Indoor & Outdoor Activities in Arizona - Northern AZ


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    Archaeology Sites (top)

  • Canyon De Chelly National Monument Experience the distinctive architecture, artifacts, and rock imagery in one of the longest continuously inhabited indian community.
  • Grand Canyon Caverns Take the 45 minute tour of the Grand Canyon Caverns, but first you will ride an elevator 210 feet down into the earth. While there you will see rock and crystal formations and more.
  • Walnut Canyon National Monument Enjoy the island trail which goes by many cliff dwelling rooms and allows for views of others across the canyon.
  • Wupatki National Monument Visit Wapatki, it was the largest pueblo around less than 800 years ago. Learn interesting facts about the Native Americans that inhabited this pueblo on the Colorado Plateau many years ago.

    Educational (top)

  • Grand Canyon Caverns Take the 45 minute tour of the Grand Canyon Caverns, but first you will ride an elevator 210 feet down into the earth. While there you will see rock and crystal formations and more.
  • Lowell Observatory Look up to the heavens and learn about the stars at the observatory where Pluto was discovered in the early 1900's.

    Hikes (top)

  • Elk Ridge Ski Area Enjoy winter sports like snow tubing and skiing just outside Williams Arizona.
  • Wing Mountain Snow Play Come and enjoy an organized snow play area in Northern Arizona with plowed and managed parking, hot beverages, sleds and other concessions. Activities include sledding, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, and playing in the snow

    Museums (top)

  • Arizona Historical Museum - Pioneer Museum Come see the history of Flagstaff and Northern Arizona in this vast collection of over 10,000 artifacts from earlier times in the area.
  • Planes of Fame - Grand Canyon/Valle When touring the Grand Canyon, plane enthusiasts can stop by this museum in Valle to view the collection of aircraft that they have. You won't miss their big C-121A Constellation out front.
  • Powell Memorial Museum Come and learn about the history of Powell's exploration of the Colorado River in the late 1800's. There are sketches and photos from his expeditions as well as other artifacts and information from the area.

    Natl/State Parks (top)

  • Canyon De Chelly National Monument Experience the distinctive architecture, artifacts, and rock imagery in one of the longest continuously inhabited indian community.
  • Grand Canyon Skywalk The Skywalk over the Grand Canyon will be the first-ever cantilever shaped glass walkway to suspend more than 4,000 feet above the canyon’s floor and extend 70 feet from the canyon’s rim. Planned to open on March 28, 2007
  • Walnut Canyon National Monument Enjoy the island trail which goes by many cliff dwelling rooms and allows for views of others across the canyon.
  • Wupatki National Monument Visit Wapatki, it was the largest pueblo around less than 800 years ago. Learn interesting facts about the Native Americans that inhabited this pueblo on the Colorado Plateau many years ago.

    Physical Fun (top)

  • Arizona Snowbowl Enjoy skiing in the winter and hiking, chairlift rides, concerts and more in the summer.
  • Crowley Pit This old cinder pit makes for a great place to go sledding in the winter. With slopes for all ages to enjoy.
  • Elk Ridge Ski Area Enjoy winter sports like snow tubing and skiing just outside Williams Arizona.
  • Flagstaff Nordic Center For those that enjoy cross-country skiing or snowshoeing in a beautiful forest, this place is for you. With more than 40km of groomed trails, there is much to do and see that a night or two in the lodge may be in order.
  • Wing Mountain Snow Play Come and enjoy an organized snow play area in Northern Arizona with plowed and managed parking, hot beverages, sleds and other concessions. Activities include sledding, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, and playing in the snow

    Trains (top)

  • Grand Canyon Railway Come to Williams and ride the train to the Grand Canyon. In the winter there is a train ride to Santa's workshop.
  • Verde Canyon Railroad Located in the beautiful Verde Valley along the Verde River, you will see wonderful scenic views and if lucky you may catch a glimpse of Bald Eagles nesting.

    Water Sports (top)

  • Grand Canyon Skywalk The Skywalk over the Grand Canyon will be the first-ever cantilever shaped glass walkway to suspend more than 4,000 feet above the canyon’s floor and extend 70 feet from the canyon’s rim. Planned to open on March 28, 2007

    Zoos (top)

  • Grand Canyon Deer Farm Walk through a deer reserve. There are Buffalo, Elk and other animals among the deer. The kids can feed the deer, or enter the pygmy and Nigerian goat pen to feed and pet the goats.
  • Keeper's of the Wild Come experience this one of a kind animal sanctuary in Northern Arizona. They rescue exotic animals and offer tours and educational programs.