Which passage to take thru Flagstaff

[Ooooo]

I am looking at the Data Book and it shows 2 routes through Flagstaff. One is called Alt. Passage 33 access. Which trail do you recommend thru Flagstaff? The west trail or the east trail. What are the pros and cons?

[sandyfortner]

The resupply route isn't part of the 800 mile total but it is an option to the San Francisco Peaks passage if you need to resupply or are looking for a zero day or 2. If you don't need town time, you can stick to Passage 34. If you just want to grab soda and snacks while near a town, as you cross Highway 89 on the Elden Mountain passage you are just down the road from a convenience store.

[Ooooo]

Thanks Sandy, but I am still a bit confused. He map shows a shorter west route and a possibly longer east route. Which route is the standard AZT trail. Which trail is the resupply route?

[Tortoise_Hiker]

@LisaS
East one is the normal route. West is the resupply route.

[Ooooo]

Thanks, that makes sense.

[Sredfield]

. . .and the east route is gorgeous (mostly) and quite close to town if you need something.

[Trew]

That gives me an answer, too.

thanks for asking, and responding.

[The_Eagle]

The west route through town, has it's high points.
We saw a mountain Lion