The Granite Creek Area Today

Granite Creek runs through the City of Prescott, connecting the City’s northern reaches with the Downtown. Development on the west side of the creek is mostly elevated above the creek, development on the east side of the creek is generally at the same grade as the creek.

Formal access to the Granite Creek Trail within downtown is at Goodwin and Gurley Streets. Willis Street, provides informal , Willis Street, the downtown park and recently constructed Hilton Garden Inn and Aubrey Street offer informal access to the Granite Creek Trail.

While most development abutting the creek is mostly oriented towards the street face, some businesses have recognized the value of a creek side location and oriented towards it. When the creek is visible, it is mostly from areas identified for parking.