nice choice. You could also explore Elaine Lake since you're here at Walnut Canyon National Monument; it's nearby, and golf can be played at Elden Hills Golf Course. There is so much exciting stuff to do for everyone. All our national parks are perfect sites to take a look
at, and Wupatki National Monument is no exception; playing golf is lots of fun at Continental Country Club. Throughout the warm days of summer at Walnut Canyon National Monument highs are mostly in the 80's. During the dark hours of summer temperatures sink down into the 40's.
The winter brings highs down to the 40's while the cold winter nights at Walnut Canyon National Monument are in the 0's.
Hike down into Walnut Canyon and walk in the footsteps of the people that lived here over 900 years ago. Under limestone overhangs, the Sinagua built
their homes. These single story structures, cliff dwellings, were occupied from about 1100 to 1250. Look down into the canyon and imagine the creek running through. Visualize a woman hiking up from the bottom with a pot of water on her back. Imagine the men on the rim farming corn
or hunting deer. Think of a cold winter night with your family huddled around the fire... Come out and see millions of years of history unraveled in the geology of the rocks. Listen to the canyon wren and enjoy the turkey vultures soaring above. And if you look closely, you
may even see an elk or a javelina. With a few different lifezones all together, this canyon has desert cacti growing alongside mountain firs. A truly beautiful place to see! And it is a sacred place. The people that lived here moved on to become the modern pueblo people of today.
Walnut Canyon is one of their ancestral homes. Travel through quietly and carefully. And please, leave no trace. CONTACTS Email - Flag_-_Walnut_Canyon_2@nps.gov Fax- (928)527-0246 Write
to Walnut Canyon National Monument Walnut Canyon Road #3 Flagstaff, AZ 86004 Phone Visitor Information - (928)526-3367
TRAVEL BASICS
Operating Hours, Seasons 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. - December, January, February
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. - March, April, May 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. - June, July, August 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. - September, October, November Closed December 25 REMINDER: ARIZONA IS ON MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME YEAR ROUND Getting There PLANE - Nearest
commercial airport is located in Flagstaff, Arizona. CAR - 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. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
- None available. Weather & Climate Be prepared for abrupt weather changes in any season. Expect windy conditions most of the year. Spring is usually mild but heavy snowfall can occur. Summer days are warm with temperatures in the eighties. Afternoon thunderstorms
likely July to September. Winter days can be cold, snow and ice can cause temporary closure of the Island Trail. Accessibility Accessible restrooms are located at the Visitor Center. Trail accessibility is limited because of terrain. Please contact the park for more
information. Getting Around Transportation inside the Monument is by personal vehicle, bike (along the roads), or foot. FEES/PERMITS
Entrance Fee COMMERICAL TOUR, CAPACITY 1-6 $30 for One Time
COMMERICAL TOUR, CAPACITY
26 OR MORE $100 for One Time
COMMERICAL TOUR, CAPACITY 7-25 $45 for One Time
INDIVIDUAL $3.00 for 7 Days
FACILITIES
Visitor Centers WALNUT CANYON VISITOR CENTER Open All Year At least 9am -
5pm Daily 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. Special Programs - Various ranger programs are offered during June, July and August. Schedules vary. Backcountry hiking is not allowed in order to protect fragile archaeological sites. Two RANGER-GUIDED backcountry hikes are available Memorial
Day to Labor Day. RESERVATION ONLY! 1) Saturdays @ 10am - LEDGE HIKE Three hour hike. Strenuous. 2) Sundays and Tuesdays @ 10am - RANGER CABIN WALK Two hour hike. Easy. Call (520) 526-3367 for reservations. Exhibits - Many exhibits are on display in the museum. Available
Facilities - Bookstore, restrooms and picnic areas. Food, supplies and overnight accomodations are available in Flagstaff.
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