A mountain town at 7,000 feet with pine forests, snow, Northern Arizona University and the gateway to the Grand Canyon.
Population: about 77,000 · Vibe: Mountain town, outdoorsy · Best for: Outdoor lovers, four seasons, students
Flagstaff is the anti-Phoenix: cool summers, snowy winters and ponderosa pines. It’s a college town (NAU) with a historic downtown on Route 66.
Highlights
- Arizona Snowbowl skiing
- Lowell Observatory and dark skies
- Historic downtown and Route 66
- The Grand Canyon about 90 minutes away
Moving to Flagstaff
Housing inventory is limited and prices are high relative to local incomes. Winter means real snow, so plan for a capable vehicle.
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