Taylor Arizona
Taylor, located in the broad valley in east central Arizona, has an elevation of 5,460 feet. Its west is covered by the Mogollan Rim, and the south part is covered by the White Mountains which form an almost continuous barrier protecting it from harsh winters and creating a semi-barren climate. Distributed through out these mountains are small lakes which are ideal for swimming and fishing.
The north and south of Taylor is of great contrast, wherein a barren desert and mountain ranges are located respectively. One of the most unique parks of the nation is the Petrified Forest National Park wherein the Navajo Indian Reservation and Painted Desert is located. The Navajo Indian Reservation also contains such attractions as the Monument Valley and the “Oraibi” which is located on the Hopi Indian Reservation and is considered as the oldest continually occupied village in the U.S.
Taylor, which was established by James Pearce and was named after John Taylor who was an English-born president of the Church of Latter-day Saints, was recognized in 1881 and incorporated in 1966. Taylor has seven sites listed under the National Register.
