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Unusual Attractions in Flagstaff

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Coconino Lava River Cave

Eons ago, a rushing lava river formed this pristine passage through solid rock.

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Roden Crater

The artist James Turrell is repurposing an extinct volcano crater as an observatory to experience the cosmos.

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Wupatki National Monument

This historic national park is covered in the stunning ruins of red rock pueblos.

Flagstaff, Arizona

Walnut Canyon

Ancient pueblos built into the base of a natural canyon wall.

Flagstaff, Arizona

Lowell Observatory

This Arizona observatory is famous for investigations into Martian life, and as the place humans first spotted Pluto.

Grand Falls

Witnessing the might of this dessert-colored desert waterfall is a rare, powerful treat.

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Cinder Lake Crater Field

NASA used this site to fake the moon landing before actually sending people to the moon.

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Wupatki Spirit Totem

A mysterious spirit totem at the edge of Navajo lands.

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