Flagstaff VISITOR GUIDE The Official Visitor Guide of the Flagstaff

Flagstaff 2009 VISITOR GUIDE The Official Visitor Guide of the Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau The destination for all seasons Flagstaff 2009 Visitor Guide Welcome to Flagstaff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Flagstaff Attractions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Regional Attractions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recreation and Adventure . . . . . . . . . . . Transportation and Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . Arts and Entertainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . Map of Flagstaff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shopping Opportunities . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hotels and Motels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bed and Breakfasts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cabins, Hostels and Lodges . . . . . . . . . . Campgrounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dining and Nightlife . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Visitor Center Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Climate and Comfort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Information Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 3 8 13 18 21 22 24 26 32 34 35 36 43 44 45 Welcome to Flagstaff The Destination for All Seasons Flagstaff is a special place, combining a modern sense of discovery with a strong Western legacy echoing the days of our region’s pioneer ranchers, railroad builders and lumbermen. Rich with excitement and alive with cultural diversity, beauty and history, Flagstaff is home to amazing educational, recreational and scientific opportunities. Visitors from the world over are attracted to our clean mountain air and the West’s most beautiful country, from the alpine forests of our San Francisco Peaks (12,633 feet/ 3,851 meters) to the rugged deserts of neighboring Native American nations. Grand Canyon National Park, Wupatki National Monument and Meteor Crater are all within easy driving distance, as are many more archaeological treasures and attractions. Additionally, Flagstaff proudly boasts Lowell Observatory, the Museum of Northern Arizona, Riordan Mansion State Historic Park, The Arboretum at Flagstaff and authentic Route 66 nostalgia. Today, modern day explorers, outdoor enthusiasts, river runners, mountain climbers, hikers, scientists, educators, artists and seekers of wide open spaces continue to make their way to Flagstaff for the mystique, charm and freedom of the American West. On behalf of the Flagstaff community, we welcome you! THE OFFICIAL FLAGSTAFF 2009 VISITOR GUIDE Published by the Flagstaff Convention and Visitors Bureau F L A G S TA F F V I S I T O R C E N T E R One East Route 66 • Flagstaff, Arizona 86001-5530 USA 800-842-7293 • 928-774-9541 flagstaffarizona.org visitorcenter@ci.flagstaff.az.us 1 Surrounded by world-famous attractions Distances from Flagstaff Miles Km Attractions The Arboretum at Flagstaff 4001 S. Woody Mountain Rd. 928-774-1442 • thearb.org Flagstaff Albuquerque, NM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Canyon de Chelly National Monument . Grand Canyon National Park . . . . . . . . Hoover Dam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hopi Reservation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lake Powell and Page . . . . . . . . . . . . Las Vegas, NV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Laughlin, NV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Los Angeles, CA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Meteor Crater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Monument Valley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Navajo Reservation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Painted Desert and Petrified Forest . . . Phoenix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Prescott . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tucson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sedona . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument Walnut Canyon National Monument . . . Williams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wupatki National Monument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323 . 212 . 81 . 214 . 70 . 136 . 252 . 200 . 467 . 45 . 171 . 52 . 116 . 142 . 87 . 257 . 28 . 15 . 7 . 32 . 39 520 341 130 344 113 219 406 322 752 72 275 84 187 229 140 414 45 24 12 51 63 Explore one of the nation's largest collections of highcountry wildflowers at “America's Mountain Garden.” Situated at 7,150 feet in elevation, this 200acre botanical garden and nature preserve offers spectacular views of the San Francisco Peaks, a nature trail through a ponderosa pine forest, daily live birds of prey programs and a gift shop. Guided tours at 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Open April-October, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Arizona Historical Society-Pioneer Museum 2340 N. Fort Valley Rd. • 928-774-6272 • arizonahistoricalsociety.org The Pioneer Museum is housed in the former Coconino County Hospital for the Indigent, often called the Poor Farm by locals. The three-acre property includes numerous territorialera buildings and a steam locomotive. See exhibits on early medicine, Route 66, logging, Flagstaff history and the Grand Canyon. Open Monday-Saturday 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Closed on Sunday. Arizona Snowbowl Off Highway 180, north on Snowbowl Rd. • 928-779-1951 snow report 928-779-4577 • arizonasnowbowl.com Your year-round playground. Winter: 2,300-foot vertical drop, average snowfall of 260 inches, 32 trails, four chairlifts. Rental equipment, banquets, ski school, special events. Skiing mid-December through mid-April 9:00 a.m.4:00 p.m. Summer: Scenic Skyride to 11,500 feet for incredible views. Dining, disc golf. Open Memorial Day weekend through mid-October 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. 2 flagstaffarizona.org 800.842.7293 3 Coconino Center for the Arts 2300 N. Fort Valley Rd. • 928-779-2300 culturalpartners.org Flagstaff Symphony Orchestra 113-A E. Aspen Ave. • 928-774-5107 flagstaffsymphony.org Showcasing the very best of local and regional artwork in the largest art gallery in Northern Arizona. Popular exhibitions include the 8th Annual Recycled Art Show (April), the Exhibition of Dance (mid-May through mid-August) and the “It’s Elemental” fine crafts exhibition (December). Regular hours are TuesdaySaturday 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. The Flagstaff Symphony Orchestra (FSO) is recognized as one of the premier regional orchestras in the country. FSO’s seven-concert series runs from September through April at NAU’s Ardrey Auditorium. FSO also presents its popular free Summer Pops Series at Pine Mountain Amphitheater. Concert schedule and ticket information is available online. Coconino National Forest 1824 S.Thompson St. • 928-527-3600 fs.fed.us/r3/coconino Heritage Square Downtown on Aspen Ave. between Leroux St. and San Francisco St. 928-853-4292 • heritagesquaretrust.org The world’s largest contiguous ponderosa pine forest surrounds Flagstaff. With elevations ranging from 2,600 to 12,633 feet, the forest features diversity from desert cactus to alpine tundra and is home to a variety of wildlife. Respect and enjoy your national forests. A friendly gathering spot in the heart of downtown, the Square is the place to find an array of free entertainment events. “Thursdays on the Square,” a live music series, is offered from Memorial through Labor Day. Also in the summer, “Movies on the Square,” popular with families, plays here Friday nights and the Heritage Square Trust summer concert series entertains on weekend afternoons. Lowell Observatory Continental Country Club 2380 N. Oakmont Dr. • tee times 928-527-7999 pro shop 928-527-7997 • continentalflagstaff.com 1400 W. Mars Hill Rd. • 928-233-3211 • lowell.edu Narrow ponderosa pine-lined fairways, open meadows, lush fairways, and fast greens set against the backdrop of Mount Elden combine to make Continental Country Club a great golfing experience. Open to the public. Groups are welcome. Complete pro shop. Driving range. PGA professionals available for lessons. Founded in 1894 by Percival Lowell, the Observatory is active in research and also welcomes visitors yearround for tours and telescope viewing. Guided tours take visitors to the classic 24-inch refracting telescope built in 1896 and through the historic Rotunda Museum. Open daily for tours and many evenings for telescope viewing. Flagstaff Nordic Center Highway 180, mile marker 232,15 miles northwest of downtown Flagstaff 928-220-0550 • flagstaffnordiccenter.com Museum of Northern Arizona 3101 N. Fort Valley Rd. 928-774-5213 • musnaz.org Flagstaff Nordic Center offers more than 25 miles of groomed crosscountry trails and 10 miles of snowshoe trails through beautiful forests. The trails will entertain and challenge beginner and seasoned cross-county skiers alike. Rentals and lessons available. Located one mile from Crowley Pit snowplay area. Open Monday-Sunday, 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. 