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Walnut Canyon National MonumentVisitors admire dwellings along the Island Trail
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Walnut Canyon National Monument
Directions

Getting There

By Plane
The nearest commercial airport is located in Flagstaff, Arizona.

By Car
Walnut Canyon National Monument is located approximately 7.5 miles (12km) east of Flagstaff.

To reach Walnut Canyon from Flagstaff, travel east on Interstate 40 toward Albuquerque. Take Exit 204, and head south. The Walnut Canyon Visitor Center is located at the end of this 3 mile road. 

Warning: Tight turn-around in parking area for towed vehicles; 40 feet (12 meters) maximum length is recommended.

(A note about GPS units:  We highly recommend you follow these directions and NOT rely on your GPS unit. While GPS units can be very useful in urban environments, they will often lead you astray in rural situations. These units often do not accurately discern paved from unpaved roads, and may lead you into situations that vary from frustrating to dangerous.)

Public Transportation
None. Check with the Flagstaff Convention and Visitors Bureau for commercial tour services.


 

An early car trip  to Walnut Canyon  

Did You Know?
By 1915, travel to Walnut Canyon was relatively easy and inexpensive. Visitors could hire a buggy for $2 to $3, or an automobile tour for $4 to $6.

Last Updated: November 12, 2009 at 17:39 EST