Things to Do in Northern Arizona
Flagstaff

September 1, 2026

Arizona Snowbowl: Flagstaff's Mountain Playground

Arizona Snowbowl spreads across the slopes of the San Francisco Peaks, Flagstaff's tallest mountain, with skiing and snowboarding in winter and scenic chairlift rides in summer and fall.

By Mike Konefal | 4 min read
Arizona Snowbowl ski area on the San Francisco Peaks with a ski lift line running up the forested mountain

Arizona Snowbowl is Flagstaff's hometown mountain, spread across the upper slopes of the San Francisco Peaks, the highest mountain range in Arizona. In winter it is the region's go-to ski area; when the snow melts, summer and fall visitors ride the scenic chairlift for sweeping views of the forest and the town below.

What to Know

  • Winter skiing and snowboarding on the San Francisco Peaks
  • Scenic chairlift rides with high-altitude views in the warm months
  • Summer hiking access on the highest terrain in Arizona

Even visitors who never slide on snow enjoy the mountain. Chairlift rides, high-elevation hiking, and the dramatic backdrop of the Peaks make it a popular escape, especially when the desert valleys below are baking in summer heat.

Snowfall is measured in feet on the upper mountain, and the ski season typically runs from late fall into spring, with plenty of powder days when winter storms sweep across Northern Arizona.

Mike Konefal, real estate agent and local guide for Flagstaff and Northern Arizona

Mike Konefal

Broker Associate · Coldwell Banker Northland Realty

A Northern Arizona local for more than 26 years, Mike writes this guide to help visitors and future residents discover the best of Flagstaff, Williams, and the surrounding region.

Ask Mike a Question

Get the weekly Flagstaff newsletter