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a nearby lava river that flowed through downtown one million years ago, outline a short, winding path. Visitors can walk the labyrinth as often as they like, with each walk likely bringing different feelings to the surface. It typically takes about 20 minutes to reach the center, reflect for a few minutes and then head back out. www.flagstafflabyrinth.com.

5. Sunset Crater National Monument

Northern Arizona is a landscape shaped by volcanic activity, one of the most recent being the eruption at Sunset Crater less than 1,000 years ago. The highlights of the monument include a looping and interpretive Lava Flow Trail and a hike up to the nearby Lenox Crater. For more info, visit www.nps.gov/sucr.

6. Walnut Canyon National Monument

With hundreds of ruins built into the stone alcoves and ledges of a steep canyon, Walnut Canyon National Monument offers a glimpse into the lives of the ancient Sinagua. It’s one part of the triumvirate of national monuments surrounding Flagstaff with Sunset Crater and Wupatki. Learn more at www.nps. gov/waca.

7. Wupatki Spirit Totems

While Wupatki National Monument itself is currently closed to visitors, a strange attraction on the edge of the Navajo Nation south of the monument is full of mystery. The origin of the Wupatki Spirit Totems is unknown, with most locals only aware that the totems have been there as long as they can remember. It’s important for visitors to respect the area, and leave it better than they found it. Some people leave gifts of small trinkets or money in the totems. The totems are located on the east side of US 89, just past mile marker 443.