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Walnut Canyon National Monument
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Activities
Hiking
Recommended Activities
Allow at least 2 hours to see the museum, hike down to the ruins (trail closes at 4:00 p.m.), and to walk the Rim Trail. Ranger talks are offered daily, June through August, at 10:00 a.m and 2:00 p.m. at the Rim Trail Overlook. Guided walks are offered during June, July and August. Schedules vary. Ledge Hikes are usually scheduled Wednesday and Sunday at 10:00 a.m., 1- hour. This 3/4 mile (1.2km), off-trail adventure starts at the Visitor Center and ends on the Island Trail. Visit numerous cliff dwellings in an area otherwise closed to entry. Water and hiking shoes required. Participation is limited.
The Island Trail descends 85 feet (56m) into the canyon providing access to 25 cliff dwelling rooms. The trail, a strenuous 9/10 of a mile (1.4km) round trip, is one of the best ways to experience the park. Climbibg the 240 steps back up can tax heart and lungs. Trail closes at 4:00 p.m. daily and 5:00 p.m. in June, July and August.
Backcountry hiking is not allowed in order to protect fragile archaeological sites.
Note: Arizona is on Mountain Stard Time year round.
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