Clarkdale, Arizona

Clarkdale is located in northern Arizona only 130 miles from Phoenix, 2 miles from Cottonwood, 6 miles from Jerome,  20 miles from Camp Verde,  40 miles from Prescott,  60 miles from Flagstaff,  and about 20 miles from Sedona. You can even make a day trip to the Grand Canyon from Clarkdale.                     (click here to view area map)  
 
Founded in 1912 by William Andrews Clark, Clarkdale is known as Arizona’s first “Master Planned” community claiming to be one of the most modern mining towns of its time.  Construction of Clarkdale took place over many years, beginning in 1914 and finishing in 1930. The phased construction led to various approved architectural styles, such as: Mission, English Cottage, Bungalow, Craftsman, Eclectic, Tudor and Spanish Colonial Revival. In 1989 Clarkdale was placed on the National Register of Historic Places, comprised of 386 homes and buildings. It is rural Arizona's largest Historic District!
 
Located at the base of Cleopatra Hill, Clarkdale, Arizona is a former company town that was founded by William A. Clark, the owner of one of Jerome, Arizona's largest copper mines. Clarkdale was one of the country's best "company towns," being owned by the United Verde Copper Company and providing housing and services for its employees who worked in the nearby smelter. Clark made many technological improvements to the mining process and created the United Verde and Pacific Railroad in 1894 that eventually turned his company into the richest privately owned copper mine in the world! Mining operations were discontinued in 1953 and Clarkdale was incorporated in 1957.
 
Today the old smelter lies quiet and Clarkdale is best described as a bedroom community, it's downtown now occupied by antique shops and restaurants rather then grocery and hardware stores and meat markets.  Clarkdale's bungalow homes are unique to view. They were built when William Clark owned the town and today stand as a testiment to Clark's vision.
 
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While Clarkdale is a very small town, there are  several businesses which will be happy to serve us throughout the weekend.  May Madness will be serving delicious, nutritious and festive snacks throughout the weekend. Saturday night dinner will be catered by Cottonwood's Abbie Ashford.  But you will be on your own for lunches and libations (PLEASE NOTE: absolutely no alcohol will be permitted on the premises of the Clarkdale Clubhouse!!).  The following local Clarkdale establishments look forward to serving your needs!!
  • The 10-12 Lounge, located in downtown Clarkdale Arizona, is an upscale lounge for those who would like to enjoy a drink, some entertainment and a pleasant atmosphere. They also have a large outdoor patio area with cool shade...  if you sit at the patio, you can look across street and see our venue, the Clark Memorial Clubhouse.  The location couldn't be better!
  • The Main Street Cafe & Pizzaria is just next door to the 10-12 Lounge.  Their menuis diverse and features lunch and dinner items. Check out their daily specials, dinner entrees, burgers and hot sandwiches, fresh house-made pizza with a range of appetizers and desserts!  You can dine in restaurant, get your food "to-go", or enjoy it next door at the 10-12 Lounge—we'll deliver it to you there while you enjoy their music or a drink. You might want to consider getting a to-go item to enjoy during our "Concert in the Park" with Elixir Friday night! Open 11:00am to 9:00pm Wednesday through Monday.
  • Su Casa Restaurantis also located in Clarkdale's charming and historic downtown area. They serve very reasonably priced  Arizonan and Sonoran Mexican food in a comfortable and colorful setting. Famous for its homemade chili rellenos, Su Casa also features a range of wonderful vegetarian entrees, outstanding margaritas, and several unique house specialties. It has separate smoking and nonsmoking dining rooms and a full bar. Hours: 11:00 am- 9:00 pm Friday and Saturday, 11:00-8:00 on Sunday.  (928) 634-2771
  • The Clarkdale News Stand is a bar on Main Street.  With pool tables and no-smoking, check it out for a cold drink on a hot day!    Located at 911 Main St, the New Stand is open daily from about 11:30 am until last call at 2:00 am.  Sorry, no news!!   (928) 634-5191
  • The "E-Go" Gallery features the work of local artists.  read about the opening of the gallery here.  Located at 921 Main Street, the gallery is open Thursday - Monday, 11:00-4:00.  
  • The Clarkdale Classic Gas Station is a one-of-a-kind! Built in 1942, the station has been owned and operated as a full service gas station by Mike Hensley since 1989, who has restored it back to its copper exterior throughout the years.  With full-time mechanics and  other emplyees they do everything from tires to full engine swaps. The owner has worked on almost every make of car for over 40 years, and prides the station on providing honest work at good prices.  Mon-Sat, 8am-6pm - (928) 639-0432