Jerome -
Jerome, founded in 1883 was once a booming copper mining town. In 1903, brothels, casinos and general vice earned Jerome the dubious distinction of “The wickedest town in the west.” By 1938, the mines had played out and Jerome became a ghost town. In the 1980’s an interesting collection of hippies, bikers and artists reclaimed the town and over the past few decades it has become a cool tourist “ghost” town. The road to Jerome has treacherous switchbacks that climb Mingus Mountain, but the destination is WELL worth the 40 minute drive from Lo Lo Mai.
One of the natural wonders of the world, the South Rim of the Grand Canyon is a scenic 2 ½ hour drive from Lo Lo Mai. Many of our guests pop up for the day to check out the big ditch.
Northern Arizona is home to many incredible Indian ruins. On the saddle peak across from Lo Lo Mai rests an unrestored Sinagua ruin. More famous restored ruins can be enjoyed just minutes from Lo Lo Mai.
Tuzigoot –
A Sinagua village is the central point of this national monument. About 30 minutes from Lo Lo Mai, we recommend taking at least half a day to explore this incredible archeological site.
Montezuma’s Well and Montezuma’s Castle –
Each of these ruins is about 20 minutes from Lo Lo Mai. Both are easily accessible and can be enjoyed in a short amount of time. Because they are so close to I-17, they can easily be enjoyed while traveling to or from Lo Lo Mai if you don’t have the time to visit them during your stay.
