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Rim Country Information

On June 11th, 2006, The Arizona Republic's Travel Section put Pine-Strawberry #39 on their list of the top places in Arizona.  We think we should be #1. Read the article by Sadie Jo Smokey.  The lure to the mountains

There is a rich history and a wonderful museum in the heart of Pine. It is open most days and has a wealth of information on the beginnings of the Pine and Strawberry Area.  Pine-Strawberry Historical Society

We are surrounded by National Forest with many fun things to do and see. US Forest Service for Region 3.

Are you into fishing or Hunting?  Link to the latest information. Arizona Game and Fish Hunting Report

The Natural Bridge, which is an Arizona State Park and the largest natural travertine bridge in the country, is very close and a beautiful place for a hike or a picnic. Arizona State Parks

The National Forest offers many hiking trails. You can find copies at the Historical Museum in Pine. You can also check out the website Hiking in Arizona for an extensive list of information on the various trails.  Hiking in Arizona

If you get lost, there is an organization up here that can find you. There web-site offers information so you can enjoy your time safely.  Tonto Rim Search and Rescue

We are blessed to have a Library in Pine that has many books, DVD's and historical Information.  They also have computers for the public and a genealogical link for research.

The Hash knife Pony Express makes its ride every January traveling 200 miles from Holbrook to Scottsdale, Arizona, and delivering 20,000 first-class letters by horseback. It travels right through Pine stopping at the Post Office to collect letters for the ride. Hash knife Pony Express

The Pine-Strawberry Elementary School provides for the students in the community through the eighth grade. Pine-Strawberry Elementary School

The Pine-Strawberry Fire Department has a fuel reduction program to assist the land/home owner to remove the cuttings keeping their property safer.  There is also a barrier around the communities to help us to live safer in the forest.  Pine/Strawberry Fire Department

There is an active Chamber of Commerce that serves the entire Rim Country drawing people to the area.  Rim Country Chamber

The State of Arizona provides community profiles for some of the communities in the Rim Country.  Select the highlighted in the following for the profile.

The mountains provide additional moisture and cooler temperatures.  The elevations of the different communities is in the table below.