The beating heart of the southwest. Flagstaff is the gateway to the grand canyon and has many national monuments in her backyard. The city of Flagstaff can serve as your launchpad to venture on the adventure of a lifetime. A breathtaking destination lies in each of the cardinal directions of the city.

To the east of Flagstaff lies the first location you MUST visit is the Walnut Canyon national monument. This historical scene is one to remember. Ancient Sinagua cliff dwellings dot the steep canyon walls, descending to the bottom’s narrow and dry creek, from which the canyon gets its name. You can look out over Walnut creek and the ruins from the Visitor Center. However, if you want the whole experience, you’ll have to hike the one-mile Island Trail, which begins directly from the Visitor Center. Stairs take you down the canyon wall about 185 feet, where you can walk below the overhanging walls and through a series of reconstructed ruins.