Pinedale, Arizona – Small Town of the Week

Pinedale, Arizona

This charming little town is a great place to visit or live if you’re ready for the quiet life. It is known for having the only covered bridge in Arizona and they have excellent schools. At an elevation of 6,500′ you’ll get plenty of snow in the winter and enjoy very pleasant summers.

In 1976, as a Pinedale community Bi-Centennial project, celebrating 200 years as the United States of America, the covered bridge was erected over Pinedale Wash. A few years later, the community constructed the bell tower in the middle of town and installed the original 1892 School Bell, which had hung in all of the early Pinedale Schools.

Sawmills, cattle, sheep and dry-farming have always been the main source of income and sustenance. The U.S. Forest Service also provides a presence. The Cady Lumber Company mill was located south of Pinedale in the 1920s and 1930s in what was called Standard. During the operation of the mill, the town grew to over 500 residents, with its own stores and a hospital.

Pinedale is a town in Arizona with a population of 543. Pinedale is in Navajo County. Living in Pinedale offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes. Many young professionals live in Pinedale and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Pinedale are above average. Pinedale is close to a lot of attractions and things to do, but there are no restaurants, stores or hotels for about 20 miles.