Camp Out At End Of The World, One Of The Best And Most Underrated Views In Arizona

Remote areas certainly aren’t hard to find here in Arizona, but few compare to the sheer isolation of “End of the World,” a camping spot tucked away in the Coconino National Forest. As the name suggests, this secluded landscape has been largely untouched by man, with incredible sprawling views of both red rock and woodland terrain far below. Read on and see why we think End of the World, Flagstaff needs to be on everyone’s camping bucket list!

East Pocket, is colloquially known as "End of the World."

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It sits within the Coconino National Forest just south of Flagstaff and at an elevation of over 5,000 feet. This secluded escarpment overlooks lush pine groves, ancient volcanic rock, and craggy, red sandstone towers.

You're welcome to just take a scenic drive and admire the sweeping panoramic vistas before turning around, but you'll want to pitch a tent for the full experience.

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There's no official campground, but national forest land allows dispersed camping free of charge.

From Sedona to Jerome, Wilson Mountain to the Black Hills, this picture-perfect scene is truly a forgotten landscape.

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Undulating peaks stretch high up towards the clouds, seemingly creating a barrier between this hidden oasis and the rest of the world.

A lookout tower provides an even more striking perspective of the entire region.

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Climb up and prepare to be absolutely breathless by the scenic views.

Another reason why camping is preferable to driving is the sunsets.

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As the final slivers of daylight disappear beneath the horizon into sunset, the sky lights up in a magical display of color.

To access End of the World, start by heading west out of Flagstaff.

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You'll traverse along Historic Route 66 and from there, you'll turn left on Woody Mountain Road and follow it for about 23 miles. Don't take any side roads until you see a break in the trees, then turn right.

Choose any of the pull-offs you desire and simply take in the views.

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Camping is allowed for up to 14 days, with fires permitted except during explicit seasonal closures. One thing to keep in mind is that this region goes by several names: The End of the World, Flagstaff; End of the World, AZ; End of the World, Sedona; and End of the World Trail, Sedona. No matter what you call it, it is definitely one of the most beautiful places in The Grand Canyon State!

Please note: a permit is required to drive all the way up atop the ridge. The area is also inaccessible during wintertime. Visit the AllTrails page to learn more. If you’d like to explore hikes around End of the World, you can find some great trails by going to the AllTrails website.

Have you ever been to End of the World? If so, do pictures do the views justice? We’d love to read about your experience in the comments section below!

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