Flagstaff, Arizona

Your next favorite dog-friendly travel destination is Flagstaff City in Arizona. Towering mountains, fascinating Ponderosa Pine forests, and drop-dead gorgeous desert surround this “City of Seven Wonders.”

What’s with the seven wonders?

Flagstaff is the haven of the widely known seven wonderful spots of the wider Flagstaff area, such as the Wupatki National Monument, Walnut Canyon, Sunset Crater, San Francisco Peaks, Oak Creek Canyon, Grand Canyon, and the Coconino National Forest.

Things to Do in Flagstaff City in Arizona with Your Dog

The city itself is a pet-friendly area. By saying so, you can have a blast with your adorable fur baby when you are in Flagstaff.

• City of Seven Wonders

Well, it’s just appropriate to take a peek and visit the seven wonders of Flagstaff that boost the city’s popularity in tourism.

• Wupatki National Monument

Location: 25137 N Wupatki Ln, Flagstaff, AZ, US 86004    

It houses archaeological sites from the Native Americans. You can take a walk with your pup on any paved road or in the parking lot in the area. Only service dogs recognized by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) can get inside the buildings and on trails.

• Walnut Canyon

Location: 3 Walnut Canyon Rd, Flagstaff, AZ, US, 86004

You'll experience the cliff dwellings of the ancient Native Americans when you visit this national monument. It extends through twenty-four miles and four hundred feet deep. Different plants and animals are abundantly living in the area.

• Sunset Crater

Location: 6082 Forest Service 545 Rd, Flagstaff, AZ, US 86004

On-leash fur babies can walk on the Lava Flow Trail’s paved portion and are also warmly welcomed and greeted on the US Forest Service lands that surround the area.

• San Francisco Peaks

Location: San Francisco Mountain, Flagstaff, AZ, US 86001

Another pride of the Flagstaff City is the “San Francisco Peaks,” which is also a dog-friendly attraction. You can enjoy a walk with your on-leash pup in the park or trail.

• Oak Creek Canyon

Location: Oak Creek Canyon, Flagstaff, AZ, US 86336

It’s a river canyon that is in between Flagstaff and Sedona and often dubbed as the smaller cousin of the widely famous Grand Canyon due to its undeniable scenic beauty.

• Grand Canyon

Location: Grand Canyon, Flagstaff, AZ, US 86023

Your on-leash fur baby can get in the South Rim part of this popular tourist destination. Fall in love as you witness the layered red rocks that are millions of years in age. The sunset is the best in this area.

• Coconino National Forest

Location: 1824 S Thompson St, Flagstaff, AZ, US, 86001

The seventh of the city’s “Seven Wonders” is the “Coconino National Forest,” which also holds out of this world magnificent view and landscapes. Your pooch can roam around in the majority of the forest on-leash.

• Dark Sky City

Flagstaff is also notably popular for its other tag as the “Dark Sky City.” It’s the first International Dark Sky City in the world.

Enjoy watching the bright stars at night by visiting Lowell Observatory and the US Naval Observatory.

• Lowell Observatory

Location:  1400 W Mars Hill Rd, Flagstaff, AZ, US 86001 

Although your paw can’t get inside the observatory, you can take a hike on the gorgeous Mars Hill that overlooks the Flagstaff city.