4 flagstaffarizona.org Now celebrating its 80th year, MNA is one of the great regional museums of our world in one of Earth’s most spectacular landscapes. The museum and its nine exhibit galleries evoke the very spirit of the Colorado Plateau and its richly diverse Native cultures, tribal lifeways, natural sciences, ecology and fine arts. Museum Shop and Bookstore on-site. Open daily 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. 800.842.7293 5 Northern Arizona University NAU campus, Flagstaff • 928-523-5511 • ticket office 928-523-5661 • nau.edu Northern Arizona University (NAU) invites you to enjoy a variety of oncampus performing arts, athletic events and fine arts displays throughout the year. While you are in Flagstaff, explore the impressive exhibits at NAU Art Museum, moving symphony performances, engaging theater productions, or cheer on the Lumberjack athletic teams. Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument 12 miles north of Flagstaff via Highway 89 • 928-526-0502 nps.gov/sucr Born in a series of eruptions 900 years ago, Sunset Crater is still the youngest volcano on the Colorado Plateau. Visitor center exhibits explain the powerful geologic forces and their aftermath. See for yourself on the one-mile, selfguided Lava Flow Trail. Open daily 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Extended summer hours, please call. Closed on Christmas. Northern Arizona University Art Museum NAU campus, Old Main, Building 10, on the corner of Tormey Ave. and Knoles Dr. • 928-523-3471 • 4.nau.edu/art_museum/index.html Walnut Canyon National Monument 10 miles east of downtown Flagstaff via I-40, Exit 204 928-526-3367 • nps.gov/waca The Northern Arizona University Art Museum is located in the Old Main Building on the NAU campus. From Tozan Kiln ceramics to stained and blown glass, from painting to sculpture, professional artists around the world are displayed for the community to enjoy throughout a variety of mediums. The prestigious permanent collection is also exhibited in selected shows. Open Monday-Friday 10:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Saturday 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Walk among the cliff dwellings and pueblos where people lived only 800 years ago. Experience the dramatic geology, varied vegetation and abundant wildlife that made their lives possible. The strenuous one-mile Island Trail descends into Walnut Canyon. The shorter Rim Trail offers overlooks, forest and a pithouse. Open daily 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Extended summer hours, please call. Closed on Christmas. Wupatki National Monument 33 miles north of Flagstaff via Highway 89 • 928-679-2365 • nps.gov/wupa Riordan Mansion State Historic Park 409 W. Riordan Rd. • 928-779-4395 azstateparks.com Completed in 1904 in the Arts and Crafts style of architecture, the historic mansion is expansive, with more than 40 rooms and 13,000 square feet of living area and servants’ quarters. A tour guide will lead you through this richly furnished home, filled with original artifacts, Stickley furniture and many other personal possessions of the Riordan families. Also featured are a visitor center, a self-guided tour of the grounds and picnic tables. Reservations are recommended for the mansion tour. Rock walls of 800-year-old pueblos dot a desert landscape once home to thousands of people. Visitor center exhibits explain how they survived by farming, hunting and gathering, and trading. Short trails lead to Wupatki, Lomaki, and other pueblos. The scenic drive to Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument climbs rapidly from desert to mountain landscapes. Open daily 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Extended summer hours, please call. Closed on Christmas. 6 flagstaffarizona.org 800.842.7293 7 Attractions Canyon de Chelly National Monument 3 miles east of Highway 191 on Route 7, Chinle, Arizona • 928-674-5508 • nps.gov/cach Regional Glen Canyon National Recreation Area 691 Scenic View Dr., Page, Arizona 928-608-6404 • nps.gov/glca The park lies in the midst of the nation’s most rugged canyon country. Lake Powell, formed by one of the world’s highest dams, stretches for 186 miles along the old Colorado River channel with a shoreline of 1,960 miles. Boating, camping, fishing, swimming and sightseeing opportunities abound. With its beautiful, steep-walled canyons and numerous Native American ruins nestled below towering cliffs, Canyon de Chelly National Monument offers visitors the chance to learn about Southwestern Native American history from the early Pueblo to the Navajos who still live in the area. Selfguided rim drives and one self-guided hike. Backcountry tours require a park service permit with an authorized Navajo guide. Visitor center open daily 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Closed on Christmas. Grand Canyon National Park 81 miles northwest of Flagstaff via Highways 180 and 64 928-638-7888 • nps.gov/grca Dead Horse Ranch State Park 675 Dead Horse Ranch Rd., Cottonwood, Arizona 928-634-5283 • azstateparks.com Often described as Earth’s greatest geological showcase, the breathtaking ensemble of colorful rock layers, impressive buttes and shadowed side canyons sets Grand Canyon apart. Enjoy the views, hike a trail, observe the wildlife, watch a sunrise or sunset, or immerse yourself in almost two billion years of geology. Grand Canyon Railway 233 N. Grand Canyon Blvd., Williams, Arizona • 800-THE-TRAIN (800-843-8724) • thetrain.com Dead Horse Ranch is situated amidst an abundance of life along the Verde River. Its unique ecosystem, the cottonwood-willow riparian ecosystem, is one of less than 20 such riparian zones in the world. Camping facilities are available with more than 150 sites. The Verde River and the park's lagoons provide excellent fishing opportunities. Miles of developed trails provide opportunities for hiking, mountain biking and equestrian use. Fort Verde State Historic Park 125 E. Hollaman St., Camp Verde, Arizona 928-567-3275 • azstateparks.com Travel a century-old rail line to the heart of Grand Canyon National Park aboard a vintage train with four classes of carefully restored passenger service. Journey through pine forests and wide-open prairies as musicians play the tunes of the West on this uniquely historic Grand Canyon expedition. Homolovi Ruins State Park I-40 Exit 257, 1.5 miles north on Highway 87, Winslow, Arizona 928-289-4106 • azstateparks.com Experience life through the eyes of a frontier soldier at Fort Verde State Historic Park. Fort Verde was a primary base for General Crook’s U.S. Army scouts and soldiers in the late 19th century. Some of the original buildings still stand, giving visitors a unique glimpse into Arizona’s yesterday. Living history programs are scheduled periodically. Open daily 8:00 a.m-4:30 p.m. Closed on Christmas. 8 Tour and learn about Pueblo Indian ruins and northeastern Arizona heritage. The park offers an informative visitor center and excellent camping opportunities.Open daily 8:00 a.m.5:00 p.m. Closed on Christmas. 800.842.7293 flagstaffarizona.org 9 Hubbell Trading Post National Historic Site 1/2 mile west of Ganado, Arizona on State Route 264 928-755-3475 • nps.gov/hutr Montezuma Castle National Monument 2800 Montezuma Castle Rd., Camp Verde, Arizona • 928-567-3322 • nps.gov/moca Established in the late 1870s, Hubbell Trading Post is the oldest continuously operating trading post in the Navajo Nation. The post continues to serve the Navajo community much as it did 100 years ago. Some of the finest Hopi kachinas and Navajo rugs and jewelry are found here. Open daily; summer 8:00 a.m.6:00 p.m. (daylight-savings time); winter 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. Montezuma Castle is one of the best preserved American Indian cliff dwellings in the United States. Only one hour south of Flagstaff, the trail to view this important prehistoric site is flat and easy with no climbing. From Interstate 17, going south, take Exit 289 east. Fee: $5 per adult, children 15 and younger no charge. Federal passes accepted. Closed on Christmas. Montezuma Well Jerome State Historic Park Douglas Rd., Jerome, Arizona • 928-634-5381 • azstateparks.com 5525 Beaver Creek Rd., Rimrock, Arizona • 928-567-4521 • nps.gov/moca The Douglas Mansion, built in 1916, houses exhibits on history, mining and geology. Enjoy spectacular views of the Verde Valley and distant San Francisco Peaks. Park open daily 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; museum open 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Closed on Christmas. Montezuma Well is a dramatic limestone sinkhole with prehistoric American Indian dwellings in the interior and along the rim. Less than an hour south of Flagstaff, take I-17 to Exit 293 and follow the signs. The trail is easy to moderate. There is no entry fee. Open daily, closed on Christmas. Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park 4 miles east of U.S. Highway 163 at the Arizona-Utah border • 435-727-5870 navajonationparks.org Meteor Crater 35 miles east of Flagstaff via I-40 Exit 233 928-289-2362 • 800-289-5898 • meteorcrater.com Experience the “Best Preserved Meteorite Impact Site on Earth!” Formed nearly 50,000 years ago by a giant meteor weighing several hundred thousand tons, this crater is 550 ft. deep, 2.4 miles in circumference and nearly one mile across. Featuring interactive displays, a large-screen theater, the Astronaut Wall of Fame, an Apollo space capsule and more. Guided trail tours of the rim are offered daily (weather permitting). The park is approximately 92,216 acres and features a 17-mile drive. The Wildcat Trail, a 3.3-mile selfguided hiking trail around one of the mittens, winds through desert country alongside washes and sandy slopes offering spectacular views of the rock monuments from the valley floor. Mitten View campsite is currently closed, alternative "primitive" campgrounds available, $5 per night. Open daily October-March 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., April-September 7:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. Navajo National Monument 9 miles north on Highway 564 off Highway 160, near Black Mesa on the Navajo Nation • 928-672-2700 • nps.gov/nava Navajo National Monument preserves Ancestral Puebloan cliff dwellings and interprets both modern and ancient American Indian culture through volunteer demonstrations, Native guides and museum exhibits. Entrance, tours and camping are free. The visitor center and self-guided trails are open year-round. 10 flagstaffarizona.org 800.842.7293 11 Petrified Forest National Park Exit 311 off I-40, 25 miles east of Holbrook, Arizona • 928-524-6228 • nps.gov/pefo The park features one of the largest and most colorful concentrations of petrified wood in the world. It also has the multi-hued badlands of the Painted Desert, historic structures, archaeological sites and displays of 225-million-year-old fossils, making it a surprising land of scenic wonders and fascinating science. Open daily, call for current hours. Closed on Christmas. Adventure Wilderness Area Information Arizona State Game and Fish, Region II 3500 S. Lake Mary Rd., Flagstaff, AZ 86001 • 928-774-5045 Recreation & National Park Service Area Headquarters 6400 N. Highway 89, Flagstaff AZ 86004 • 928-526-1157 Red Rock State Park 4050 Red Rock Loop Rd., Sedona, Arizona 928-282-6907 • azstateparks.com Coconino National Forest, Supervisor’s Office 1824 S. Thompson St., Flagstaff, AZ 86001 • 928-527-3600 Peaks Ranger District 5075 N. Highway 89, Flagstaff, AZ 86004 • 928-526-0866 A nature/wildlife preserve located five miles west of Sedona off U.S. 89A with opportunities for hiking, picnics and guided tours. The visitor center features exhibits and a theater. Open daily with guided walks, five miles of nature trails, first-Sunday programs, full-moon walks, and an astronomy festival in June. Group ramada and special programs on request. Red Rock Ranger District P.O. Box 20429, Sedona, AZ 86341 • 928-282-4119 Mogollon Rim Ranger District, Blue Ridge Office H.C. 31 Box 300, Happy Jack, AZ 86024 • 928-477-2255 Special Recreational Facilities Flagstaff Urban Trails System (FUTS) flagstaff.az.gov Slide Rock State Park 6871 N. Highway 89A, Sedona, Arizona • 928-282-3034, water quality hotline 602-542-0202 • azstateparks.com Located in the heart of Oak Creek Canyon, 18 miles south of Flagstaff, the park is best known for the natural waterslide in the creek and is the site of the historic Pendley homestead and apple orchard. Tours of the homestead are offered to park visitors every Saturday. Programs with insight into the geology, flora, fauna and riparian life are available free throughout the summer. Glass containers and pets are prohibited in the swim area. Tuzigoot National Monument Tuzigoot Rd., Clarkdale, Arizona 928-634-5564 • nps.gov/tuzi Tuzigoot National Monument is a prehistoric American Indian pueblo with one of the finest museums in northcentral Arizona. The trail is easy to moderate with some elevation gain. Tuzigoot is 75 miles south of Flagstaff, take Exit 293 or Exit 287 off I-17 and follow signs to the town of Cottonwood. Fee: $5 per adult, children under 15 free. Federal passes accepted. Open daily 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Closed on Christmas. 12 flagstaffarizona.org The FUTS is a citywide interconnecting network of non-motorized transportation corridors and linear recreation areas. Thirty-three miles of completed trails link employment areas, activity centers, neighborhoods, schools and parks, offering year-round opportunities for bicycling, hiking, jogging, cross-country skiing and educational activities. Interconnection with the Arizona Trail, Coconino National Forest trail system and the Flagstaff Bikeways System creates an attractive regional recreational opportunity for visitors and residents alike. “Bark Parks” Off-Leash Areas 600 N. Thorpe Rd. (located in Thorpe Park) 3150 N. Alta Vista Rd. (located in Bushmaster Park) These off-leash facilities provide fence-enclosed areas where dogs can run freely and socialize. Both parks are divided into several different areas for various sizes and breed temperaments, and have sitting areas for pet owners. 800.842.7293 13 18-Hole Disc Golf Courses 245 N. Thorpe Rd. • 928-774-2868 Arizona Snowbowl • 928-779-1951 1650 N. Turquoise Rd. • 928-774-2868 Northern Arizona University • 928-523-9011 Thorpe Park 1919 N. Thorpe Rd. These courses offer exciting challenges as they wind through the ponderosa pines. Call for more information. Jay L. Lively Activity Center 1650 N. Turquoise Dr. • 928-774-1051 • flagstaff.az.gov The Jay L. Lively Activity Center has skating opportunities for all ages including adult skate times, public skating with birthday party rooms for rent, ice skating lessons and private ice time available for broomball or skating. Special events and adult pickup hockey also available. Public hours vary, call or visit website for current programs. Playgrounds, trails, picnic ramada, tennis courts, basketball courts, ball fields and Northern Arizona’s premier disc golf course are among the recreation opportunities available. Coconino County Parks Coconino County Parks and Recreation HC-39, Box 3A, Flagstaff, AZ 86001 • 928-679-8000 coconino.az.gov/parks.aspx Flagstaff Parks City of Flagstaff Parks and Recreation Park information 928-774-2868, reservations 928-213-2300 • flagstaff.az.gov Fort Tuthill County Park Three miles south of Flagstaff off Highway 89A, Exit 337 Buffalo Park 2400 N. Gemini Rd. Flagstaff’s most beloved park! With spectacular views of the San Francisco Peaks, novice and veteran hikers will discover access to a vast network of trails including the Flagstaff Urban Trails System (FUTS), Coconino National Forest trails and Arizona Trail. County fairgrounds, horse race track, rodeo and roping arena, performing arts amphitheater, multi-use trails, camping, stables, playground and picnic areas. Peaks View County Park Off Koch Field Rd. between Silver Saddle Rd. and Townsend-Winona Rd. Features a state-of-the-art artificial athletic field for both soccer and softball use, playground, picnic areas and hiking and equestrian trails. Bushmaster Park 3150 N. Alta Vista Rd. Sawmill Multicultural Art and Nature County Park 703 E. Sawmill Rd. One of Flagstaff’s most popular community parks. Amenities include picnic facilities, playgrounds, footpaths, basketball and tennis courts, skate park and bark park. Foxglenn Park 4200 E. Butler Ave. This unique park includes demonstration gardens, sculpture walk, tile and paint mural wall, playground, performance amphitheater, Willow Bend Environmental Center and a FUTS trail connection. Recreation Centers The Aquaplex 1702 North 4th St. • 928-213-2300 flagstaffaquaplex.org Foxglenn Park offers playgrounds, soccer, baseball/softball fields, picnic ramadas, restrooms, skate park and access to the FUTS trails. Mountain View Park 519 W. Piute Rd. A beautiful open, restful park – perfect for small weddings and family reunions. The Aquaplex offers full service recreation including a climbing wall, aquatic area with lazy river, fitness lanes and body slides, cardio and strength fitness area, indoor track and full gymnasium. 800.842.7293 14 flagstaffarizona.org 15 Thorpe Park Community and Senior Center 245 N. Thorpe Rd. • 928-774-1068 Mormon Lake Lodge 30 minutes southeast of Flagstaff; 21 miles on Lake Mary Rd. to Mormon Lake Village Exit, turn right, go seven miles to lodge • 928-354-2227 mormonlakelodge.com The Center offers a variety of recreational opportunities for all ages. Programming includes fitness classes, Senior Olympic events and travel programs designed for seniors aged 50-plus. Drop-in programs, weight rooms and a variety of community clubs meet at this facility. Flagstaff Recreation Center 2405 N. Izabel St. • 928-779-1468 FRC offers an open gym, racquetball courts, drop-in programs and a weight room. Most programs have minimal costs associated with them. An annual membership fee is charged for use of the weight room. Cogdill Recreation Center 301 S. Paseo Del Flag • 928-779-0037 Experience nature and enjoy fishing, hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking or rent an ATV to explore more than 20 miles of forest, lakes and trails within the Coconino National Forest. During the winter, play in the snow and rent crosscountry skis or snowmobiles. Gift shop, camping/fishing supplies, fuel and propane, restaurant, arena and buffalo habitat. CRC offers an open gym, pool and air hockey tables, drop-in programs and a weight room. Most programs have minimal costs associated with them. An annual membership fee is charged for use of the weight room. Ventures with the Museum of Northern Arizona 3101 N. Fort Valley Rd. 928-774-5213, ext. 209 • mnaventures.org Outdoor Adventure Absolute Bikes 18 N. San Francisco St., Flagstaff • 928-779-5969 • 6101 Highway 179, Sedona, Arizona • 928-284-1242 • absolutebikes.net