Dad’s Ultimate Weekend Getaway

Father’s Day is coming up quickly! As of this writing, we’re getting pretty close to sold out for the holiday weekend, but if you act fast, you can probably snag a reservation for the special dad in your life! It’s so fun to get out of town for special occasions, and celebrating Dad definitely qualifies as one. I love how every dad is unique, so I put together a list of activity ideas for three different types of dads. Enjoy, and then get to work planning dad's getaway in Strawberry, Arizona!

For the dad who loves adventure:

Rim Country is the perfect spot for adventure! This list is by no means exhaustive, but is a great way to get started during a getaway. First, make sure you have your fishing license, grab your reel and tackle, and go fish in the East Verde River! It is stocked year-round with trout. We rarely come back empty handed after fishing excursions.

Next, get a little mud on the tires! If you have 4WD, there is no shortage of off-road trails for you. If you want to rent an off-road vehicle, there are several rental options in Payson. It’s a really fun way to see some of the areas off the beaten path.

Last, plan a hike to Water Wheel Falls. This hike is great for all levels of experience, and is really fun for all ages. This time of year, it’s so refreshing to get in the water to cool off. Pack plenty of water, snacks, water shoes, and make a day of it!

For the dad who just wants to chill:

Sometimes, a getaway means completely unplugging and unwinding. We totally get that and are big fans! First up on our suggestions for you: yard games here at the Inn! We have cornhole, giant 4-in-a-row, giant tumbling blocks, and more!

Next, make sure you book a property with a hot tub and fire pit so you can relax under the stars. Turn on a movie after that for the ultimate night of relaxation.

Lastly, when I think of relaxing, I think of curling up on the couch with some delicious dessert. We’ve got you covered. Grab a sampling of dessert empanadas from Pie Bar (seriously, you can’t go wrong. Just get a bunch). Cozy up on the couch, the porch swing, or on a blanket under the stars and enjoy!

For the dad who loves great food:

For being such a tiny town, we have a LOT to offer in terms of delicious food options. To get you started after checking in to your accommodations, head to Old County Inn. If you time it right, there will likely be live music too! You really can’t go wrong with any of the menu options, but we really love the Chix and Pix and the Meat Pie.

Next up, grab breakfast the next morning at Fossil Creek Farm. It’s a quaint, family owned, delicious mountain town restaurant with amazing food options for breakfast and lunch.

For lunch, I suggest checking out the Old County Burger. As the name suggests, it's run by the same folks slinging pies at Old County Inn. The food is fantastic!

This is all just to get you started! Maybe the dad in your life is a little bit of each category. Regardless of what you end up doing, I hope that the special dad in your life feels loved, celebrated, and has a great time! Click here to book your stay, and don’t forget to peruse other blog posts for more ideas of what to do!

-Carson & Amber