They joined into one city around 1870's. C.E. Cooley and Marion Clark had a 100,000 acre cattle ranch together in Pinetop-Lakeside. After six years they broke up their partnership. They drew cards to see who would buy out the other's town. The land is covered with lush, green pine trees.
Gold leaves appear in the fall.
At night you sleep easily, listening to the soft whispers of the cool nights. Many animals and birds roam the trees and sky.