From the pine-covered hills of Prescott to the red rocks of Sedona, here’s why so many people choose Yavapai County to retire, relax, and stay active. If you picture retirement as a rocking chair and a television, Yavapai County may change your mind. Here, the biggest decision of the day might be whether to play a round of golf, hike through the pines, ride a scenic train, wander a historic mining town, or meet friends for lunch on a sunny patio. Located in the heart of Arizona, the county blends outdoor recreation, Western history, small-town friendliness, and beautiful scenery into a lifestyle that keeps you moving. Each community has its own character, from Prescott and Prescott Valley to Chino Valley, Cottonwood, Clarkdale, Jerome, and Sedona. Some people come for the weather. Others come for the mountains, the golf courses, the horse country, or the wide-open spaces. Many stay because they find friends, get involved, and discover plenty of reasons to leave the house. And you...