Little Adventures,
Big Memories

Find the best, local family-friendly places in Flagstaff, AZ — from museums and trails to local shops and restaurants.

35.197° N, 111.649° W

Scout's favorites

Don't miss these top-rated, paw-picked places.

Buffalo Park Trails

Flagstaff's favorite 2-mile loop — flat, stroller-friendly, with Peaks views all around.

Picture Canyon

A 478-acre preserve with ancient petroglyphs and Flagstaff's only year-round waterfall.

Aspen Nature Trail

A gentle aspen-forest stroll at 9,295 feet that turns pure gold in fall.

Fatman's Loop

A boulder-filled loop over an ancient lava flow with a famous tight squeeze kids love.

Walnut Canyon Rim Trail

A scenic rim path with canyon views, pueblo ruins, and an ADA-accessible start.

Red Mountain Trail

A gentle walk into a volcanic amphitheater full of hoodoos and climbable red rocks.

Browse all places

Field Notes

Fresh guides, tips, and stories for exploring Flagstaff with kids.

Fall in Flagstaff With Kids: Your 2026 Season Guide

September 11, 2026

Fall in Flagstaff means gold aspens, pumpkin patches, Oktoberfest, and a downtown Halloween trail. Here's how to plan the season with kids, from foliage drives to rainy-day backup plans.

Your Guide to Labor Day in Flagstaff

Labor Day weekend is the biggest weekend Flagstaff has all summer — the county fair, Art in the Park, the Shift bake sale, and cooler mountain air. Here's how to plan it with kids in tow.

Best Playgrounds in Flagstaff

The Flagstaff playgrounds local families actually use — with open space, shade, restrooms, and parking noted for each park.

View all field notes

Little Adventures,Big Memories

Browse places by category

Eat

Play

Hike

Eat

Learn

Shop