Located in the mountains of northern Arizona, Flagstaff is not the Arizona experience you may expect. At an elevation of 7,000 feet (2,134 meters), amid the world’s largest contiguous Ponderosa pine forest, Flagstaff is a four-season hub of activity where an eclectic mix of small-town charm and endless outdoor adventure beckons. Echo's of a rugged pioneer past blend with modern-day innovation to create a destination full of activities to keep visitors busy both inside and out.

Rich with excitement and alive with cultural diversity, beauty and history, visitors worldwide are attracted to the clean mountain air, year-round outdoor recreation, lively festivals and authentic historic charm.

Flagstaff is the gateway to the Grand Canyon, making a fun-filled day trip to this geologic wonder easy and convenient. Seeing it in a movie is one thing, but the breathtaking beauty that rushes at you when you peer over the edge is entirely something different. Grab the camera and explore this majestic canyon from every angle

Flagstaff is the world’s first International Dark Sky City, a designation Lowell Observatory has been taking advantage of for more than a century. The discovery of Pluto is just one feather in Lowell’s astronomical cap, highlighting a storied history and a bright future of scientific research. Visitors can lift their gazes upward alongside the researchers, taking in distant stars, planets, and galaxies from both modern equipment and some of the original telescopes that are still in working order today.