Yavapai County Map, Arizona
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Yavapai County, Arizona
Yavapai County is in central Arizona. About 250,000 people live here. Prescott is the county seat. Mining history is important, with old towns like Jerome.
The area is known for its mix of high desert and mountains. Sedona, famous for red rocks and spiritual tourism, is partly in this county. Prescott National Forest covers much of the county.
The climate is milder than Phoenix, which can be attractive for some residents. This is especially good for attracting retirees. Outdoor activities like hiking and biking are popular.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Yavapai County |
| County Seat | Prescott |
| Population | Approximately 250,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Prescott, Prescott Valley, Sedona (partly), Cottonwood, Chino Valley, Camp Verde, Clarkdale, Dewey-Humboldt, Jerome, Mayer, Paulden, Bagdad, Ash Fork, Congress |
| Interstates and Highways | Interstate 17, U.S. Route 89, U.S. Route 93, U.S. Route 60, State Route 69, State Route 89A, State Route 169, State Route 260 |
| FIPS Code | 04-025 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 8,128 square miles (Land: 8,123 sq mi, Water: 5 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Mohave County (West), La Paz County (Southwest), Maricopa County (South), Gila County (Southeast), Coconino County (Northeast) |
| Time Zone | Mountain Standard Time (MST), no daylight saving time |
| State | Arizona |
| Coordinates | 34.6464° N, 112.4291° W |
| Etymology | Named after the Yavapai Native American people, who are indigenous to the region |
| Major Landmarks | Montezuma Castle National Monument, Tuzigoot National Monument, Prescott National Forest, Jerome State Historic Park, Granite Mountain, Watson Lake, Dead Horse Ranch State Park, Sycamore Canyon |
| Website | Yavapai County Website |
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