Coconino National Forest 2323 E Greenlaw Lane Flagstaff, AZ 86004 928-527-3600

Hours:  Open year round, call for additional information

Admission Free, charge for certain privileges Known to be one of the world's largest contiguous ponderosa pine forests, the forest surrounds Flagstaff. Older trees are fondly referred to as "yellowbellies" because of the mature bark's yellow appearance. The forest is home to a variety of wildlife, including the American bald eagle and the black bear. Forest elevations are from 2,600 to 12,633 feet, and the forest hosts plant life from desert cactus to endangered alpine tundra groundsel.

Absolute Bikes 18 N San Francisco Street

Flagstaff Arizona  86001 928-779-5969

Hours: Call for additional information

Fee Charged

Why not enjoy all of the beautiful scenery from a well maintained mountain bike.  Many makes and models to choose from.

Elden Pueblo Archaeological Project Coconino National Forest 2323 E Greenlaw Lane Flagstaff, AZ 86004 928-527-3475 Hours:  Open as part of the forest

Admission Free

The ruins, which were excavated as part of a public research project, are located just past the Mount Elden Lookout trailhead on the west side just one mile north of the Flagstaff Mall on Highway 89. It is well signed. There is a self guided trail, so feel free to look around, but be careful not to disturb the ruins as you walk through them. Also, there are times when the general public can do some of the excavation under the supervision of a professional archaeologist.

Hitchin' Post Stables 4848 Lake Mary Rd Flagstaff, AZ 86001 928-774-1719

Hours:  Call for days and hours of operation, reservations required

Admission Charged Hitchin' Post has provided fun and western recreation in Flagstaff for over 25 years. The Coconino National Forest offers a remote setting for a ride through some of northern Arizona's most beautiful scenery. A variety of horseback rides, including a hearty steak-dinner option at an 1880s wagon train site with live cowboy entertainment, are available. Sleigh rides are offered in the winter.

Lowell Observatory 1400 W Mars Hill Rd Flagstaff, AZ 86001 928-774-2096 Hours: Days and hours of operation vary, call for additional information

Admission Free

Near downtown Flagstaff, Lowell Observatory welcomes visitors of all ages to explore the modern visitor center, hands-on exhibits, and scenic campus. Tours and programs are offered throughout the year. The planet Pluto was discovered at Lowell Observatory in 1930. Lowell's century-old Clark telescope is housed in an historic wooden dome, where night-sky viewing is offered much of the year.

Day Trip:

Grand Canyon National Park

1 S Rim

Grand Canyon, AZ 86023 Located 2 ½ hours northwest of Flagstaff 928-638-7888

Hours: South-rim open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, north-rim open mid-May – mid-October