Flagstaff,
Arizona is an interesting
town that mixes the old west with a mountain flavor. Flagstaff's
elevation is 6900 ft and is at least 20 to 30 degress cooler than
Phoenix, just 2 hours to the south on I-17. When you drive into
Flagstaff from either I-17 or I-40, the first thing you will notice
are the San Francisco Peaks rising
above the skyline to the Northwest of town. Mount Humphreys (12,643
ft.) is the highest point in Arizona. On a clear day, it's majestic
peak can be seen for miles from the city. Lowell Observatory is located in Flagstaff. This is where
the planet Pluto was discovered in 1930 now in 2006 its been demoted to dwarf planet.
Northern Arizona University is located on the south side of town
and is a major part of the Flagstaff economy. In addition to being
a college town, Flagstaff is a major railroad link for rail cargo
and even has an AMTRAK station. US Route 66 is clearly marked throughout
the town and you can buy Route 66 souvenirs here. This is a great
summer base camp for the RV entheusiast. The South Rim of the Grand
Canyon is only 90
minutes away by car. To the left we have many ideas on what to to
while your in the area. Flagstaff like most western towns has experienced
rapid growth in recent years. On this trip, I was surprised by the
renewal of the downtown area. The town has been able to keep the
old while still blending with the new. Flagstaff has a Home Depot
on the West side of town and a shopping mall and Starbucks on the
east side.The "old historic town" still has the feel of
an old western mountain town. There are many museums and shops to
visit throughout the town. If you are taking I-40 across Arizona,
Flagstaff is the best place to stop since you will find many amenities
here. Flagstaff has many reasonable camp grounds in the area. Do
not try to use the local Wal-Mart to camp over night since it is
against the law here. Flagstaff is a great getaway whether you are
traveling across country or just on a weekend holiday.
rising
above the skyline to the Northwest of town. Mount Humphreys (12,643
ft.) is the highest point in Arizona. On a clear day, it's majestic
peak can be seen for miles from the city. Lowell Observatory is located in Flagstaff. This is where
the planet Pluto was discovered in 1930 now in 2006 its been demoted to dwarf planet.
Northern Arizona University is located on the south side of town
and is a major part of the Flagstaff economy. In addition to being
a college town, Flagstaff is a major railroad link for rail cargo
and even has an AMTRAK station. US Route 66 is clearly marked throughout
the town and you can buy Route 66 souvenirs here. This is a great
summer base camp for the RV entheusiast. The South Rim of the Grand
Canyon is only 90 
minutes away by car. To the left we have many ideas on what to to
while your in the area. Flagstaff like most western towns has experienced
rapid growth in recent years. On this trip, I was surprised by the
renewal of the downtown area. The town has been able to keep the
old while still blending with the new. Flagstaff has a Home Depot
on the West side of town and a shopping mall and Starbucks on the
east side.The "old historic town" still has the feel of
an old western mountain town. There are many museums and shops to
visit throughout the town. If you are taking I-40 across Arizona,
Flagstaff is the best place to stop since you will find many amenities
here. Flagstaff has many reasonable camp grounds in the area. Do
not try to use the local Wal-Mart to camp over night since it is
against the law here. Flagstaff is a great getaway whether you are
traveling across country or just on a weekend holiday. 
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