Northern Arizona Adventures

A blog written from your favorite Flagstaff Outdoor Store!

Winter Camping & Backpacking in Northern Arizona

Winter in Northern Arizona is a beautiful time. While many people understandably flock to Arizona Snowbowl to ski and snowboard at Arizona’s largest ski resort, there is also a unique…
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Gearing Up for Northern Arizona Ski Season

Early winter storms have arrived in Northern Arizona, and with them, so too has the anticipation for ski and snowboard season here in Flagstaff. Peace Outfitters employee Ian Bradford is…
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Mountaintop view with autumn foliage and antennas.

Fall Foliage in Flagstaff

Across the higher elevations of Coconino National Forest, autumn is beginning to peer around the corner. The characteristics aspen groves of areas like Mt. Elden, the Kachina Peaks Wilderness, and…
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A desert landscape with cactus and mountains in the background.

Thru-Hiking 101: Flagstaff and the Arizona Trail Community

Introduction Each year, thousands of people from around the world stand at the Southern Terminus of the Pacific Crest Trail, backdropped against desert cacti and the towering border wall that…
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peace surplus climbing in northern arizona

Gym to Crag: Outdoor Climbing in Northern Arizona

Thick evening sunis a honey glazeoozing over cliff facesBasalt tinged in glow The meandering creek murmursalong to the familiar songof carabiners’ tinkling tonesand a music born of movement Chalked hands…
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Tree trunk with flames and smoke near it.

Fire in Flagstaff and Beyond: Understanding Fire Danger and Prevention

On the morning of June 12th, 2022, a Coconino National Forest fire lookout reported a small blaze near Schultz Pass, just six miles north of Flagstaff. In the following days,…
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A person paddles on a lake surrounded by trees.

Water in the Arizona Desert

Find the best summer water adventures near Flagstaff, Arizona here!
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Truck parked in mountain forest.

Overlanding in Northern Arizona and the 15th Anniversary of Overland Expo West

Overlanding has grown significantly in the last few years. Read this blog to learn all about Overlanding in Northern Arizona and the event that brings thousands of people to Flagstaff every May.
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Colorful disc golf discs displayed on a retail store wall, with a focus on a blue disc labeled "discmania md5.

Watch Out for That Tree: Flagstaff’s Mountain Disc Golf Scene

Looking to learn about disc golfing in Flagstaff, Arizona? Everything you need to know is here! From courses to gear, we've got you covered.
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A canvas tent on a grassy hill overlooking a scenic lake and forested mountains during sunset.

Gearing up for Spring and Summer with Peace Outfitters

Get ready for spring and summer! Learn about inspecting your gear, cleaning it up and storing it before you hit the trails!
Read More

Winter Camping & Backpacking in Northern Arizona

Winter in Northern Arizona is a beautiful time. While many people understandably flock to Arizona Snowbowl to ski and snowboard at Arizona’s largest ski resort, there is also a unique…
Read More

Gearing Up for Northern Arizona Ski Season

Early winter storms have arrived in Northern Arizona, and with them, so too has the anticipation for ski and snowboard season here in Flagstaff. Peace Outfitters employee Ian Bradford is…
Read More
Mountaintop view with autumn foliage and antennas.

Fall Foliage in Flagstaff

Across the higher elevations of Coconino National Forest, autumn is beginning to peer around the corner. The characteristics aspen groves of areas like Mt. Elden, the Kachina Peaks Wilderness, and…
Read More
A desert landscape with cactus and mountains in the background.

Thru-Hiking 101: Flagstaff and the Arizona Trail Community

Introduction Each year, thousands of people from around the world stand at the Southern Terminus of the Pacific Crest Trail, backdropped against desert cacti and the towering border wall that…
Read More
peace surplus climbing in northern arizona

Gym to Crag: Outdoor Climbing in Northern Arizona

Thick evening sunis a honey glazeoozing over cliff facesBasalt tinged in glow The meandering creek murmursalong to the familiar songof carabiners’ tinkling tonesand a music born of movement Chalked hands…
Read More
Tree trunk with flames and smoke near it.

Fire in Flagstaff and Beyond: Understanding Fire Danger and Prevention

On the morning of June 12th, 2022, a Coconino National Forest fire lookout reported a small blaze near Schultz Pass, just six miles north of Flagstaff. In the following days,…
Read More
A person paddles on a lake surrounded by trees.

Water in the Arizona Desert

Find the best summer water adventures near Flagstaff, Arizona here!
Read More
Truck parked in mountain forest.

Overlanding in Northern Arizona and the 15th Anniversary of Overland Expo West

Overlanding has grown significantly in the last few years. Read this blog to learn all about Overlanding in Northern Arizona and the event that brings thousands of people to Flagstaff every May.
Read More
Colorful disc golf discs displayed on a retail store wall, with a focus on a blue disc labeled "discmania md5.

Watch Out for That Tree: Flagstaff’s Mountain Disc Golf Scene

Looking to learn about disc golfing in Flagstaff, Arizona? Everything you need to know is here! From courses to gear, we've got you covered.
Read More
A canvas tent on a grassy hill overlooking a scenic lake and forested mountains during sunset.

Gearing up for Spring and Summer with Peace Outfitters

Get ready for spring and summer! Learn about inspecting your gear, cleaning it up and storing it before you hit the trails!
Read More