Where: From Courthouse Square in downtown Prescott, go 3.4 miles west on Gurley Street (which becomes Thumb Butte Road) to Thumb Butte Recreation Area. Details: 928-443-8000, ...

From downtown Prescott, travel 1.8 miles west on Gurley Street to Sherwood Drive. Turn left and continue 0.2 mile to the Strickland Park sign on the left. Park along the street.

The West Side Story Trail in Prescott, AZ, rewards hikers with views of Granite Mountain and Thumb Butte. How to hike this twisty route near town.