the volcanos of San Francisco Peaks loom out of the high desert like a mirage. they are ever-present nearby and an awesome sight always. More

We went past these peaks several times and each time were in awe of their presence. More

The mountain scenery is a wonderful background to Flagstaff. The ski area is really suited to its clientele, college students and teens. The trails offer decent variety and the snow was well maintained but bait thin. The lodge is college town all the way. Good for snacks and beer. They did have a selection of craft beers, thankfully. If you... More

In the summer, we love to take the short drive up to the San francisco Peaks ski area. You can purchase lift passes to ride to the top & hike around, then, ride back down. In the late winter, early Spring the ski resort is usually open if they have enough snow. It is a fairly condensed ski area, better... More

Lovely ... but pity this past winter was largely too warm while we were there to really see snow on the peaks. More

These peaks have been sacred to the Dineh and Hopi and Havasupai people for thousands of years - just north of Flagstaff, already at 6,900 feet, they soar to over 12,000 feet and the snow pack that accumulates there provides much of N. Arizona aquifers their water supply, including Oak Creek Canyon. We strongly urge tourists to visit these awesome... More

You see them from everywhere... from the Flagstaff area, from Sunset Crater NM (great view) and even driving back from the Grand Canyon (on 64 or 180). More

What a view from the AZ Snow Bowl. In the summer take the ski lift up for an even more amazing view. More

We drove all around them for about three days. Beautiful and HUGE peaks in the middle of the high desert. More