Mount Elden
A lava dome right next to the city's northeast side. A steep trail to the summit offers views over the whole town and the San Francisco Peaks.
Mount Elden is a lava dome just northeast of the city, at an elevation of about 2,834 meters. The most popular trail starts from a trailhead beside State Route 89. The one-way distance is about 4.5 km with roughly 700 meters of elevation gain. It follows a steep switchback route to the summit area, where the old fire lookout tower stands. From the top you can see all of Flagstaff, Sunset Crater, and the San Francisco Peaks. The south slope offers little shade, so start early in summer and bring plenty of water. Admission is free.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Buffalo Park
- Museum of Northern Arizona
- Historic Downtown Flagstaff & Route 66
- Flagstaff Visitor Center (Historic Depot)
- Pioneer Museum
- Lowell Observatory
- Riordan Mansion State Historic Park
- Lockett Meadow