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Flagstaff

A DAY IN FLAGSTAFF

At an elevation of 7,000 feet surrounded by Ponderosa pine forest, Flagstaff is Arizona’s fourseason hub of activity where an eclectic mix of small town charm, a wealth of fine art and cultural offerings and endless outdoor adventure beckons.

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HISTORIC DOWNTOWN FLAGSTAFF

Explore Historic Downtown Flagstaff, a hub of activity with a variety of dining, shopping and historical buildings. Enjoy breakfast or lunch at Tourist Home All Day Cafe, or beer at Lumberyard Brewing Co., located inside the Halstead Lumberyard Building built in the early 1900’s, and at the end of the day, visit Hotel Monte Vista or The Weatherford Hotel and enjoy food and drinks while listening to live music.

downtownflagstaff.org

MORMON LAKE LODGE

Everyone needs a place to lay their weary head. For travelers visiting Mormon Lake, Mormon Lake Lodge and Campground is an excellent choice for rest and rejuvenation. Well-known for its quaint environment and proximity to great restaurants, Mormon Lake Lodge and Campground makes it easy to enjoy the best of Mormon Lake.

mormonlakelodge.com

THE LOWELL OBSERVATORY

Check out the location where Pluto was discovered – and explore different ways to check out the sky including the Clark Refractor, Dyer Telescope and Giovale Open Deck Observatory for a memorable stargazing experience. Visitors can also learn about astronomy from one of many engaging exhibits and find a unique gift from their gift shop.

lowell.edu

4 MORE EXPERIENCES TO TRY

DOWNTOWN FLAGSTAFF HAUNTED HISTORY TOUR

Freaky Flagstaff Foottours takes you on a guided adventure to some of downtown Flagstaff’s favorite haunts. This pine-treed, aspen-dotted little gem has been a rockin’ and a rollin’ and a drinkin’ and a fightin ‘ since before the railroad track was laid. There are plenty of tales to tell and spirits to raise, and Freaky Flagstaff will take you to some of the hot-spots (that’s ghost-hunter lingo!) in town.

freakyfoottours.com

HIKING AND BIKING

Explore the outdoors on one of many biking and hiking trails with varying levels of difficulty, but with all the breathtaking views.

flagstaffarizona.org

HOTEL MONTE VISTA

During your stay at the allegedly haunted Hotel Monte Vista, visit the Monte Vista Cocktail Lounge, which was the first speakeasy in Flagstaff.

hotelmontevista.com

SHOP AT THE BURLY BEAR

Browse this shop which has a variety of rustic home decor that ranges from pillows, figurines, wall art, cabin signs, bear carvings and more.

theburlybear.com

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