Northern Arizona's best-stocked bike shops. Mountain, road and kids' bike rental. Full-service repair shop and new and used bike sales. Specialized, Giant, Electra, Niner, Soulcraft, Moots, Yakima. Clothing and accessories. Open seven days a week with locations in Flagstaff and Sedona. Experience unparalleled opportunities to discover and explore the Colorado Plateau with experts – scientists, writers, artists and guides on outdoor adventures. Diverse itineraries include hiking, backpacking, river rafting, camping, van tours and lodge-based excursions. Custom tours for groups and families. Vertical Relief Climbing Center 205 S. San Francisco St. 928-556-9909 • verticalrelief.com The Basin, BMX Freestyle Facility 1700 E. 6th Ave. • 928-779-7690 flagstaff.az.gov The Basin is the only BMXexclusive concrete facility of its kind in Arizona. Located in Sunnyside in east Flagstaff, the park offers three bowls with a variety of features, graded dirt mounds and rails for the experienced rider. A ramada offering protection from the sun, as well as bathrooms are provided on-site. Entry is free. Open daily 9:00 a.m. to dusk. The most serious fun in town! Customized rock-climbing adventures to make your vacation extraordinary. Indoor gym, outside guiding, equipment sales and area information. Open MondayFriday 10:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m., Saturday and Sunday noon-8:00 p.m. 16 flagstaffarizona.org 800.842.7293 17 Transportation & Angel’s Gate Tours 928-814-2277 • 800-957-4557 seegrandcanyon.com Tours Amtrak® 800-USA-RAIL • amtrak.com Amtrak’s Southwest Chief® arrives daily in Flagstaff from Los Angeles, the Midwest and Chicago - traveling through the fabled American West. Travel in reclining coach seats or private accommodations, plus enjoy meals in the dining car or snacks and beverages in the Sightseer lounge. Welcome Aboard. You’ve invested a lot in your vacation; make sure you “See Canyons, Not Crowds.” Angel's Gate Tours offers full-day scenic rim tours, adventure hikes and overnight backpacking trips in the Grand Canyon. Ensure a carefree vacation for you and your family. Call Angel's Gate Tours today. Around the Bend Adventures 928-213-5573 • 888-7-MY-CANYON • walkgrandcanyon.com Flagstaff Pulliam Airport 6200 S. Pulliam Dr. • 928-556-1234 flagstaff.az.gov Adventure is just around the bend! Join us for a day tour or day hike in the Grand Canyon with an experienced, knowledgeable guide. Delicious food, comfortable transportation and breathtaking views await you. Enjoy a hassle-free day that you will not soon forget. Call for booking information today. Flagstaff Pulliam Airport offers aviation services to the Northern Arizona region. US Airways provides daily flights to and from Phoenix (PHX) while Horizon Air provides daily flights to and from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Full services are provided for private and corporate aircraft. Detours of Arizona P.O. Box 11956, Tempe, AZ 85284 480-633-9013 • 866-438-6877 detoursaz.com Horizon Air Reservations 800-547-9308 • horizonair.com US Airways Express Reservations 800-428-4322 • usairways.com Offering guided tours of the entire Southwest, with departures from Flagstaff or Phoenix. Our custom vans carry only 10 guests in leather captain’s chairs for the most comfortable ride and personalized tour experience. Our popular and exclusive tours include Grand Canyon, Sedona, Navajo Nation, Lake Powell, Bryce and Zion National Parks. Hopi Senom Transit American Dream Tours 928-527-3369 • 888-203-1212 • americandreamtours.com Hopi Tribal Headquarters, Kykotsmovi Village, Arizona 928-734-3245 • azdot.gov/ptd/hopitribe.asp Personalized tours of the Grand Canyon and Sedona. Hotel pick-up and drop-off, entrance fees, soft drinks, picnic lunch included and the best guides in Northern Arizona. The longest-running tour in the Flagstaff area. Group travel and photo tours for other destinations upon request. Open daily. 18 flagstaffarizona.org Offering a fixed-route public transportation service beginning from Keams Canyon, Tuba City and Flagstaff, all inbound to Kykotsmovi, the Tribal Headquarters of the Hopi Tribe. Passengers arriving at Kykotsmovi transfer to other routes to reach local villages, governmental and private agencies for employment, including schools, clinics, hospitals and shopping centers. 800.842.7293 19 Northern Arizona University Elderhostel P.O. Box 5604 • 928-523-2359 • nau.edu/elderhostel Discover the Southwest with Northern Arizona University Elderhostel's educational adventures. More than 230 programs throughout the year for ages 55 and over. Guides take you off the beaten path with insights about our diverse region and people. Five different interest categories: Regional Studies, Exploring North America, Active Outdoors, Applied Arts, Service and Intergenerational. Entertainment Flagstaff – Rich in arts and culture Make the most of your stay in Flagstaff by taking advantage of a year-round selection of local entertainment and cultural events. From classical music to local jazz, annual horse racing to Route 66 festivals, star fests to winterfests, and art gallery to museum events highlighting the rich history and cultural diversity of Northern Arizona, there are a wide range of opportunities for every age and interest. Highlighted Events in Flagstaff Annual Hopi, Navajo & Zuni Festivals at the Museum of Northern Arizona Annual Celebraciones de la Gente– Day of the Dead Celebration at the Museum of Northern Arizona Coconino County Fair First Friday Art Walk Flagstaff Festival of Science Flagstaff Pine Country Pro Rodeo Flagstaff Symphony Orchestra Concerts Flagstaff Winterfest Events Grand Canyon Music Festival Grand Canyon Railway Polar Express™ High Country Holidays in Flagstaff Live Birds of Prey Programs at the Arboretum at Flagstaff Lowell Observatory Star Fests NAU Sporting Events New Years Pine Cone Drop Pickin’ in the Pines Bluegrass Festival Pine Mountain Amphitheater and Orpheum Theater Live Performances Route 66 Days Theatrikos Theatre Co. Performances And many more! Arts & Open Road Tours 1840 W. Kaibab Lane 928-226-8060 • 877-226-8060 openroadtours.com Join us for great trips to the Grand Canyon, Monument Valley, Colorado River floats, Sedona and other great destinations. Charter and group services also available. Shuttle service five times daily to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and twice daily to the Grand Canyon. Easy ways to find Flagstaff Happenings 1 Find the complete current Flagstaff Calendar of Events at flagstaffarizona.org 2 Subscribe to “My Flagstaff” to receive free online newsletters highlighting upcoming events. 3 Request a current published Calendar of Events brochure by calling the Flagstaff Visitor Center at 800-842-7293. Seven Wonders Scenic Tours 928-526-2501 • 888-AZTRIPS • sevenwondersscenictours.com Offering personalized tours with an Arizona native owner/ guide since 1984. Tour excursions include all National Parks and Monuments in northern Arizona and southern Utah plus Sedona, Navajo and Hopi Nations, Lake Powell, Meteor Crater, Painted Desert and Petrified Forest. We use new vehicles. We offer hotel pick-up and step-on-guide services on request. Silver Spur Tours 928-226-7212 • 800-600-4006 silverspurtours.com "Luxury & Style Always Standard", Mercedes built sprinters. Offering small group comfort and convenience with private shuttles, to and from the Phoenix area, Sedona, Flagstaff and Northern Arizona. Luxury tours include the Grand Canyon, Oak Creek, Sedona Red Rocks, wine tastings, ancient ruins and other area attractions. Custom private tours available. 20 flagstaffarizona.org 800.842.7293 21 Museum of Northern Arizona To Grand Canyon National Park To The Arizona Snowbowl The Arizona Historical Society-Pioneer Museum y Rd To Sunset Crater and Wupatki National 89 Monuments Fanning Dr. Linda VIsta Dr. V rt Fo Fourth St. Flagstaff ARIZONA Th o r p e al le 10 Route 66 C Steves Blvd. ve. 3 dar A e Lockett Rd. Bon ito St. Hum phr eys St. 22 West St. Rd. 11 Sw i tz r. Lowell Observatory Flagstaff Visitor Center Riordan Rd. 21 2 Oak m tD on er 17 Hu nt in gt on D r. San Avta Fe e. ll San Francisco Riordan Mansion State Historic Park 15 St . Butler Ave. eR d. Bu tle r Ave. 14 Milton Rd. 66 To W illia ms HISTORIC Route 66 University Ave. 12 40 ave s St . Mountain Rd . dy ut e8 W oo 9 A Co tr un l rai yT ive Dr ni Zu W .P ow el lB lv d. en A ve. 9 8 7 23 San The Arboretum at Flagstaff Asp Fran cisc o St . Aga ssiz St. Lero ux S t. Che rry Ave . Birc hA ve. Sitg re 40 Hum phr eys St. Bea ver St. e nn 19 Co Mc Dr. Lone Tre Northern Arizona University Ro Milt on R d. Stat e Hi gh BNS F Ra ilro 6 ad 1 Jo hn . Pul liam 17 To Phoenix Flagstaff Visitor Center Dr. Rou te 6 6 (Historic Train Station) But ler Ave . 13 To Sedona 20 Flagstaff Pulliam Airport 18 Lake Mar yR Historic Downtown Flagstaff d. Additional Points of Interest Amtrak Train Station The Aquaplex Buffalo Park Bushmaster Park Continental Country Club & Elden Hills Golf Course 6. Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce 7. Flagstaff City Hall 8. Flagstaff Convention and Visitors Bureau 22 flagstaffarizona.org Getting to Flagstaff 18. To Lake Mary and Mormon Lake 19. NAU Walkup Skydome 20. Pulliam Municipal Airport 21. Thorpe Park 22. Thorpe Park Softball Complex 23. Wheeler Park 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. Flagstaff Main Library Flagstaff Mall Flagstaff Medical Center Flagstaff Police Dept. Fort Tuthill Coconino County Fairgrounds Foxglenn Park Greyhound Bus Depot Jay Lively Activity Center & Ice Arena, McPherson Park McMillan Mesa Park Traditional Arrivals From the East or West: Interstate 40 From the South/Phoenix: Interstate 17 From the North/Page/Lake Powell/ Monument Valley: Highway 89 Scenic Arrivals From Sedona: Highway 89A north through Oak Creek Canyon From Grand Canyon National Park (South Rim): Highway 180 south Arrival by Rail Amtrak services Flagstaff twice daily on the Southwest Chief line. Arrival by Air Air Service into Flagstaff’s Pulliam Airport is available daily to and from Phoenix (PHX) via US Airways, and to and from Los Angeles (LAX) via Horizon Air. Elde n St . Country Club Dr. . 4 180 Forest Ave. 16 tri us Ind . Dr al 40 To Walnut Canyon National Monument 5 D yon Can r. 800.842.7293 23 Opportunities The Artists Gallery 17 N. San Francisco St. • 928-773-0958 • flagstaffartistsgallery.com Shopping Flagstaff Mall and The Marketplace 4650 N. Highway 89 • 928-526-0940 westcor.com A fine arts and crafts collective located in historic downtown in operation for more than 14 years, providing the public with a rare opportunity to meet local and regional artists, and view or purchase their work. Voted “Best of Flagstaff”! Flagstaff Mall and The Marketplace serve Northern Arizona with more than 80 stores including Hollister Co., Eddie Bauer, Bath & Body Works, American Eagle, Best Buy, Old Navy, Dillard's, JCPenney and Sears. A new food court offering complimentary wi-fi and newly remodeled Ruby Tuesday suits everybody's tastes. Open MondaySaturday 10:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m., Sunday 11:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Downtown Flagstaff Historic District Information available at the Flagstaff Visitor Center • One E. Route 66 • 928-774-9541 800-842-7293 • flagstaffarizona.org Flagstaff Visitor Center Gift Shop One E. Route 66 • 928-774-9541 800-842-7293 • flagstaffarizona.org Along historic 1890s streets, you’ll find numerous clothing boutiques, outdoor outfitters, unique bookstores and art galleries, plus a wide variety of great restaurants, cafés and microbreweries. Live entertainment can be found almost every evening. Also be sure to visit the south side, full of ethnically diverse shops, bars and eateries. Find the Perfect Gift from Flagstaff! The Visitor Center Gift Shop offers a variety of Flagstaff souvenirs, attire, books, maps and guides, Route 66 gifts and memorabilia, historic train and railroad-themed items, holiday ornaments and local artist handicrafts including jewelry, quilts, candles and homemade candy. Located in the historic downtown train station. Open daily 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. The Museum Shop at MNA 3101 N. Fort Valley Rd. • 928-774-5213 musnaz.org The Museum Shop at the Museum of Northern Arizona has catered to the novice buyer and discriminating collector of Native arts for more than 50 years, earning a national reputation for quality, authenticity and integrity. Little America Hotel Gift Shop and Lifestyle Boutique 2515 E. Butler Ave. • 928-779-7936 • littleamerica.com Recent “Best of Flagstaff” winner, carries such notable brands as Pendleton wear and blankets, Stetson hats, Renegade Spirits, Mill Creek collectibles and Camille Beckman lotions. Also features a fine collection of Native American jewelry, books, music and Route 66 and Arizona memorabilia, plush toys, travel and education games, books and clothing for children. Open daily, 6:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m. 24 flagstaffarizona.org 800.842.7293 25 Meeting Facilities • • • Indoor Group Rates Hotels & Motels Days Inn Route 66 The Best Place to Stay With more than 70 hotels and inns to choose from plus a variety of campgrounds and cabins, it’s no wonder people making a trip to the Grand Canyon choose to stay in Flagstaff. As the hub of Northern Arizona, Flagstaff offers a vast array of dining opportunities, a thriving nightlife, shopping, activities, events and outdoor adventure year-round. 1000 W. Route 66 • 928-774-5221 • 800-422-4470 daysinn.com 157 • Drury Inn & Suites 300 South Milton Road • 928-773-4900 • 800-378-7946 druryhotels.com 158 • • Econo Lodge – Lucky Lane Meeting Facilities Group Rates Bus Parking No. of Units 2480 E. Lucky Lane • 928-774-7701 econolodgeflagstaff.com 66 • • • Suites Econo Lodge – University Arizonan Motel 910 S. Milton Rd. • 928-774-7171 arizonanmotel.com 26 • • 914 S. Milton Rd. • 928-774-7326 • 800-553-2666 econolodge.com/hotel/az400 66 • Embassy Suites Best Western Pony Soldier Inn & Suites 3030 E. Route 66 • 928-526-2388 • 800-356-4143 bestwesternponysoldier.com 75 • • • 706 S. Milton Rd. • 928-774-4333 • 1-866-774-4333 flagstaff.embassysuites.com 119 • • • Fairfield Inn by Marriott Canyon Inn 501 S. Milton Rd. • 928-774-7301 canyoninnflagstaff.com 21 • • 2005 S. Milton Rd. • 928-773-1300 • 800-574-6395 fairfieldinnflagstaff.com 131 • • Hampton Inn Flagstaff East Comfort Inn I-17/I-40 2355 S. Beulah Blvd. • 928-774-2225 • 800-490-6562 comfortinn.com/hotel/az080 85 • • • 3501 E. Lockett Rd. • 928-526-1885 • 888-222-2052 hamptoninnflagstaff.com 50 • • • Days Inn East 3601 E. Lockett Rd. • 928-527-1477 • 1-800-DAYS INN (1-800-329-7466) • daysinnflagstaffeast.com 54 • • • – AAA Rating pool Breakfast included Cocktail lounge WiFi Exercise room Hot tub Restaurant Free airport transportation Outdoor pool In-room internet Non-smoking rooms Pets allowed Wheelchair access - Please contact individual properties for accessibility information. 26 flagstaffarizona.org 800.842.7293 Bus Parking • 27 No. of Units Flagstaff Hotels and Motels continued Suites Meeting Facilities Meeting Facilities • • • • • • Indoor Hotels and Motels continued Group Rates No. of Units Suites Hotels and Motels continued Group Rates Bus Parking No. of Units Suites Hampton Inn & Suites 2400 S. Beulah Blvd. • 928-913-0900 • 800-HAMPTON flagstaffsuites.hamptoninn.com 126 • • • • La Quinta Inn & Suites 2015 S. Beulah Blvd. • 928-556-8666 • 800-531-5900 http://939.LQ.com 128 • • • Hilton Garden Inn 350 W. Forest Meadows St. • 928-226-8888 • 800-333-0785 flagstaff.gardeninn.com 89 • • • Little America Hotel 2515 E. Butler Ave. • 928-779-7900 • 800-865-1399 littleamerica.com 247 • • • Holiday Inn Express Flagstaff 2320 E. Lucky Lane • 928-714-1000 • 800-HOLIDAY hiflagstaff.com 155 • • • Mormon Lake Lodge 30 minutes southeast of Flagstaff, 21 miles on Lake Mary Rd. to Mormon Lake Village Exit, turn right, go 7 miles to lodge 928-354-2227 • mormonlakelodge.com 53 • Hotel Aspen Flagstaff 1008 E. Route 66 • 928-774-7356 • 800-898-9124 flagstaff.innsuites.com Quality Inn I-40 & I-17 110 • • • • 2000 S. Milton Rd. • 928-774-8771 choicehotels.com/hotel/AZ003 96 • • Hotel Monte Vista 100 N. San Francisco St. • 928-779-6971 • 800-545-3068 hotelmontevista.com Quality Inn Flagstaff – Lucky Lane 50 • 2500 E. Lucky Lane • 928-226-7111 • 866-520-7111 qualityinn.com 120 • • Howard Johnson Inn & Suites – Lucky Lane 2520 E. Lucky Lane • 928-779-5121 • howardjohnson.com 70 • • • Radisson Woodlands Hotel 1175 W. Route 66 • 928-773-8888 • 800-333-3333 radisson.com/flagstaffaz 183 • • • Kings House Hotel 1560 E. Route 66 • 928-774-7186 • 888-577-7186 kingshousehotel.com Ramada West Flagstaff 56 • 2755 S. Woodlands Village Blvd. • 928-773-1111 877-703-0291 • flagstafframada.com 89 • • • Knights Inn 224 S. Mike’s Pike • 928-774-8888 knightsinn.com 36 • • – AAA Rating pool Breakfast included Cocktail lounge WiFi Pets allowed Exercise room Hot tub Restaurant Free airport transportation Outdoor pool In-room internet Non-smoking rooms Wheelchair access - Please contact individual properties for accessibility information. 28 flagstaffarizona.org 800.842.7293 Bus Parking • 29 Meeting Facilities Hotels and Motels continued Group Rates No. of Units Suites High Country Conference Center Bus Parking Flagstaff’s Newest Meeting Facility High Country Conference Center 201 W. Butler Ave. • 928-523-7778 highcountryconferencecenter.com Residence Inn by Marriott 3440 N. Country Club Dr. • 928-526-5555 • 800-331-3131 marriott.com/flgri 102 • • • Ski Lift Lodge & Cabins 6355 Highway 180 • 928-774-0729 • 800-472-3599 (AZ and CA only) • arizonasnowbowl.com 25 • • • The High Country Conference Center is located on the north boundary of the Northern Arizona University campus. It is adjacent to downtown Flagstaff which boasts extensive shopping, entertainment and dining offerings of more than 100 restaurants. With 25,000 square feet of function and meeting space and 160 standard and suite guest rooms at the adjoining hotel, the High Country Conference Center features the Peaks Ballroom which accommodates up to 600 attendees for conferences and up to 800 for a social or banquet event. Our second floor features an Executive Boardroom and three rooms suitable for break-out sessions, and the adjoining Drury Inn & Suites Hotel provides an additional five meeting spaces to suit a variety of meeting needs. A full compliment of the latest high-tech audio visual equipment including LCD projectors, screens and wireless microphones are offered in all rooms and our All-Inclusive Day Meeting Package makes the planning easy! Our productive conference environment and superior service will ensure that your meeting in Flagstaff is a complete success. Super 8 Motel 602 W. Route 66 • 928-774-4581 • 800-654-4667 flagstaffsuper8.com 66 • • Super 8 Motel – Lucky Lane 2540 E. Lucky Lane • 928-773-4888 super8.com 70 • • • Travelodge Flagstaff 2200 E. Butler Ave. • 928-779-6944 flagstafftravelodge.com 100 • • Travelodge Grand Canyon 2610 E. Route 66 • 928-526-1399 flagstafftravelodge.com 86 • • Weatherford Hotel 23 N. Leroux St. • 928-779-1919 • weatherfordhotel.com 10 • – AAA Rating pool Breakfast included Cocktail lounge WiFi Exercise room Hot tub Indoor Restaurant Free airport transportation Outdoor pool In-room internet Non-smoking rooms Pets allowed Wheelchair access - Please contact individual properties for accessibility information. 