Show Low: Exploring Arizona’s Fastest Growing City
Considered as the largest city in the White Mountains, and one of the thriving and continuously growing cities in Arizona is the city of Show Low, AZ. The city was named after a statue that is commemorating a card game. Early settlers Corydon Cooley and Marion Clark had an issue to be settled, not with a gun but with a deck of cards. The game was called Seven-up and whoever has the lowest card wins. During the climax of the game Clark said to Cooley, "If you show low, you win" which Cooley answered "Show Low it is" - thus the name of the city.
Best Time to Visit
Based on weather statistics, May to October are the best months to visit Show Low, Arizona for outdoor activities. December through February with some mountain peaks favorable for skiing in the region.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Are you ready to test your luck and see how lucky you can get at the Hon-Dah Casino? Play slots, out your game face on at the tables or just mingle with the elite crowd in the casino. Play a game of golf at the Pine Meadows Country Club or the Pinetop Lakes Golf & Country Club and see how your skills measure up against your friends. Stunning views of the Tall Timbers County Park will keep you entertained with its blooming flora and interesting local fauna. Show Low Museum offers odd and interesting trivia about the region, waiting for you to discover. Hampton Inn & Suites Show Low-Pinetop and Holiday Inn Express Show Low offer great rooms and services that will keep you comfortable during your stay.