PHX → PGA

Mogollon Rim

The dramatic 2,000-foot escarpment that marks the edge of the Colorado Plateau, showing a sharp transition from desert to forest.

San Francisco Peaks

Arizona's highest mountains, including Humphreys Peak, which often remains snow-capped well into the early summer months.

Sedona Red Rocks

Distant but recognizable crimson sandstone formations and spires located just west of the flight path near the Verde Valley.

Marble Canyon

The colorful, narrow gorge marking the beginning of the Grand Canyon, where the Colorado River carves deep into the limestone.

Vermilion Cliffs

Massive, step-like red cliffs that dominate the landscape just south of Page, glowing intensely during the 'golden hour'.

Painted Desert

A vast expanse of multi-colored badlands featuring layers of siltstone and mudstone in hues of lavender, red, and orange.

Sunset Crater

A dark, prominent cinder cone volcano surrounded by ancient basaltic lava flows that look like fresh ink on the desert floor.

Little Colorado River Gorge

A deep, winding incision in the desert floor where the Little Colorado River meanders toward its confluence with the main canyon.

Lake Powell

The bright turquoise waters of the man-made reservoir contrasting sharply with the surrounding orange Navajo sandstone.

Glen Canyon Dam

A massive concrete arch dam holding back the Colorado River, clearly visible as the plane enters the Page airport traffic pattern.