Top Adventures in Coconino County
Hike the Wupatki Pueblo Trail
Start your hike from the visitor center and walk the path down to the different ruins. Take time to explore the ruins and admire the surrounding scenery. The path is rather uneven in certain places and require some caution.
0.4 miles
85 ft gain
Hiking and Stargazing at SP Crater
Off of the 89, just north of Flagstaff AZ, there is an unmarked dirt road just before a gas station. It leads out to privately owned land that's open to the public. Some friends and I went out there to get away from our day jobs. As we headed down...
Hike the Lava Flow Trail at Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument
Get started on the hike from the parking lot. The first quarter mile is paved and very easy to walk. The rest of the trail takes you to the base of the volcano through lava flows and tubes. This is an incredible landscape to take in along your hike.
1 miles
Hike the Abineau-Bear Jaw Loop
This trail is slightly more hidden on the northern slope of the San Francisco Peaks, but well worth the drive just outside of Flagstaff. Do it during the last week of September, when summer gives it’s last wave goodbye in a spectacle of electric y...
7 miles
1960 ft gain
Explore Grand Falls
Grand Falls is located about 30 miles northeast of Flagstaff Arizona in Navajo Nation. Even though its only 30 miles from Flagstaff you’ll still have about an hour drive to the falls. 10 miles of the trip will be on Indian road 70 which is a main...
Hike Inner Basin Trail #29
When the golden fall color is at its peak is when this trail (and Locket Meadow camping) is the most popular. I recommend getting there as early as possible, because parking goes FAST. And note that the drive up to the trailhead is a bit sketchy...
3.2 miles
757 ft gain
Trail Run in Lockett Meadow
Getting There North of Flagstaff on the 89A, take a left turn directly after a sign for Sunset Crater. This road winds up a well-developed path; when it ends, turn right. After the road banks left, take a right at the next fork and continue on the...
Camp in the Coconino National Forest
The free camping in the Coconino (as well as the many other national forests) is generally along the old Fire Roads, and old Forest Service Roads. You can tell if a road is one of these by a brown sign with an FS 123 or any other number, FS meanin...
MTB the Hart Prairie Loop
This outstanding loop takes in high altitude meadows, aspen glades, fabulous evergreen forest, and unbelievable views in the San Francisco Peaks. The ride lacks any technical challenges, but long and consistent uphill grades (at high elevation) ma...
15.2 miles
1198 ft gain
Winter Summit Humphreys Peak, Arizona
From Flagstaff, take US-180 west towards the Grand Canyon. Take US-180 for 7 miles until you reach Snow Bowl Rd. Turn right/N onto Snow Bowl Rd and take this for 7 miles as it winds its way up the mountain. If it has recently snowed you will need ...
8.4 miles
3335 ft gain
Hike the Aspen Nature Loop at Humphrey's Peak
This is a great hike that has amazing views at all times of the year. This trail might be closed for skiing season, but I am not sure.
I went in October, just before Halloween and the weather was perfect. The leaves were changing and there was a n...
1.8 miles
300 ft gain
Hike to Humphreys Peak Summit
If you think you might only get one chance to hike Humphreys Peak in your life, I recommend this hike so that you can have a unique view experience of the east and west sides of the Peaks. This is a shuttle hike of Humphreys Peak which combines th...
12.4 miles
3300 ft gain
Nearby camping, hotels, and more
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Flagstaff, Arizona
Oleary Group Site
Overview O'Leary Group Campground was constructed in 2001 and is named for O'Leary Peak, which overlooks this site. The campground is designed to accommodate the special needs of large groups with ... -
Flagstaff, Arizona
Kendrick Cabin
Overview Kendrick Cabin offers groups of up to 10 people the chance to experience spectacular mountain views, numerous hiking and mountain biking trails, and several cultural and historic attractio... -
Flagstaff, Arizona
Little Elden Springs Horsecamp
Overview Little Elden Springs Horse Camp is a campground that was created for those who love horses and enjoy riding in a beautiful landscape. Located in the Coconino National Forest of northern Ar... -
Williams, Arizona
Grand Canyon Camping
Mountain Views, Open vista's, beautiful sunsets, close to Kaibab Lake, 35 minutes to Williams, AZ and 25 minutes to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon.From $40/night
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Parks, Arizona
Spring Valley Cabin Bunkhouse
Overview Spring Valley Cabin and Bunkhouse offer a peaceful retreat with spectacular views, quiet solitude, wildlife viewing opportunities and access to cross country ski trails, all just minutes a...
