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Winter Recreation » Snow Activities » Local Parks
Flagstaff is a haven for winter activities. Our local parks — including Buffalo Park and Fort Tuthill County Park — are great places to snowshoe and cross-country ski because they feature trails and other amenities. Note that no sledding is allowed in city parks, but sledding is permitted in the Cinch Hook area.
Coconino County Parks & Recreation • 928-679-8000
Directions: Located 2 miles south of Flagstaff, on the west side of I-17 / HWY 89. Take Exit 337; the park is on the opposite side of I-17 from Pulliam Airport.
Visitors are welcome to play in the snow, snowshoe, cross-country ski and build snowmen! There are no sledding areas in the park, but here is plenty of parking, along with picnic ramadas and tables. The park is open from dawn to dusk.
City of Flagstaff Parks & Recreation • 928-779-7690 • www.flagstaff.az.gov
Directions: From S. Milton Rd. (off I-17N), go left at Humphreys St., turn right on Columbus, go one block east, turn left on Beaver St. and continue uphill. Next, turn right on Forest Ave. and continue east. At the top off the hill, turn left on Gemini Dr. to the parking area.
Buffalo Park is a Flagstaff's favorite. With spectacular views of the San Francisco Peaks, people will discover a vast network of trails, including access to the Flagstaff Urban Trails System (FUTS), National Forest trails and the Arizona Trail. Situated on 215 acres, the park features a 2-mile trail loop, parking, portable restrooms, one 24x20 handicap-accessible ramada and plenty of open spaces. Buffalo Park's trails and amenities are maintained year-round. Open from dawn to dusk and located within city limits at 2400 N. Gemini Dr., Buffalo Park is ideal for winter sports such as cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.
City of Flagstaff Parks & Recreation • 928-779-7690 • www.flagstaff.az.gov
Directions: From S. Milton Rd. (off I-17N), take a left at Humphreys St., turn right on Columbus, go one block east, turn left on Beaver St. and continue uphill. Next, turn right on Forest Ave., continue east and turn left at the light on Turquoise Dr., which leads to a parking area.
Enjoy ice skating at the Jay Lively Ice Arena, 1650 N. Turquoise Dr. For a small fee, lessons, public skating, figure skating and hockey are offered. Rental skates are also available.
Directions: Located on State Highway 87 and Highway 260 junction 7.3 miles north of Strawberry.
When visiting the Cinch Hook area, please remember that only inflatable and lightweight plastic sleds are permitted. Snowboards, skis, wood or metal sledding devices are NOT ALLOWED. You must pack out your garbage. For more info, call Blue Ridge Ranger Station at 928-477-2255 or Happy Jack Information Center at 928-477-2172. It is recommended to call in advance to find out the amount of snow warranting the opening of the recreation area. Cinch Hook is open for weekend use from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. when snow conditions are met, the parking area is plowed and there is sufficient staff.
© 2008 Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau. All rights reserved. Contact us at 928-774-9541, 800-379-0065, or cvb@ci.flagstaff.az.us for more info.
