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Slide Rock State Park |
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Dare to
try the exciting 30-foot water slide eroded into the rocks of Oak
Creek Canyon. This natural and slippery slide winds through the
cool creek bed and offers visitors an unusual outdoor thrill. 30
minutes from Flagstaff.
1-928-282-3034 
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Sunset Crater National Monument |
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Explore the picturesque remains of a volcano, now surrounded
by hardened black lava rivers and mysterious lava caves. More than
900 years ago, Sunset Crater Volcano began to form as ashes and cinders
erupted from a fissure in the ground. Today, trails and viewpoints
allow close examination of the natural features of this surrealistic
landscape. The red orange hue around the volcano's rim suggests its
name. 10 minutes from Flagstaff.
1-928 526-0502 |
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Walnut Canyon National Monument |
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Experience the beauty and history of this
tranquil, pristine, stream-cut gorge. See the remarkable remnants
of an ancient Sinagua complex; some 300 rooms built in the steep
canyon where pueblo residents lived nearly a thousand years ago.
Visit the museum and see ancient artifacts. 20 minutes from Flagstaff. A
shuttle may be available from the hostel - $5.00 per person. 1-928-526-3367 |
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Wupatki National Monument |
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Visit a tranquil and pristine area that was once home
to the farmers and traders of the Anasazi and Sinagua people. Walk
near the pueblos on trails that allow you to peer through a window
into the past. Extensive ruins including an ancient ampitheatre.
40 minutes from Flagstaff. 1-928-679-0502 |
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Zion National Park |
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Visit this 146,551-acre world of canyons, grottoes,
buttes, mesas, and stunning water-carved rock sculptures, all created
through erosion. An awesome 2,000-foot deep canyon lies at the heart
of Zion Canyon with a collection of geological marvels carved over
time by the Virgin River. Following a rain, when waterfalls stream
off the cliffs in crystal showers, the colors attain their greatest
beauty. Autumn adds the glorious hues of changing leaves. Drive the
6 & 1/2 mile route through the gorge of the Virgin River or hike
the network of 10 wilderness trails, totaling 116 miles in length.
Free programs, guided walks, etc. 4.5 hours from Flagstaff. 1-435-772-3256 |
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GRAND CANYON INTERNATIONAL HOSTEL
1-888-442-2696 • 1-928-779-9421
info@GrandCanyonHostel.com
19 1/2 South San Francisco Street
Flagstaff AZ 86001
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