Flagstaff, Arizona is the largest city in Northern Arizona. Flagstaff's temperate climate provides an ideal alternative to cold, harsh winters and hot, humid summers. The combination of altitude (7,000 feet), low humidity, and terrain provide mild weather conditions and clear air throughout Flagstaff's four-season year. The city of Flagstaff is surrounded by the Coconino National Forest, providing an abundant source for recreation.Sledding, Skiing, and Snowplay Around Flagstaff, Arizona
As soon as the first snow flurries fall, people flock to Flagstaff from all across Arizona with one goal in mind: to play in snow and get in as much sledding, skiing, and snowplay as possible. In Northern Arizona, Flagstaff is the place to go for all types of winter activities. There are several designated sledding areas just minutes away from downtown Flagstaff.In addition to sledding, a very popular winter pastime in Flagstaff, the area also offers cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling. With enough snow, Flagstaff also offers the ever popular downhill skiing.And, yes, Arizona does get enough snow for there to be lots of opportunities to go sledding, skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling!Outdoor recreation opportunities abound in Flagstaff. In the spring, summer, and fall, visitors can enjoy hiking on over 27 hiking trails, camping in 11 nearby campgrounds, mountain biking, horseback riding, riding ATVs, fishing Flagstaff's 7 area lakes and more.Flagstaff offers a wide range of community and cultural facilities, including; two museums, a symphony orchestra, six recreation centers, three libraries, 29 parks, two swimming pools, one public and two private golf courses, an ice skating and roller rink, 16 tennis courts, two bowling alleys, a skeet-and-trap facility, 17 indoor theater screens, and a ski resort.No matter which season, Flagstaff offers an abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities. |
