiful place to spend a day.

Canoes can be rented for pleasure boating at Watson Lake state park.

Another view of Watson Lake from the upper parking area.

Lynx Creek near Prescott. Ready to find a little gold? Since 1863 over 300,000 ounces of gold has come from the Lynx Creek area. Photo submitted by Edie Lorenz Anderson.