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Dec 28, 2024
If you are afraid that your kids might fall off a cliff, do not climb the stairs. You can still see amazing views from the friendly ranger’s center. But if you’re determined to walk inside of the n…Full review by Teammilitello
Dec 21, 2024
Stopped here while on a road trip in UT/AZ. I didn't have a lot of time, so I did stop in the Visitor Center and then walked a small part of the Rim Trail. You can still see a lot from that trail if…Full review by Lvtripplanning
Nov 29, 2024
Very nicely signed and nice rim walk with great views . Unfortunately they closed early on Thanksgiving day and we got there too late to see the whole place . The visitors center has a great map lo…Full review by Mjchand
How is the road going there? Is it paved all the way or rocky, dirt road? Do you need a 4w drive vehicle?
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GPS challenges - GPS systems often lead visitor to Walnut Canyon down Forest Road 303, a dirt, unmaintained road. This road often requires a high clearance vehicle. Please follow …
GPS challenges - GPS systems often lead visitor to Walnut Canyon down Forest Road 303, a dirt, unmaintained road. This road often requires a high clearance vehicle. Please follow the directions above for the easiest route to Walnut Canyon National Monument. This is from their website.
Hi - thank you for your review - how long do you think is 'ample' for this. We are not fast/not slow walkers. Thanks!
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Going down to the canyon is an easy time, returning back up is far from it . At 7000 ft the air is thinner and the climb to the top is arduous. Allow 1.5 hrs to view the Canyon, well worth the visit.
How long should I plan on staying at the walnut Canyon National Monument “
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I agree with the 2-3 hours response. If you can, do walk the whole way; the signage is excellent, it is so interesting, and it's very beautiful, too. It is also a terrific introduction to Native …
I agree with the 2-3 hours response. If you can, do walk the whole way; the signage is excellent, it is so interesting, and it's very beautiful, too. It is also a terrific introduction to Native American life, since the Sinauguans were among the earliest. You can then compare these dwellings with those along the timeline. It is so interesting!
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What if I'm afraid of heights?
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People who are uncomfortable with heights usually do not enjoy the Island Trail, which hugs the canyon wall. There are steep dropoffs along some sections. Instead, consider...
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