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A Fabulous Mountain City
Founded in the last part of the 19th Century as a logging and farming community, Flagstaff, AZ grew with increased railroad traffic across the southwest. By the turn of the century, the Lowell Observatory was located here, along with a "normal school" (now NAU).
The iconic Route 66 is the main street through downtown, and over 120 trains, mostly freight but also Amtrak passenger) pass through town daily.
This page is intended for visitors and new area residents to give an overview of life in the area.
According to Wikipedia
Flagstaff (Navajo: Kin?ání) is a city located in northern Arizona, in the southwestern United States. In July 2006, the city's estimated population was 58,213. The population of the Metropolitan Statistical Area was estimated at 127,450 in 2007."[http://www.census.gov/population/www/estimates/metro_general/2007/CBSA-EST2007-01.csv]." United States Census Bureau. Retrieved on April 5, 2008 It is the county seat of Coconino County. In 2005, Mens Journal named Flagstaff as No. 2 on its Best Places to Live list, and National Geographic cited the city in its list of "10 Great Towns That Will Make You Feel Young."Staff Writer. "Flagstaff economy held steady in 2005." Arizona Republic. December 282005]]. Retrieved on February 22 2007. The city is named after a Ponderosa Pine flagpole made by a scouting party from Boston (known as the "Flagstaff Tea Party") to celebrate the United States Centennial on July 4 1876.
Flagstaff lies near the southwestern edge of the Colorado Plateau, along the western side of the largest contiguous Ponderosa Pine forest in the continental United States."Biotic Communities of the Colorado Plateau." Northern Arizona University. Retrieved on March 2, 2007. Flagstaff is located adjacent to Mount Elden, just south of the San Francisco Peaks, the highest mountain range in the state of Arizona. Humphreys Peak, the highest point in Arizona at 12,633 feet (3,850 m), is located about 10 miles (16 km) north of Flagstaff in Kachina Peaks Wilderness.
Flagstaffs early economy was based on the lumber, railroad, and ranching industries. Today, the city remains an important distribution hub for companies such as Nestle, Purina, Petcare, and Walgreen, and is home to Lowell Observatory and Northern Arizona University. Flagstaff has a strong tourism sector, due to its proximity to Grand Canyon National Park, Oak Creek Canyon, and historic Route 66. The city is also home to medical device manufacturing, including such companies as W.L. Gore and Machine Solutions.
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Area Attractions
Flagstaff draws visitors for a variety of reasons, not least of which is its proximity to Grand Canyon National Park, which it acts as a gateway for. Northern Arizona University, the Museum of Northern Arizona, and the Lowell Observatory are also big draws. Flagstaff Reading Material
Flagstaff Forecast
Current weather conditions in Flagstaff, AZ (86001)
Local Pollen Reports
69°F (Feels like 69°F)
Last update: 7/19/08 8:25 PM MST
Humidity: 54%Visibility: 10.0 mi
Dew Point: 52°F
UV Index: 0 (Lawn and Garden Weather)
Barometer: 30.20in steady
Moon: Rush Hour Traffic
Wind: 16mph From: Airport Conditions
Tonight
Low
Low: 59°F
Sunrise: 5:27 AM
Sunset: 7:39 PM
Sunday
Jul 20
N/A
High: 71°F
Low: 53°F
Sunrise: 5:28 AM
Sunset: 7:39 PM
Monday
Jul 21
PM T-Storms
High: 70°F
Low: 52°F
Sunrise: 5:28 AM
Sunset: 7:38 PM
Tuesday
Jul 22
Scattered T-Storms
High: 74°F
Low: 53°F
Sunrise: 5:29 AM
Sunset: 7:37 PM
Flagstaff Local Arts and Cultural Events
Here's what Yelpers have to say about Arts & Entertainment in 86001
- Arizona Mobile Cinema (Flagstaff)
- "They produce outdoor and indoor movie events for city governments, resorts, neighborhood associations, schools, universities, private and corporate parties,..." more
Flagstaff Shopping Reviews
Here's what Yelpers have to say about Shopping in 86001
- Wal-Mart (Flagstaff)
- "Gross and dirty. Went in for some water because the hotel only had $1.00 bottles. Got freaked out by the young employees making loud sounds, singing..." more
- Blockbuster (Flagstaff)
- "it sure is too bad when you can't give something zero stars! This place should just close! Sad, lousy place all around..One major reason is that it is not..." more
Flagstaff Hotel/Motel
Here's what Yelpers have to say about Hotels & Travel in 86001
- Ramada Limited West (Flagstaff)
- "For the price, location, and safety, this 2-star chain hotel without frills gets 5 stars from a girl traveling through the Southwest all by her lonesome...." more
- Amerisuites (Flagstaff)
- "not bad for a hundred bucks. Full on suite with kitchen thingy and couches. I got rid of one star because their internet service all of the sudden said..." more
- Comfort Inn I17 & I40 (Flagstaff)
- "Stopped in on our way through the state en route to New Mexico. The location of this hotel is very keen, being right off the Interstate. Rooms were large..." more
- Hilton Garden Inn (Flagstaff)
- "Eh...like most Hiltons, it's a'ight. They main annoying thing was I requested an early check-in when booking online, but upon ariving at 1 we were told we..." more
- La Quinta Inn & Suites (Flagstaff)
- "Summary: --free parking --free Internet --free, not gross breakfast --*quiet* location(a big deal in Flagstaff, home of the whistle blowing night trains..." more
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Flagstaff Feedback
If you live in or have been to Flagstaff, leave a comment about your experience here!
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carrieokier
5 stars! Whenever I think I want to hit the road, Arizona always comes to mind for some reason. Never been there- plan to someday! Posted May 01, 2008 |
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WhippetTalk
Very nice. A great get-away in just a few hours when the temps soar over 100 degrees here in Phoenix. Posted April 20, 2008 |
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beeobrien
Do you have the guest room all made up for me? I'll be there tomorrow. Posted April 20, 2008 |
