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Greer
Eden Index
Climate
7.9
•
Recreation
6.5
•
Community
•
Safeguard
5.5/10
Greer, Arizona is a small, picturesque town located in the White Mountains region of eastern Arizona. The climate is mild with cool summers and snowy winters, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts year-round. The hydrology constituents include the Little Colorado River and several creeks, providing ample opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and canoeing. The surrounding forests offer miles of hiking and biking trails, as well as opportunities for wildlife viewing and photography. In the winter, visitors can enjoy skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling in the nearby mountains. Overall, Greer is a great destination for outdoor recreation and exploration in a beautiful natural setting.
What is the Eden Index?
The Snoflo Eden Index serves as a comprehensive rating system for regions, evaluating their desirability through a holistic assessment of climate health, outdoor recreation opportunities, and natural disaster risk, acknowledging the profound impact of these factors on livability and well-being.
Climate Health Indicator (CHI): 7.9
Greer receives approximately
808mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 50%
and air temperatures averaging around
6°C.
Greer has a plant hardyness factor of
6, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region thrive during a short period during spring and early summer. Most
plants will die off during the colder winter months.
By considering the ideal temperature range, reliable water supplies, clean air, and stable seasonal rain or snowpacks, the Climate Health Indicator (CHI) underscores the significance of a healthy climate as the foundation for quality living.
A healthy climate is paramount for ensuring a high quality of life and livability in a region, fostering both physical well-being and environmental harmony. This can be characterized by ideal temperatures, reliable access to water supplies, clean air, and consistent seasonal rain or snowpacks.
Weather Forecast
Streamflow Conditions
Salt
Area Rivers
Salt
Snowpack Depths
Salt
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Salt
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 6.5
The Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI) recognizes the value of outdoor recreational options, such as parks, hiking trails, camping sites, and fishing spots, while acknowledging that climate plays a pivotal role in ensuring the comfort and consistency of these experiences.
Access to outdoor recreational opportunities, encompassing activities such as parks, hiking, camping, and fishing, is crucial for overall well-being, and the climate plays a pivotal role in enabling and enhancing these experiences, ensuring that individuals can engage in nature-based activities comfortably and consistently.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winn | 63 | 9,320 ft | |||
| Honeymoon | 4 | 5,433 ft | |||
| Granville | 12 | 6,745 ft | |||
| Shush Bezahze | 6 | 7,931 ft | |||
| Brookchar | 13 | 8,991 ft | |||
| Rainbow | 161 | 9,121 ft | |||
| Gabaldon | None | 9,402 ft | |||
| McCoy Bridge | 10 | 7,762 ft | |||
| Lyman Lake State Park | 61 | 5,994 ft | |||
| Shush Be Tou | 20 | 7,852 ft | |||
| Hawley Lake | 100 | 8,194 ft | |||
| Los Burros | 10 | 7,890 ft | |||
| Rolfe C. Hoyer | 91 | 8,320 ft | |||
| Grayling | 23 | 9,050 ft | |||
| Benny Creek | 24 | 8,261 ft | |||
| Cutthroat | 18 | 9,068 ft | |||
| Horseshoe Cienega | 70 | 8,226 ft | |||
| Sunrise Lake | 200 | 9,341 ft |
Nearby Ski Areas
Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI):
The Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI) recognizes that natural disaster risk, encompassing floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, can drastically affect safety and the overall appeal of an area.
The level of natural disaster risk in a region significantly affects safety and the overall livability, with climate change amplifying these risks by potentially increasing the frequency and intensity of events like floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, thereby posing substantial challenges to community resilience and well-being.
Community Resilience Indicator (CRI):
The Community Resilience Indicator (CRI) recognizes that education, healthcare, and socioeconomics are crucial to the well-being of a region. The CRI acknowledges the profound impact of these elements on residents' overall quality of life. By evaluating educational resources, healthcare accessibility, and economic inclusivity, the index captures the essential aspects that contribute to a thriving community, fostering resident satisfaction, equity, and social cohesion.