Now that Winter is officially here as of a few days ago, Mother Nature surely will be planning some spectacular and snowy get-aways! Whether you drive up for a day trip, or plan to “hunker down” for a few days at a ski resort with some hot buttered rum, our state has you covered!
FLAGSTAFF and SURROUNDING SITES
One of the most popular areas for Phoenicians to visit in the winter, Flagstaff and its surrounding areas pretty much guarantee snow on the ground for visitors. However, the route primarily used to travel there, Interstate 17, can be a head-ache if there is construction (or an unexpected accident!) Check the AZ Department of Transportation and local weather forecasts for up-to-date info.
- Oakhill Snow Play Area (Kaibab National Forest near Williams)
- Located on the site of an old alpine ski area from the 1950’s
- Two sledding runs
- Arizona Nordic Village (Flagstaff)
- camping, ski lessons, snow “biking”, trails, snowshoeing and more
- Cabins and Yurts available for rent
- Mormon Lake Lodge (40 miles south of Flagstaff)
- Highlights include snowmobiling and cross-country skiing
- Snowbowl Ski Resort (Flagstaff)
- Full ski resort with amenities
- LIVE Webcams
- Elk Ridge Ski and Outdoor Recreation Area (South of Williams)
- Skiing, snowboarding, sledding and snow tubing
WHITE MOUNTAINS And SURROUNDING SITES
Surrounded by lakes and tall pine trees, this northeastern part of our state runs next to the Colorado Plateau of the White Mountain range.
- Williams Valley Winter Sports Area (Alpine)
- snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, downhill skiing, snowshoeing, tubing, and ice fishing
- Campsites available
- Hannagan Meadows Lodge (Alpine)
- On the Colorado Trail
- Ice fishing and snowmobiling set this resort apart
- Sunrise Park Resort (Greer)
- Largest ski resort in Arizona
- LIVE Webcam
- Offers all winter fun and activities
Whether you formally plan a trip up north or from your backyard one morning you witness snow that looks like “its just a few miles north of us”…jump in the car!
Odds are good that just north of Black Canyon City (45 minutes from downtown Phoenix) and beyond to other areas like Prescott, Payson or Sedona, you’ll find a place to pull off the road safely and to make a snowman!