Flagstaff Skiing
Flagstaff skiing is a popular cool winter activity enjoyed by residents and visitors alike. This year the snow promises to be abundant. Think snow! Here is the current conditions report for the Snowbowl, courtesy of SkiReport.com.
Many South of Flagstaff residents participate in downhill skiing and cross country skiing at local facilities. The season also attracts many visitors from all parts of Arizona, and from other parts of the USA. These healthful outdoor recreational facilities provide a welcome economic boost to our community. We're lucky to have them nearby.
The Flagstaff skiing facility that is best known is the Arizona Snowbowl. It is located on the San Francisco Peaks, on the north side of town. This is where most Arizonans learn the downhill sport, and where they continue to come, year after year.
The Snowbowl is working to add snowmaking equipment to ensure quality skiing and their facility's viability. Of course there are several snow recreation activities available around Flagstaff. Links to other snow recreation pages are listed at the bottom of this page.
The Flagstaff Nordic Center is an excellent cross-country skiing facility located about sixteen miles north of town along Highway 180. The Nordic Center offers snow shoeing and snow play areas in addition to cross-country skiing. Special events are scheduled, including the "Snow or No" snowshoe race in January and the ski races in February and March. The Center has the facilities to host parties, weddings, and other events. Lodging is also available. A room in the main building or a cabin? How about a yurt? (A yurt is a Mongolian semi-mobile home designed to be dismantled and carried away on your yak.) Wing Mountain is a cross country area located about nine miles north of town. This is a no fee (free) facility with limited improvements... it does have a snow play and sledding area.
The Mormon Lake Ski Touring Center is another fun cross-country ski facility. Located South of Flagstaff around the Mormon Lake countryside, the Mormon Lake Lodge and other amenities are nearby. Take Lake Mary Road south from town about twenty eight miles. Follow the paved turnoff to Mormon Lake village. If you're planning a visit and need a place to stay... Hotwire advertises
4-star hotels. 2-star prices. Save up to 55% with low Hotwire Hot-Rates! Flagstaff skiing is a popular winter sport... even in Arizona. Not all of Arizona is desert and cactus! The Flagstaff Cross Country Skiing Page About This South of Flagstaff Arizona Site Have you read this page lately? Return to the South of Flagstaff Arizona Home Page
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The Coconino National Forest is home to all
three of our Flagstaff skiing facilities. Each facility is operated by a
private concessionaire licensed by the Forest Service.
