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Walnut Canyon National Monument
Visitor Centers
View of canyon and mountains through visitor center windows
NPS photo by Dallas Larsen
The visitor center lobby features views of the canyon and distant mountains.

Walnut Canyon Visitor Center

Open All Year. Click here for hours. 

Phone
(928) 526-3367

Location
Leave I-40 at Exit 204, 7.5 miles (12 km) east of Flagstaff; drive south 3 miles (5 km) to the canyon rim. Warning: Tight turn around for towed vehicles; 40 feet (12 meters) maximum length advisory.

Closures
Closed December 25th.

Exhibits
Museum exhibits and artifacts are on display.

Interpretive Programs
Ranger talks and guided walks are offered during much of the year. See a schedule.

Facilities
Bookstore, restrooms and picnic area. Information to help plan your visit.

Food, supplies and overnight accomodations are available in Flagstaff.
drawing of split twig figurine  

Did You Know?
Animal-shaped figurines made from split twigs have been found near Walnut Canyon National Monument and at other places in the southwest. They indicate the presence of early human inhabitants 4000 or more years ago.

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Last Updated: August 07, 2006 at 12:06 EST