Walnut Canyon National Monument
Protected park · AZ, USA
Walnut Canyon National Monument in AZ, USA. Operated by National Park Service.
Usual hours
- Mon–Sun 9:00–17:00
About
This park's official page lists: Wheelchair-accessible facilities.
Entrance / day-use fee applies.
This park's official page lists: Restrooms, Visitor center, Drinking water, Picnic areas.
At the park
- Wildlife & bird watching
Before you go
- Disability access
- This park's official page states it has wheelchair-accessible facilities. Specific routes, transfer access and equipment vary — confirm with the park for your needs.
- Limits
- ADA Service animals are welcome in NPS buildings and on park trails
- Getting there
- Walnut Canyon National Monument is located approximately 7.5 miles (12 km) east of Flagstaff. From Interstate 40, take Exit 204, and turn south. The Walnut Canyon Visitor Center is located at the end of this 3-mile (5 km) road.
- Weather & when to go
- Be prepared for variable and extreme weather conditions. You may expect high winds any time of year, summer temperatures above 95ºF (35ºC), afternoon storms July–September, and heavy snow from fall to spring. Dress in layers, as weather at Walnut Canyon can change quickly at any time of year.
- Visitor center
- Walnut Canyon Visitor Center — The visitor center is open daily with exceptions for extreme weather conditions and select holidays.
Facilities on the park map
2 picnic area, 1 restroom, 1 visitor information.
History
- Opened
- 1915
- Heritage status
- Listed heritage / protected status
- Park opened