30 flagstaffarizona.org 800.842.7293 31 Bed & East Cherry Inn Bed and Breakfast 427 E. Cherry Ave. • 928-774-1153 Breakfasts A Shooting Star Inn (DBBNA) 27948 N. Shooting Star Lane • 928-606-8070 • shootingstarinn.com "Flagstaff's best-kept secret!" A unique hillside home just three blocks from historic downtown. Lounge in privacy and comfort in the spacious Southwestern Suite (private living room, kitchenette, bath) or relax on the patio (or in the hammock) in a tranquil, naturally landscaped setting. An environmentally-friendly “green” home. Non-smoking. Fabulous, custom hand-built and solar-powered log lodge. Free astronomy program and full breakfast included. All rooms have private bath. Recommended by Frommers. View the stars through outstanding telescopes. Children and most pets welcome. England House Bed & Breakfast (DBBNA) 614 W. Santa Fe Ave. • 928-214-7350 • 877-214-7350 • englandhousebandb.com One of "Arizona's 10 Best Bed and Breakfasts" and "52 of the State's Best Adventures"-Phoenix Magazine. Savor the richness of the past in this storied 1902 stone cutter's house near historic downtown and wooded hiking trails. Four rooms with private baths and a two-room suite with gas-log stove. Breakfast included. Recommended by Frommer's. Children 12 and over welcome. Discover, MasterCard and Visa accepted. Arizona Sled Dog Inn (DBBNA) 10155 Mountainaire Rd. • 928-525-6212 • sleddoginn.com Whether a romantic rendezvous or spontaneous getaway, the only name to remember is The Sled Dog Inn. Get away today! Fall Inn to Nature Bed & Breakfast (DBBNA) 4555 Lake Mary Rd. • 928-714-0237 • 888-920-0237 • fallinntonature.com "Best in the Southwest" rustic elegance, historic charm and hospitality. Relax away from train noise in the cool pines only three miles from shopping and dining. Large suites, Jacuzzi tub, fireplace, balconies, small fridge in-room. Log home with three rooms, private baths, full "sit down" breakfast, massage packages plus more. Children over 8 welcome. Aspen Inn Bed and Breakfast (DBBNA) 218 N. Elden St. • 928-773-0295 • 888-999-4110 • flagstaffbedbreakfast.com An elegant 1912 home restored to its original historic beauty. Ideally located, only 3 blocks from downtown Flagstaff, this elegant home is perfect for a home base. We offer a delicious gourmet breakfast, large private baths and incredible personal service with a European flair. All major credit cards accepted. The Inn at 410 Bed and Breakfast (DBBNA) 410 N. Leroux St. • 928-774-0088 • 800-774-2008 • inn410.com "Arizona’s Best Bed and Breakfast”–Arizona Republic. Luxurious guest rooms, all with private baths and fireplaces, some with Jacuzzi tubs. DVD/VHS movie library. Quiet garden gazebo. Award-winning breakfasts. In historic downtown Flagstaff, walk to fine dining and unique shops. AAA 3 Diamond; Mobil 3 Star. Fodor’s and Frommer’s top recommendations. Children over 5 welcome. MasterCard and Visa accepted. Comfi Cottages (DBBNA) Various downtown locations; office at 3365 N. Antler Crossing 928-774-0731 • 888-774-0731 • comficottages.com Vacation cottages – just like home! Recommended by Fodor’s and Frommer’s travel guides, seven individual cottages within walking distance of historic downtown Flagstaff, one to four bedrooms, fireplaces, TV/VCR/DVD, telephone, WiFi Internet (some cottages), full kitchen, self-catered, light breakfast. Fully furnished for your enjoyment! Call regarding pets. Smoking outside only. Discover, MasterCard and Visa accepted. Starlight Pines Bed and Breakfast (DBBNA) 3380 E. Lockett Rd. • 928-527-1912 • 800-752-1912 • starlightpinesbb.com Conifer House Bed & Breakfast Inn (DBBNA) 1701 W. Stevanna Way • 928-774-2438 • 888-788-3614 • coniferhouse.com Rand McNally editor pick and a “Top 10 Bed and Breakfast”- Phoenix Magazine. Magnificent views of Mount Elden from back balconies. Large wrap-around porch with swing, 14-ft ceilings, hardwood flooring and Tiffany decor. Four rooms with private baths. Gourmet breakfasts, fireplaces. Non-smoking. Call regarding children. MasterCard and Visa accepted. Comfortable, quiet retreat amid giant blue spruce trees just two miles from downtown. Luxurious rooms with Jacuzzi tubs and gas fireplaces as well as private entrances. Sumptuous full breakfasts served each morning. We pamper our guests! MasterCard and Visa accepted. – AAA Rating; DBBNA – Member of Distinctive Bed and Breakfasts of Northern Arizona, flagstaff-bed-breakfast.com airport transportation Non-smoking rooms Breakfast included WiFi Pets allowed Children welcome Hot tub Free In-room internet In-room kitchens Wheelchair access 32 flagstaffarizona.org 800.842.7293 33 Cabins, Hostels & Lodges Campgrounds Wheelchair Access Shower/Toilets Dump Station Full Hookups • Please contact individual properties for accessibility information. Flagstaff Area Laundry Grocery Alpine Million Dollar Vacation Home 1771 N. Wakonda • 928-853-9694 • flagvacation.com Family gatherings, big group events, romantic getaways. Huge gourmet kitchen, theater room, separate fully-loaded bonus room, cozy rugged stone fireplaces. Continental Country Club access. All new 5,000-sf air-conditioned, peaceful retreat in the pines. Warm and inviting, enjoy all the comforts of home, plus more! Sleeps 2-12+. Black Barts RV Park 2760 E. Butler Ave. • 928-774-1912 blackbartssteakhouse.com • • • • • 10 acres with 173 RV spaces and 7 tent spaces. Open year-round. Arizona Mountain Inn 4200 Lake Mary Rd. • 928-774-8959 • 800-239-5236 • arizonamountaininn.com J and H RV Park 7901 N. Highway 89 • 928-526-1829 flagstaffrvparks.com • • • • Peace, nature and adventure in a beautiful mountain setting. The Arizona Mountain Inn offers 17 fully furnished, cozy cabins with fireplaces and three charming B&B suites tucked back on 13 acres of secluded ponderosa pines. Located just one mile south of town. Dogs welcome. All major credit cards accepted. 4.5 acres with 53 RV spaces; hot tub. Open April 15-October 15. Flagstaff/Grand Canyon KOA 5803 N. Highway 89 • 928-526-9926 Reservations 800-562-3524 (KOA-FLAG) flagstaffkoa.com DuBeau Route 66 International Hostel 19 W. Phoenix Ave. • 928-774-6731 • 800-398-7112 • dubeauhostel.com • • • • • • • “Get your kicks” at the cool DuBeau Route 66 International Hostel. Renovated with 1950s style décor, this fun and friendly place offers both private and dormitory accommodations with private bathrooms. Amenities include large party room with FREE pool and foosball tables, two kitchens and FREE breakfast. Affordable tours to the Grand Canyon and Sedona available. MasterCard and Visa accepted. 25 acres with 170 RV spaces, 40 tent spaces and 4 cabins; cable TV. Open year-round. Meteor Crater RV Park Meteor Crater Road & I-40, 35 miles east of Flagstaff, Exit 233 off I-40 • 928-289-4002 800-478-4002 • meteorcrater.com • • • • • • 10 acres with 72 RV spaces and 8 tent spaces. Open year-round. Grand Canyon International Hostel 19 S. San Francisco St. • 928-779-9421 • 888-442-2696 • grandcanyonhostel.com Mormon Lake RV Park & Campground 30 minutes SE of Flagstaff; 21 miles on Lake Mary Rd. to Mormon Lake Village Exit, turn right, go seven miles to lodge 928-354-2227 • mormonlakelodge.com This charming hostel is clean and comfortable. Four-person dorms and private doubles accommodate travelers from around the world. Amenities include two kitchens, TV lounge with video library and FREE breakfast. FREE transport to and from the Greyhound station; only one block to Amtrak. Affordable tours to the Grand Canyon and Sedona are offered year-round. MasterCard and Visa accepted. • • • • • • • 300 acres with 74 pull-through RV spaces, tent sites and group areas; cabins and rooms; seasonal camping and RV Park availability. Mormon Lake Lodge Cabin Rentals 30 minutes SE of Flagstaff; 21 miles on Lake Mary Rd. to Mormon Lake Village Exit, turn right, go seven miles to lodge • 928-354-2227 • mormonlakelodge.com Woody Mountain Campground & RV Park 2727 W. Route 66 • 928-774-7727 • 800-732-7986 woodymountaincampground.com • • • • • • • Relaxation awaits in one of the cozy cabins nestled in the pines. A variety of cabin and room styles; some with kitchenettes and fireplaces. Rates vary depending on style, size and amenities. Handicap accessible and non-smoking available. Many seasonal activities, general store, gas station, steakhouse and saloon, horseback riding and more! 25 acres with 85 RV spaces and 40 tent spaces; dial-up internet access. Open March 15-November 1. For key to lodging amenities, see page 33. 