McMillan Mesa

This natural area has over 300-acres of wilderness for you to explore.

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McMillan Mesa Details

This natural area has over 300-acres of wilderness for you to explore. From the wavering fields of grasslands to the densely wooded forests of ponderosa pines, this untouched slice of natural beauty is a great place to escape the bustle of city life. There is not much action going on here but that is part of what makes this land all the more beautiful. Best of all, you will get to enjoy unobstructed views of the San Francisco Peaks from practically everywhere you turn.

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Nearby Points of Interest Around McMillan Mesa

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4.2 mi away

High Country Trail

If you are looking for a short trail where you can spend a few minutes out in nature, then cycle along this pleasant 1.5-mile road in the Ponderosa Trails neighborhood.

7.7 mi away

Walnut Canyon National Monument

The Sinagua people built cliff dwellings in the 350-foot deep Walnut Canyon near Flagstaff, Arizona around 1100 A.D., abandoning them perhaps 150 years later for unknown reasons.

8.9 mi away

Humphreys Peak

An adventure lover's dream, the hike up to Arizona's highest mountain is guaranteed to be a memorable experience.

9.2 mi away

The San Francisco Peaks

The San Francisco Peaks, a volcano mountain range near Flagstaff, Ariz., can be seen from several west-facing Petrified Forest National Park viewpoints.

9.3 mi away

Humphreys Peak

Standing over 12,600-feet tall, this peak is the highest mountain in the San Francisco Peaks.