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What to do and see in Flagstaff, Arizona (AZ): The Best Hiking Trails
Astounding natural wonders, invigorating outdoor recreation and fascinating cultural attractions make Flagstaff the perfect getaway to rejuvenate the body and replenish the mind. Set at the base of the beautiful San Francisco Peaks, and surrounded by lush national forests, the city provides ample opportunity for fresh air fun. Spring, summer and fall bring hikers, campers and mountain bikers, while winter draws skiers and ice skaters. But don't let a focus on the "good old outdoors" fool you. Fostered by the local university, Flagstaff is also chock-full of educational and cultural attractions. Be sure to see the award-winning permanent exhibit "Native Peoples of the Colorado Plateau" at the Museum of Northern Arizona. The Pioneer Museum offers a glimpse of what life was like for the early settlers of the region and includes a 1929 Baldwin locomotive in its collection. The city also has an arboretum and a planetarium. The entire area is a living anthropology and geology lesson, with ancient Native American ruins and stunning scenery at the Wupatki and Walnut Canyon National Monuments, just waiting to be explored.
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1. Humphrey's Peak Trail - San Francisco Peaks
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By chalm1
From the parking lot walk across an open area (ski run) approximate elevation 9300', enter forest. Next 2 - 2.5 hours are an easy steady climb through the forest to the saddle at approximately 11.800', from saddle it's about 30-45 minutes to the summit at 12,633'. Trail is pretty well marked, only remember on place in the forest where I had to think about it for a moment. Above the saddle the trail is well worn, but even without it, say in winter, simply keep going up until there is no more up. There are three false summits, none of them large, along the way.
2. Kachina Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 20 reviews
This five-mile hiking trail, almost entirely within the boundaries of the Kachina Peaks Wilderness, allows visitors sweeping views of Agassiz Peak, along with a variety of wildlife.
3. Red Mountain Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 131 reviews
Reviewed By Lesleynphil - Clarkdale, United States
This is an easy hike you can do with a family. You will see amazing rock formations while enjoying the outdoors. Great views of San Francisco Peaks. A little ladder to climb along the path but we lifted our dog to a person on top. Something fun to do while in Northern Arizona.
4. Old Cave Crater Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
5. S P Crater
6. Wet Beaver Creek
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 20 reviews
7. Kendrick Park Nature Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By ROCruiser - Claremont, United States
What a wonderful find! This was the best spot for me on our 10-day RV trip on Route 66. We left Grand Canyon to Flagstaff and this park was right on the beautiful 180. Very quiet and serene. We walked the shorter trail and son decided to take the long trail. Did not really see any wildlife since it was at noon but still very pretty all around. For a while I thought we were in Switzerland when looking across to the hills on the other side of 180. Would love to go back for more.
8. Lockett Meadow
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 42 reviews
Reviewed By nomad2702
Get here early during fall as this place is very popular for seeing fall colors. Moderate level hike, well marked and amazing fall colors.
9. Elden Lookout Trail No. 4
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By robbygc - Toronto, Canada
The Elden Lookout Trail had snow last night. The mountains had lots of snow. However, the snow made the mountain so beautiful! I will remember this forever! Gorgous Elden Mountain
10. Sandys Canyon Trail #137
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 10 reviews
An easy one-mile hike near Flagstaff