34 flagstaffarizona.org 800.842.7293 35 WiFi Internet • • LP Gas Private Rooms • Seating Cap. Group Rates Nightlife Private Rooms Seating Cap. Group Rates All Flagstaff restaurants and bars are smoke-free indoors by city ordinance; however, some offer outside smoking areas. Bun Huggers Restaurant (FD, QS) $ 901 S. Milton Rd. • 928-779-3743 Bus Parking 150 • • Offering Flagstaff’s original mesquite grill for over 30 years. Serving gourmet hamburgers, chicken and steak sandwiches in a warm, inviting atmosphere. Family dining in the restaurant and table service with satellite TV in the sports lounge. Altitudes Bar & Grill (FD) $ Two S. Beaver St., Ste. 200 • 928-214-8218 Casual dining in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. Great local spot featuring sandwiches, BBQ, salads, soups, entrees, for lunch and dinner. Patio seating, fresh-squeezed cocktails. Open daily 11:30 a.m., serving food till 10:00 p.m. 100 • • Busters Restaurant (FD) $$$ 1800 S. Milton Rd. • 928-774-5155 • busters-restaurant.com 140 Voted “Best Overall Restaurant” 16 years by the Arizona Daily Sun. Specializing in fresh seafood, oyster bar, prime rib and hand-cut steaks. Open daily 11:30 a.m-10:00 p.m. Beaver Street Brewery and Beaver Street Brews & Cues (FD, SW) $$ 11 S. Beaver St. • 928-779-0079 • beaverstreetbrewery.com 160 Campus Coffee Bean & Grill (B, CH, FD, QS) $ 1800 S. Milton Rd. • 928-556-0660 87 • • Wood-fired pizzas, specialty sandwiches, soups and salads. Separate billiard room. Open daily 11:30 a.m. to closing. Award-winning coffee, pastries, pancakes, omelettes, bagel sandwiches, deli sandwiches, soups, chili, salads, gyros, Greek salad and daily grill specials. Open Sunday-Thursday 6:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m., Friday-Saturday 6:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m. Black Barts Steakhouse, Saloon & Musical Revue (FD, SH) $$$ 2760 E. Butler Ave. • 928-779-3142 • 800-574-4718 blackbartssteakhouse.com 300 • • • Charly’s Pub & Grill (SW-American) $$ 23 N. Leroux St. • 928-779-1919 • weatherfordhotel.com Southwestern-American cuisine featuring a full breakfast menu and fresh soups, salads, burgers, quesadillas, burritos and tacos. For dinner we offer prime rib, steaks, ribs and seafood specials nightly. Located in the historic Weatherford Hotel. Special events catering available. Open daily 8:00 a.m.10:00 p.m., pub open until 2:00 a.m. 200 Nightly musical revue, singing waiters, serving oak-broiled steaks, chicken, seafood and prime rib. Open daily 5:009:00 p.m. Reservations recommended. Brandy’s Restaurant & Bakery (B, CH, FD, FC) $-$$ 1500 E. Cedar Ave., Ste.40 • 928-779-2187 • brandysrestaurant.com 80 • Casual family dining featuring award-winning breakfasts, lunches and dinners since 1993. Bakery, espresso/wine bar, ever-changing art gallery highlighting local artists. Open Sunday and Monday 6:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Tuesday and Saturday 6:30 a.m.-9:00 p.m. Coco’s Bakery Restaurant (B, FD) $-$$ 360 W. Forest Meadows St. • 928-774-8886 • cocosbakery.com Fine family dining for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Seniors and kids menus, catering, group accommodations. Awardwinning pies, espresso bar. Near I-17 and I-40 interchange. Open Sunday-Thursday 6:30 a.m.-10:00 p.m., Friday-Saturday 6:30 a.m.-11:00 p.m. 176 • Brix Restaurant & Wine Bar (FC) $$-$$$$ 413 N. San Francisco St. • 928-213-1021 • brixflagstaff.com Casual, fine dining restaurant serving seasonal, farmfocused, contemporary American cuisine. Extensive wine list, parking. Serving lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday. Call for hours. Reservations recommended. 80 –AAA Rating; B–Bakery; CH–Coffeehouse; C–Continental; DS–Deli/Snack Bar; FD–Family Dining; FC–Fine Cuisine; I–Italian; J–Japanese; M–Mexican; QS–Quick Service; SW–Southwestern; SH–Steakhouse • Average price range per individual meal excluding alcohol, tax and tip: $ = under $10; $$ = $11-$15; $$$ = $16-$25; $$$$ = $26 and over. Art gallery Beer/wine Full bar Live music Wheelchair access WiFi 36 flagstaffarizona.org 800.842.7293 Bus Parking • 37 Dining & Dining & Nightlife continued Private Rooms Private Rooms • • Seating Cap. Seating Cap. Group Rates Group Rates Bus Parking Dining & Nightlife continued Dining & Nightlife continued Delhi Palace Cuisine of India (FD, FC) $ 2700 S. Woodlands Village Blvd., Ste. 640 • 928-556-0019 Authentic and flavorful Indian cuisine. Daily lunch buffet (11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.) with more than 25 dishes to choose from. Exotic dishes include lamb, seafood, chicken and vegetarian. Dinner served daily 5:00-10:00 p.m. Open all holidays. 80 • Granny’s Closet (FD, I, SH) $-$$$ 218 S. Milton Rd. • 928-774-8331 • grannys-closet.com Locally owned, home-cooking for 33 years. Salad bar, steaks, seafood, Italian. Newly remodeled sports bar with HDTVs. Granny still bakes the pies! Open daily 11:00 a.m.1:00 a.m., sports bar open until 2:00 a.m. 200 • Dominic’s Italian Bistro (FD, I, QS) $ 1850 N. Fort Valley Rd. • 928-779-6400 • flagstaffpizza.com 60 • Himalayan Grill (FC, Indian-Nepal-Tibet) $ 801 S. Milton Rd., Unit A • 928-213-5444 • himalayangrill.com 60 • Carrying on a family tradition since the 1940's, we proudly make and serve gourmet Chicago style pizza, gourmet chopped salads, stuffed baked Strombolis, pasta and specialty dinners, beer and wine in an attractive and fun environment. Open for lunch Monday-Saturday 11:00 a.m.2:00 p.m., dinner 5:00-8:00 p.m. Experience perfectly grilled Tandoori Chicken, flavorful lamb dishes and tasty curries that are rich and creamy. Enjoy fresh vegetables in flaky somosas and fragrant delicate Naan bread. Best of Flagstaff winner –“Best Indian Food”. Lunch buffet, Monday-Saturday 11:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m., dinner daily, 5:00-10:00 p.m. Downtown Diner (CH, FD, QS) $ 7 E. Aspen Ave. • 928-774-3492 90 Hiro’s Sushi Bar & Japanese Restaurant (FD, FC, J) $$-$$$ 1312 S. Plaza Way • 928-226-8030 • hiroflag.com 150 Family owned and operated. The only downtown restaurant that opens at 5:30 a.m. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Fabulous alderwood-smoked trout, old-fashioned burgers and hand-dipped shakes! Open Monday-Saturday 5:30 a.m.9:00 p.m., Sunday 7:30 a.m.-9:00 p.m. Traditional Japanese food and freshest sushi. Biggest sushi bar in Flagstaff. Best of Flagstaff winner. Open daily for lunch MondaySaturday 11:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Sunday noon-2:00 p.m.; dinner Sunday-Thursday 5:00- 9:00 p.m., Friday-Saturday 5:00-9:30 p.m. Galaxy Diner Josephine’s Modern American Bistro 195 • (FD, FC, SW) $-$$$ 503 N. Humphreys St. • 928-779-3400 • josephinesrestaurant.com 90 (CH, DS, FD) $ 931 W. Route 66 • 928-774-2466 Fifties fun and fantastic food on historic Route 66. Breakfast, burgers, sandwiches, salads, steaks, chicken, pasta and old-fashioned shakes and sundaes from the classic fountain. Custom car show on Fridays, swing dancing on Saturdays. Open Sunday-Thursday 6:00 a.m.9:00 p.m., Friday-Saturday 6:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m. Casual elegant atmosphere, historic building, outdoor patio, two fireplaces, award-winning cuisine, excellent cocktails and large wine selection. Open for lunch Monday-Saturday 11:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m., dinner 5:30-9:00 p.m. (Saturday lunch closed in winter.) Garcia’s Mexican Restaurant (FD, M) $$ 1900 S. Milton Rd. • 928-779-1960 126 La Bellavia (CH, FD) $ 18 S. Beaver St. • 928-774-8301 A local favorite since 1976 – multiple year Best of Flagstaff winner for “Best Breakfast”. Featuring our famous trout and eggs, custom espresso drinks and local art on display. Open daily 6:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m. 54 Casual family dining featuring $4.99 lunches, MondayFriday 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. All dishes made fresh daily. Open Sunday-Thursday 11:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m., Friday and Saturday 11:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m. Best Happy Hour in town, Monday-Friday 3:00-7:00 p.m. All Flagstaff restaurants and bars are smoke-free indoors by city ordinance; however, some offer outside smoking areas. For key to restaurant amenities, see page 37 or 41. 38 flagstaffarizona.org 800.842.7293 Bus Parking • 39 Private Rooms Private Rooms • Seating Cap. Seating Cap. Group Rates Group Rates Bus Parking Late for the Train (B, CH) $ 107 N. San Francisco St. (downtown) • 1800 Fort Valley Rd. 928-773-0100 • lateforthetrain.com The Pines Café at Little America Hotel (FD) $-$$ 2515 E. Butler Ave. • 928-779-7979 • 800-865-1399 littleamerica.com 100 • Coffee houses, bakery and roastery. Import, roast and serve coffees from all over the world. Best of Flagstaff for 6 years. Offering breakfast, lunch and dinner in a relaxed atmosphere, featuring a wide selection of breakfast items, salads, sandwiches and entrees made from scratch and cooked to order. Open daily 6:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m. Little America Hot Grill and Deli (DS, QS) $ 2515 E. Butler Ave. • 928-779-7966 • 800-865-1399 littleamerica.com 50 • Pizza By George (FD, I) $-$$ 5250 E. Cortland Blvd., Ste.C-6 • 928-526-0500 118 • • Breakfast, fresh soups, salads, sandwiches and more. Groceries on-site. Home of the 50-cent ice cream cone. Open 24 hours daily. Casual family dining in a relaxed atmosphere. Featuring hand tossed New York style pizzas baked in stone ovens and fine Italian cuisine, grilled steaks, ribs, fresh seafood, salads, soups, sandwiches, calzones and more. Fine wines and beer. Open daily 11:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m. Delivery all day. Mamma Luisa Italian Restaurant (FD, FC, I) $$ 2710 N. Steves Blvd., Ste.14 • 928-526-6809 50 • Homemade Italian food, served in a warm and friendly atmosphere with excellent service. Open nightly at 4:30 p.m. Rendezvous Coffee House & Martini Bar (B, CH, C, DS, QS) $ 100 N. San Francisco St. • 928-779-3131 • 800-545-3068 hotelmontevista.com 40+ Matterhorn Grill (C) $$$ 103 W. Birch Ave. • 928-226-7388 Coffee house by day, classy top shelf martini bar by night. Available for private parties. Open daily 7:00 a.m.