Flagstaff

Travel Nursing in Arizona: Flagstaff — Flagstaff holds a reputation for attracting outdoor adventurers and enthusiasts. Flagstaff offers a very diverse terrain that appeals to a long list of mountain bikers, campers and climbers—just to name a few. Despite being a small town, Flagstaff has a huge music and theatre culture. Close to The Grand Canyon and Route 66, Flagstaff is the perfect place to set up base camp while visiting some of the nation’s greatest historic and natural wonders.

Weather in Flagstaff: Flagstaff is characterized by a semi-arid climate, with four distinct seasons. Weather conditions are mild throughout the year. With snow during the winter and sun during the summer, Flagstaff is the perfect place to experience all four seasons.

Sites to See Within the City:

The Arizona Snowbowl—The Arizona Snowbowl is one of Arizona’s preferred ski spots. Located just 7 miles northwest of Flagstaff, it is the perfect place to take your day off and enjoy the slopes during the winter months. In the fall, enjoy a scenic ride to the top of the mountain.

The Grand Canyon—No trip to Flagstaff is complete without seeing The Grand Canyon. While in Flagstaff you can enjoy a day trip to the magnificent natural wonder to take in the painted deserts and marvel at its glorious beauty.

Lowell Observatory—Come play among the stars at the Lowell Observatory. Founded in 1894, this observatory is active in astronomical research. Famous for discovering Pluto, this observatory leaves many things to be uncovered in space and on earth.

What Nurses Love about Flagstaff:
The Culture—Flagstaff is the perfect place to explore our country’s rich Native American past. Close to sites such as Montezuma Castle and Homolovi Ruins State, it is easy to take a trip through time and learn about the Native American culture.

Nature at its Finest—The array of natural beauty all over the city of Flagstaff is truly unbelievable. Discover the rose-colored deserts, picturesque forests and statuesque mountains of Flagstaff.

The Activities—The weather in Flagstaff allows for any outdoor activity throughout the year. Go skiing and snowboarding during the winter, hiking and river rafting during the summer and camping anywhere in between. This outdoor lover’s paradise is the perfect place to try it all!

Useful Resources:
Flagstaff City Official Website
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