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Flagstaff Arizona Last Updated: 04/28/2023 |
| Flagstaff is a city located in the northern part of the state of Arizona in the United States. It is situated at an elevation of 6,910 feet (2,106 meters) above sea level, making it one of the highest-elevated cities in the United States. As of the 2020 United States census, the population was 76,831. | |
| Flagstaff is known for its proximity to several natural wonders, including the Grand Canyon, which is located about 80 miles (129 km) to the northwest of the city. Other nearby attractions include the San Francisco Peaks, which are the highest mountains in Arizona, and the Wupatki and Walnut Canyon National Monuments, which feature ancient Native American ruins. Flagstaff is also home to Northern Arizona University, which is a public research university with over 30,000 students. The city has a vibrant downtown area with many shops, restaurants, and cultural events throughout the year. In terms of climate, Flagstaff experiences four distinct seasons, with cold winters and mild summers. The city is a popular destination for skiing and snowboarding in the winter, and hiking and outdoor activities in the summer. | |
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Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort Place » Casino The Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort is a casino and resort located near Flagstaff, Arizona. The resort is situated about 20 miles east of Flagstaff, Arizona, along Interstate 40. It is located on the Navajo Nation, which is the largest Native American reservation in the United States. 124 views 💖 122181 Resort Blvd Flagstaff, AZ 86004 |
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Riordan Mansion State Historic Park Place » Outdoors Riordan Mansion State Historic Park is a historic house museum located in Flagstaff, Arizona. The park consists of two nearly identical homes built in 1904 by Michael and Timothy Riordan, prominent lumber barons in the area. 391 views 💖 2409 W Riordan Rd, Flagstaff, AZ 86001 |
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Museum of Northern Arizona Place » Museum Located in Flagstaff, Arizona, the 200 acre museum campus includes an exhibit building, research labs, and state of the art collections facilities for more than five million Native American artifacts, natural science specimens, and fine art pieces. 424 views 💖 33101 N Fort Valley Rd, Flagstaff, AZ 86001 |
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Wupatki National Monument Place » Historical Place Wupatki National Monument is a protected area located in the northern part of the U.S. state of Arizona, near Flagstaff. It was established in 1924 to preserve archaeological sites and ruins left by the Sinagua people, who lived in the area from about 500 AD to 1425 AD. The monument encompasses over 35,000 acres and includes numerous pueblos and other structures, as well as a variety of other archaeological features. 443 views 💖 66400 N US Highway 89, Flagstaff, AZ 86004 |
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Lowell Observatory Place » Tourism Lowell Observatory is an astronomical observatory located in Flagstaff, Arizona. It was founded in 1894 by astronomer Percival Lowell, who dedicated the observatory to the study of the Solar System, particularly the study of Mars. 433 views 💖 61400 W Mars Hill Rd, Flagstaff, AZ 86001 |
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Coconino National Forest Place » Tourism Coconino National Forest is located in Flagstaff, Arizona, and covers more than 1.8 million acres of land. The forest is known for its diverse landscapes, including the red rocks of Sedona, the San Francisco Peaks, and the Mogollon Rim. 411 views 💖 8Lake Mary Rd, Flagstaff, AZ 86001 |
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Walnut Canyon National Monument Place » Tourism Walnut Canyon National Monument is a historic site located in Flagstaff, Arizona. The monument preserves ancient cliff dwellings and artifacts of the Sinagua people who lived in the area more than 800 years ago. 375 views 💖 83 Walnut Canyon Rd, Flagstaff, AZ 86004 |