There are several great attractions nearby Flagstaff that are worth exploring. One of these is the Meteor Crater Natural Landmark, often referred to as the Barringer Crater, along with its associated Barringer Space Museum, So, how far is Meteor Crater from Flagstaff, Arizona? The Meteor Crater is only about 43 miles east of Flagstaff. So,…
Welcome to the Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument trail hike, where nature and geology come together to create a stunning and otherworldly landscape. Located in northern Arizona, near Flagstaff, this unique monument is named after the Sunset Crater, a volcanic cone that dominates the area. But Sunset Crater is not just a pretty face—its formation…
Erin and I drove along Highway 89 from Flagstaff up toward Page and the Grand Canyon on our Epic Arizona Trip and came upon the old abandoned Anasazi Inn Gray Mountain. This was about 40 miles north of Flagstaff, right south of Cameron. We drove into the parking lot and explored the murals and graffiti…
Whether you’re staying in Flagstaff and desire a road trip or just passing through on I-40, you’ve got to stop and visit “Standin’ on the Corner” Park (Winslow, AZ). The park is an iconic American southwest feature that brings people back to the heyday of the historic Route 66, listening to the Eagles band…
The Wupatki National Monument, near Flagstaff, AZ, is a great destination to explore if you love ancient history like Erin and I do. In the Wupatki National Monument, you get to walk amongst the ancient Pueblos to gain an understanding and appreciation of how the ancient Native American communities lived and thrived in this environment. Visit…
