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Wickenburg calls itself the Dude Ranch Capital of the World. Bar FX Ranch became the first true guest ranch in 1923. Others followed as the years passed. On the streets of this town, located approximately 53 miles northwest of Phoenix, horses are still given the right of way.
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Alamo Lake State Park can be considered one of Arizona’s best-kept secrets. The lake, which is rumored to be one of the best bass fishing spots in the state, is stocked with large-mouth bass, catfish, bluegill, and crappie. Photo courtesy of C. Hattrup of Bouse, AZ. |
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A view from the top of Harquahala Mountain. The 5,691-foot- high Harquahala Peak, the highest point in southwest Arizona, provides a breathtaking panorama of surrounding desert and distant mountain ranges. Photo courtesy of C. Hattrup of Bouse, AZ.
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The Harquahala Mountains Wilderness, which encompasses 22,880-acres lies in both Maricopa and La Paz counties. Photo courtesy of C. Hattrup of Bouse, AZ. |
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Date Creek Ranch's orchards are a unique place to visit. Located along Date Creek, the ranch's orchards include apples and peaches. Experience picking choice, fresh fruit grown without the use of pesticides or herbicides. |
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Date Creek Ranch is the perfect place to spend an afternoon. The apple orchard opens the first weekend in September. Peaches are available in July. The ranch is located 22 miles northwest of Wickenburg. |
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Time to fill the wheelbarrow with delicious apples. Date Creek Ranch guarantees its fruit can be eaten right off the tree! |
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Wickenburg has retained much of the "Old West" from its historic downtown area to its famous dude ranches. |
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