-2:00 a.m. 102 • • German restaurant with complete German menu, German wine/beer and casual fine dining specials. Open TuesdaySaturday 5:00-9:00 p.m. Salsa Brava (M, QS) $ 2220 E. Route 66 • 928-779-5293 • salsabravaflagstaff.com Continually voted “Flagstaff’s Best Mexican Restaurant”. Serving Flagstaff for over 20 years. Full cantina, fireside patio dining, kids menu. Where the locals go! Open daily 11:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. 150 Mormon Lake Lodge Steakhouse (FD, SH) $$-$$$ 30 minutes southeast of Flagstaff; 21 miles on Lake Mary Rd. to Mormon Lake Village Exit, turn right, go seven miles to lodge 928-354-2227 • mormonlakelodge.com 350 • • • One of the few authentic Arizona open pit steakhouses still in operation. Enjoy the area’s best USDA Choice mesquitegrilled beef, chicken or fish entrées. Hours vary by season. Sakura Sushi and Teppanyaki (J) $$-$$$$ 1175 W. Route 66 • 928-773-9118 • sakuraflagstaffsushi.com One of Flagstaff’s most unique dining experiences, featuring a sushi bar and Teppanyaki-style service (group seating). Open Monday-Saturday 11:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m. and 5:0010:00 p.m., Sunday 5:00-10:00 p.m. 87 • Pasto - Cucina Italiana (FC, I) $$$$ 19 E. Aspen Ave. • 928-779-1937 • pastorestaurant.com Share in the great tradition of Italian cooking and hospitality. Our menu blends the familiar with contemporary, authentic Italian cooking. Summer hours (May 15-September 15) open daily for dinner 5:00 p.m.-close. Winter hours (September 16May 14) open Tuesday-Sunday, 5:00-9:00 p.m. 100 –AAA Rating; B–Bakery; CH–Coffeehouse; C–Continental; DS–Deli/Snack Bar; FD–Family Dining; FC–Fine Cuisine; I–Italian; J–Japanese; M–Mexican; QS–Quick Service; SW–Southwestern; SH–Steakhouse • Average price range per individual meal excluding alcohol, tax and tip: $ = under $10; $$ = $11-$15; $$$ = $16-$25; $$$$ = $26 and over. Art gallery Beer/wine Full bar Live music Wheelchair access WiFi 40 flagstaffarizona.org 800.842.7293 Bus Parking • 41 Dining & Nightlife continued Dining & Nightlife continued Private Rooms Seating Cap. Group Rates Bus Parking Dining & Nightlife continued Visitor Center Sizzler (FD, I, M, SH) $-$$$ 2105 S. Milton Rd. • 928-779-3267 3540 E. Route 66 • 928-526-3391 300 • • • Services Sizzling steaks, chicken and seafood. All-you-can-eat salad bar includes fresh vegetables, fruit, pasta, taco bar, soup, appetizers and a dessert bar. Separate banquet area. Open MondaySaturday 11:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m., Sunday 8:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m. To make the most of your Flagstaff visit, make us your first stop. Before you set out to explore the many wonders of our area, let us help you get off to a great start. If you’re looking for directions, travel tips, details about an attraction, dining suggestions or simply some local flavor and history, our friendly staff will be happy to assist you. • Free Flagstaff 5-Day Explorer guide that details five self-guided tours of spectacular sights and activities. (Available in English, French, German and Spanish.) Free local and state maps Brochures of attractions, tours, lodging and more Helpful itinerary suggestions Visitor Center Gift Shop Historic Downtown Walking Tours Strombolli’s Restaurant & Pizzeria (FD, I) $$ 1435 S. Milton Rd. • 928-773-1960 • strombollis.com 75 Family-owned and operated for 26 years. We specialize in authentic, freshly prepared Italian cuisine and hand tossed, stone baked pizza and calzones. All dishes are prepared on-site and fresh to order. Open daily for lunch and dinner. The Place -Mike and Rhonda’s East (CH, FD, QS) $ 3518 E. Route 66, Suite 107 • 928-526-8138 148 • • Casual restaurant with fast service and good prices. Best Breakfast, Best Lunch and Best Dinner awards for the last 10 years! Tiffany Tree Lounge at Little America Hotel $-$$ 2515 E. Butler Ave. • 928-779-7979 • littleamerica.com 50 • Casual elegance offering live entertainment, large screen TV, wireless Internet access. Order dinner from the Western Gold Steakhouse menu. Open Sunday-Thursday noon11:00 p.m., Friday-Saturday 12:00 p.m.-12:00 a.m. Happy Hour Monday-Friday 4:00-7:00 p.m. • • • • • Weatherford Hotel, Zane Grey Ballroom (FD, SW, SH) $$ 23 N. Leroux St. • 928-779-1919 • weatherfordhotel.com 135 • F L A G S TA F F V I S I T O R C E N T E R One East Route 66 • Flagstaff, Arizona 86001-5530 USA 800-842-7293 • 928-774-9541 flagstaffarizona.org visitorcenter@ci.flagstaff.az.us Located downtown in the historic Weatherford Hotel. Enjoy a meal and drinks on the beautiful wrap-around balcony and 1880’s bar from Tombstone. Open daily 5:00 p.m.-2:00 a.m. Western Gold Steakhouse at Little America Hotel (FD, QS, SH) $$-$$$$ 2515 E. Butler Ave. • 928-779-7979 • 800-865-1399 • littleamerica.com 85 • Open daily in the historic downtown train station. Enjoy Flagstaff's finest gourmet steakhouse in a casual elegant atmosphere. Featuring top choice grain-fed Midwest beef. Executive Lunch buffet during the week and Sunday Brunch. Open Monday-Friday 11:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Sunday 10:00 a.m.1:30 p.m., all evenings 5:00-10:00 p.m. Call for winter hours. 42 flagstaffarizona.org 800.842.7293 43 Climate & Comfort Flagstaff’s combination of high altitude, low humidity and diverse terrain provide mild weather conditions and clear air throughout the year. At 7,000 feet (2,135 meters) elevation, Flagstaff is located in the largest contiguous ponderosa pine forest in the world. However, ecosystems spanning piñonjuniper studded plateaus, high desert, green alpine forest and barren tundra can all be found within the Flagstaff area. Information Arizona Office of Tourism 1110 W. Washington St., Ste. 155 Phoenix, AZ 85007 602-364-3700 • 866-275-5816 arizonaguide.com Resources Navajo Nation Tourism Department P.O. Box 663 Window Rock, AZ 86515-0663 928-871-6436 discovernavajo.com Average Daily Temperatures Month January February March April May June July August September October November December High Fo 43 46 50 58 68 79 82 80 74 63 51 44 Co 6 8 10 14 20 26 28 27 23 17 11 7 Low Fo 17 19 23 27 34 41 50 49 42 31 22 17 Co -8 -7 -5 -3 1 5 10 9 5 -1 -6 -8 Precipitation inches 2.18 2.56 2.62 1.29 0.80 0.43 2.40 2.89 2.12 1.93 1.86 1.83 cm 5.54 6.50 6.65 3.28 2.03 1.09 6.10 7.34 5.38 4.90 4.72 4.65 Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce 101 W. Route 66 Flagstaff, AZ 86001 928-774-4505 flagstaffchamber.com Painted Cliffs Welcome Center One mile west of the Arizona/New Mexico border at Exit 359 on Interstate 40 928-688-2448 Flagstaff City Hall 211 W. Aspen Ave. Flagstaff, AZ 86001 928-774-5281 flagstaff.az.gov Ambulance-Fire-Police Call 911 Flagstaff Coconino County Public Library 300 W. Aspen Ave. Flagstaff, AZ 86001 928-779-7670 flagstaffpubliclibrary.org Average Annual Days of Sunshine 288 days Average Annual Precipitation 22.91 inches (58.2 cm) Average Annual Snowfall 108.80 inches (276.4 cm) Flagstaff CVB and Flagstaff Film Office Mailing address: 211 W. Aspen Ave. Flagstaff, AZ 86001 Physical address: 323 W. Aspen Ave. 928-779-7611 • 800-217-2367 flagstaffarizona.org Greater Phoenix Convention & Visitors Bureau Experience More Wonders of Arizona Mesa, Arizona visitmesa.com Tips for Comfort At high altitude the sun is more intense and you may experience fatigue and shortness of breath. Drink plenty of water, use sunscreen and rest as often as necessary. Layered clothing is a must, as are comfortable shoes, a sweater or fleece, a hat and sunglasses. April - August Mild, refreshing days and balmy evenings are perfect for outdoor fun. Bring shorts, light pants and rain gear. Expect afternoon showers during the July-August rainy season. September - October The perfect season to enjoy colorful fall foliage. Days are comfortably cool; evenings turn slightly chilly. Layered clothing is a must with a warm sweater, fleece or jacket for night. November - March “Winter wonderland” and snow-sports season with crisp days and cold nights. Heavy snow at times. Bring warm pants, winter coat, gloves, boots and heavy socks. 44 flagstaffarizona.org Phoenix, Arizona visitphoenix.com Flagstaff Visitor Center One E. Route 66 in the historic downtown train station 928-774-9541 • 800-842-7293 flagstaffarizona.org Sedona, Arizona visitsedona.com Scottsdale, Arizona scottsdalecvb.com Tempe, Arizona tempecvb.com Hopi Cultural Center P.O. Box 67 Second Mesa, AZ 86043-0067 928-734-2401 hopiculturalcenter.com Tucson, Arizona visittucson.org Yuma, Arizona visityuma.com 800.842.7293 45 THE OFFICIAL FLAGSTAFF 2009 VISITOR GUIDE Published by the Flagstaff Convention and Visitors Bureau F L A G S TA F F V I S I T O R C E N T E R One East Route 66 • Flagstaff, Arizona 86001-5530 USA 800-842-7293 • 928-774-9541 flagstaffarizona.org