Shadow Mountain Travel Guide
Flagstaff
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Popular places to visit
Northern Arizona University
Explore the campus of Northern Arizona University during your trip to Flagstaff. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Arizona Snowbowl
Hit the slopes at Arizona Snowbowl during your trip to Flagstaff. Take in the lively festivals and mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Lowell Observatory
This observatory is famous for discovering the dwarf planet Pluto and features many educational activities, historic telescopes and events for visitors.
Meteor Crater
Study a massive impact crater, created by a meteorite in the northern Arizona desert that hit earth about 50,000 years ago.
Flagstaff Extreme
Enjoy a trip to Flagstaff Extreme and popular activities such as hiking in Flagstaff. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Humphreys Peak
Arizona’s highest mountain soars out of the Coconino National Forest and the hiking trail that leads to its summit passes by tundra, wildflowers and volcanic peaks.
Things to do
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona
Discover Sedona Small-Group Tour
Grand Canyon South Rim Full-Day Self-Guided Tour
Top hotels in Shadow Mountain
❤️ Voted a VRBO Flagstaff favorite! Great mountain location w/spa, super clean.
"My husband and I and my daughter's family stayed at this wonderful home the week of NAU's graduation. We loved the location of being close to NAU but not too close so we were out of the congestion. My granddaughter loved the "Camp Flag" loft and we all enjoyed both some ping pong and the outdoor ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Ranked #1 by VRBO in Flagstaff for 4 years! AC, Pets and Hot Tub!
"We had a blast - perfect weekend getaway with the family"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Little America Flagstaff
"Newly renovated, super clean rooms, and super polite staff! Easy check-in, easy to find great amenities."
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Hotel Aspen InnSuites Flagstaff/Grand Canyon
"I usually stay here when stopping in Flagstaff. They were doing construction this time so many of the rooms were not available. For the price you can't beat it. Yes, you can hear trains in the night. But the price! And the pool was heated! Our family always enjoys the time we spend there."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Comfort Inn Flagstaff South I-17
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Flagstaff
"Overall our stay was great. One weird thing was that the light switch would turn off the refrigerator. So we had to leave a light on when leaving the room so our food would stay cold."
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Shadow Mountain
Downtown Flagstaff
If you're spending some time in Downtown Flagstaff, Heritage Square and Flagstaff Symphony Orchestra are top sights worth seeing.
Northern Arizona University
Though Northern Arizona University may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Walkup Skydome and Flagstaff City Hall.
Old Town Flagstaff
Old Town Flagstaff is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Heritage Square and Flagstaff Symphony Orchestra while you're in town.
Southside
Though Southside may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Flagstaff City Hall and Walkup Skydome.
Switzer Mesa
Though Switzer Mesa may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Flagstaff City Hall and Heritage Square.
