Welcome to Northern Arizona!
Hikes
A great 9 mile round-trip hike up a 10,000ft+ mountain. This hike has about 3,000 feet of climbing, so bring plenty of water. The northern rim of the Grand Canyon is visible from the summit on clear days.
7 locals recommend
Kendrick Mountain Trailhead
A great 9 mile round-trip hike up a 10,000ft+ mountain. This hike has about 3,000 feet of climbing, so bring plenty of water. The northern rim of the Grand Canyon is visible from the summit on clear days.
Explore this 1-mile-long lava tube in Kaibab National Forest. Bring several sources of light (there is no lighting in the cave) and a jacket: temperatures can be chilly in the cave year-round.
150 locals recommend
Lava River Cave
171B Forest RdExplore this 1-mile-long lava tube in Kaibab National Forest. Bring several sources of light (there is no lighting in the cave) and a jacket: temperatures can be chilly in the cave year-round.
Our backyard volcano! Hike up this old cindercone for an incredible view of the neighborhood.
Klostermeyer Hill
Our backyard volcano! Hike up this old cindercone for an incredible view of the neighborhood.
A challenging, but beautiful, hike to the summit. There are many additional trails in the area.
46 locals recommend
Humphreys Peak
A challenging, but beautiful, hike to the summit. There are many additional trails in the area.
Sightseeing
Kaibab Lake Campground
Forest Service Road 47A quaint, quiet local lake with fishing.
Two Guns
2 GunsAn interesting ghost town with a vivid history.
It's entirely possible to drive through the Petrified Forest and Painted Desert in one day. I recommend speaking to a park ranger and asking what their top choices are for 1-2 mile hikes.
74 locals recommend
Petrified Forest National Park
It's entirely possible to drive through the Petrified Forest and Painted Desert in one day. I recommend speaking to a park ranger and asking what their top choices are for 1-2 mile hikes.
Food scene
Get the chilaquiles! Perfect for after a day of hiking in Flagstaff.
205 locals recommend
MartAnnes Burrito Palace
112 E Rte 66Get the chilaquiles! Perfect for after a day of hiking in Flagstaff.
A classic Route 66 diner with epic, large, portions.
14 locals recommend
Mike & Ronda's The Place Restaurant East
3518 W Historic Rte 66A classic Route 66 diner with epic, large, portions.
Late For the Train
19A E Aspen AveGreat local coffee place with reliable wifi.
Excellent local coffee shop with reliable WiFi and outdoor seating.
44 locals recommend
Kickstand Kafe
719 N Humphreys StExcellent local coffee shop with reliable WiFi and outdoor seating.
Pizza Factory
214 W Rte 66Solid pizza option in Williams!
Community
Great for last-minute grocery needs, post office needs, and occasional community events.
Parks Feed and Mercantile
518 N Parks RdGreat for last-minute grocery needs, post office needs, and occasional community events.
City advice
Customs and culture
Trail Running & Run Clubs
Northern Arizona Trail Runners have a community run each weekend. They're suitable for folks of all abilities. Info on the location of their next run can be found at natra.org
What to pack
Bring Layers!
While our elevation helps keep temperatures cool, layers are essential- both for warmth and for sun protection. A rain jacket or windbreaker is my go-to article of clothing to keep me warm when the weather gets breezy.