Northern Arizona Attractions

Information about some of the most popular visitors attractions in Northern Arizona. Includes information for visitors to the Grand Canyon, the Arizona Strip, and other Northern Arizona destinations.

Top Northern Arizona Destinations

The Grand Canyon
The Grand Canyon is one of the most visited destinations in Arizona. It was formed by the movement of the Colorado River and it is nearly 280 miles long from end to end. Visitors can enjoy magnificent views from the rim, hike or ride a mule to the bottom ofthe canyon, or take a river rafting trip through the bottom of the can yon.

The Monument Valley
One of the most photographed landmarks in the United States. spans the border between Utah and Arizona. Features desert mesas and sandstone towers as high as 1000 feet.

Flagstaff, Arizona
Cooler in summer then many destinations in Arizona because of it's 7000 foot elevation in a pine forest. Flagstaff is located near the Hopi and Navajo Indian Reservations and it is about 80 miles from the Grand Canyon.

Page, Arizona
This North Arizona town overlooking Lake Powell is considered a gateway town to the Navajo Nation and the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area.

Pinetop-Lakeside, Arizona
Northern arizona town located at about 7200 feet in a forested area of the White Mountains of Arizona. Popular destination for outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, horseback riding, hunting, and fishing.

Williams Arizona
Charming mountain town in a pine forest that is considered to be a gateway town to the Grand Canyon. It is possible to take a two hour train ride from Williams to the Grand Canyon on the Grand Canyon Railway.

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Counties in North Arizona
The counties of Northern Arizona from west to east are Northern Mohave County, Coconino County, Navajo County, and Apache County.

National Parks in North Arizona
Grand Canyon National Park

State Parks in North Arizona
Includes Dead Horse Ranch State Park, Fort Verde State Historic Park, Homolovi Ruins State Park, Jerome State Historic Park, Red rock State Park, Riordan Mansion State Historic Park, Slide Rock State Park, and the Verde River Greenway State Natural Area.

Attractions in North Arizona
North Arizona visitor attractions include the Grand Canyon, the Monument Valley, and the cities of Flagstaff and Sedona.

Activities in North Arizona
- Grand Canyon Railway
- Grand Canyon Mule Trips
- Colorado River Running

More Northern Arizona Resources
- WikiTravel Northern Arizona Travel Guide
- Arizona Tourism Office: Northern Arizona
- Fodor's Grand Canyon Travel Guide
- Fodor's Northeast Arizona Travel Guide
- Frommer's Northern Arizona Guide
- Things to Do In Arizona: Northern Arizona
- North Central Arizona

Universities in Northern Arizona
Northern Arizona University

See also:
Other Regions of Arizona
Visitor Attractions in Arizona
Arizona for Visitors