Places​​​​

Flagstaff 

• Close to many attractions Northern Arizona has to offer. Flagstaff is home to Arizona's tallest peak Mt. Humphreys. Take a hike here and stop for a pint at Mother Road Brewing after. They have a great patio. Check out Pizzicletta next door for dinner. 

• Wupatki National Monument is just outside of town. Do the loop with Sunset Crater National Monument on highway 89, a 34 mile scenic tour. 

• Look into hiking the Lava Tubes 

Petrified Forest National Park 

• Only 1.5 hours from Flagstaff. Check another National park off your list and travel down the historic Route 66. The Petrified Forest sits in a desolate area and a lot of the park can be seen in just a few hours. 

• On the way you will pass through the small town of Winslow, Arizona, made famous by the Eagles song, "Take it Easy". Pop through and stand on the corner, and grab a beer at the brewery right across the street. 

Payson

• A small town an hour and a half outside of Phoenix. This is the gateway to the Mogollon Rim and is also a possible route up to the Petrified Forest National Park. 

•  There are a TON of Forest Service roads here for camping and boondocking. There are also a few lakes stocked with fish, trails and hiking. 

  • Horton Springs Trail ​is great for all skill levels 

  •  Bear Canyon Lake and Woods Canyon Lake. Both have designated campgrounds 

• Check out Pine and Strawberry

  • Two towns about 15 min outside of Payson. Eat at the Old County Inn. There are quite a few forest service roads and camping spots within 15-20 min of these towns making it easy to come back in for food or supplies. 

Prescott ​

• On the way to Flagstaff you will see an exit for this town. It is worth the stop if you have time. 

• Once Arizona's Capital, Prescott is steeped in history. It is an outdoor enthusiasts dream with a ton of hiking and mountain biking trails. There are great restaurants here and the infamous Whiskey Row sits in the center of the town square. ​​

  • Barley hound, Supersition Meadery and The Point are all worth checking out 

• Hike at Watson Lake to experience the beautiful rock formations in Prescott 

• Close to Sedona, Jerome and Cottonwood it is easy to day trip here. 

Lake Powell

• 2 Hours from Flagstaff this is technically the start of the Grand Canyon at Glenn Canyon Damn. This area boasts high canyon walls, magnificent views and ample areas to camp. 

• Horeshoe Bend: on they way check out this iconic view; go early to avoid the crowds 

• Antelope Canyon Tour 

  • This can only be done with a guide. Reserve early the spots fill up fast! ​

  • Want to see Antelope Canyon from the water? Click Here for a link to the Blog Page. 

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