A Local's Guide · Northern Arizona
Things to Do in Northern Arizona
From Flagstaff's mountain trails and observatories to Williams' Route 66 main street, Sedona's red rocks, and the Grand Canyon, this is a local's guide to the activities, attractions, and events that make this corner of Arizona special.
We add a new activity profile each week, covering Flagstaff, Williams, Sedona, the Grand Canyon, and the Route 66 corridor. Bookmark this page and check back as the guide grows.
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Flagstaff
Mountain town energy, starry skies, and outdoor adventure on every side.
Williams
Historic Route 66, wildlife, and the train that runs to the Grand Canyon.
Sedona
Red rock trails, canyon scenery, and high-desert light.
Grand Canyon
One of the world's great natural wonders, an hour and a half from Flagstaff.
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Featured Places & Things to Do
Genuine, well-known spots around Northern Arizona, profiled by a local who has lived and worked here for more than two decades.
Flagstaff
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Lowell Observatory: A Night Under Flagstaff's Starry Skies
Flagstaff's storied observatory puts the night sky front and center. A visit here is a reminder of why this mountain town became one of America's great stargazing destinations.
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Sunset Crater: A Volcano on Flagstaff's Doorstep
A drive-up volcano on the edge of Flagstaff, Sunset Crater shows visitors a raw volcanic landscape of cinder cones and lava fields shaped around a thousand years ago.
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Arizona Snowbowl: Flagstaff's Mountain Playground
Arizona Snowbowl spreads across the slopes of the San Francisco Peaks, Flagstaff's tallest mountain, with skiing and snowboarding in winter and scenic chairlift rides in summer and fall.
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Downtown Flagstaff: Route 66 Through a Mountain Town
Flagstaff's historic downtown sits right on Route 66, mixing century-old brick buildings, local shops, restaurants, breweries, and the energy of a university town.
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Grand Canyon Railway: A Classic Ride from Williams
The Grand Canyon Railway has connected Williams to the South Rim since 1901, and today the vintage train makes a classic day trip from the Route 66 town to the canyon's edge.
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Bearizona: North American Wildlife in Williams
Bearizona in Williams lets visitors drive through large natural habitats stocked with North American wildlife, from black bears and wolves to bison and elk, without leaving the car.
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Canyon Coaster Park: Riding the Pines at Williams
An alpine mountain coaster at the edge of Williams sends riders down a steel track through the ponderosa pines, with the throttle in your own hands.
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New Activities Every Week
This guide grows each week with new profiles of places to go and things to do across Northern Arizona. Have a favorite Flagstaff, Williams, or Sedona spot you think belongs here? We would love to hear about it. Choosing where to base your adventures? See the Flagstaff neighborhood guides, and browse the Flagstaff Property Experts blog for seasonal and market updates.
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