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Camp Verde, AZ

Camp Verde is a town in Yavapai County, Arizona, United States. As of the 2010 census, the population of the town is 10,873.

Every summer, the downtown area of Camp Verde is the site of the annual Corn Fest; held each year on the third Saturday in July, the popular event is sponsored and organized by local growers, Hauser and Hauser Farms. Other annual local events include the Pecan, Wine, and Antiques Festival (February), the Crawdad Festival (June), and Fort Verde Days (October).

The 42.6 sq mi (110 km²) town is bisected by I-17, extending 8 miles (13 km) to the west and 10 miles (16 km) to the east of the interstate. Highway 260 connects Camp Verde with Payson to the east and Cottonwood to the west. Three freeway exits provide local access: Exits 285, 287, and 289. The town's historic downtown is approximately 1 mile (1.6 km) from I-17 and contains a grocery store, physician facilities, shopping, dining, historical museum, Fort Verde State Historic Park, chamber of commerce/visitor center, and town offices. Camp Verde is located at 34°34′0″N 111°51′22″W (34.5667, -111.8562).

Camp Verde's population was 285 in the 1960 census. By the 1980s, the population had grown to 3,824. As of the census of 2000, there were 9,451 people, 2,611 households, and 2,538 families residing in the town. The population density was 222.0 inhabitants per square mile (85.7/km²). There were 3,969 housing units at an average density of 93.2 per square mile (36.0/km²). The racial makeup of the town was 85.1% White, 0.4% Black or African American, 7.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 4.7% from other races, and 2.2% from two or more races. 10.9% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 2,611 households, out of which 27.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.9% were married couples living together, 9.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.7% were non-families. 24.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.52 and the average family size was 2.97.

Health and wellness are prioritized in Camp Verde, with several healthcare providers and wellness centers serving the community. Camp Verde Health Center is a primary care clinic that offers a range of medical services, including preventive care, minor illness treatment, and chronic disease management. Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) West Campus, located in nearby Prescott, AZ, YRMC West Campus is a full-service hospital offering emergency care, surgical services, and various medical specialties. Northern Arizona Physical Therapy Associates provides physical therapy services for various conditions and injuries, including post-surgical rehabilitation. Copper Canyon Day Spa is a full-service spa offering massages, facials, body treatments, and spa packages for relaxation and wellness.

The Spa of Sedona, located nearby in Sedona, offers a variety of spa treatments including massages, facials, and holistic therapies. EntireCare Rehab provides physical therapy services for various conditions and injuries, including post-surgical rehabilitation.

Top Sites in Camp Verde, AZ: Montezuma Castle, Verde Valley Archaeology Center and Museum, and Fort Verde State Historic Park. 

Population: 12,409 (2022). Elevation: 3,147 ft. ZIP code: 86322. Area code: 928. Area: 42.6 square miles (110 km²).

FAQs

What is Camp Verde, AZ is known for?

Attractions are what make Camp Verde, AZ popular. These places include Montezuma Castle National Monument, Montezuma's Well, the Verde River, Fort Verde Historic State Park, Out of Africa Wildlife Park, and Cliff Castle Casino, which has an arcade, other children's activities, a bowling alley, and several restaurants. Residents and visitors can enjoy outdoor activities such as horseback riding, four-wheeling, jeep tours, hiking, camping, canoeing, kayaking, and fishing. The phrase “Camp Verde is Arizona’s best-kept little secret” is very illustrative of why residents call Camp Verde their hometown.

What is the history of Camp Verde, AZ?

As the oldest community in the valley, the Town has a unique history, dating back to the early 1860′s. Settlers first began migrating into the Verde Valley because of the mining industry. The first military establishment was a temporary post overlooking the farms at West Clear Creek. In 1865, the next post, Camp Lincoln was established.

Are there historical landmarks in Camp Verde, AZ?

The historic Commanding Officer Quarters in Fort Verde was built in 1871 and is on the grounds of the Fort Verde Museum located at 125 E. Hollamon St. The historic Bachelor Officers’ Quarters in Fort Verde was built in 1871. The main Administration Building of Fort Verde was built in 1871 and is located at 125 E. Hollamon St. It contained the main offices from which the decisions as to the operations of the fort were made. It now houses the Visitor Center of the Fort Verde Museum and contains exhibits, period artifacts from military life, and the history of the Indian Scouts and Indian Wars era.

Sources

Town of Camp Verde

Wikipedia

Montezuma Castle

Verde Valley Archaeology Center and Museum 

Fort Verde State Historic Park

Camp Verde Health Center

Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) West Campus

Northern Arizona Physical Therapy Associates

Copper Canyon Day Spa

The Spa of Sedona

EntireCare Rehab

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