– Lat/Long: 35.37° N 111.50° W

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Sunset Crater guide

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Sunset Crater

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  • Elevation: 2447 m
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  • Best months to climb: March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November
  • Convenient center: Flagstaff
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