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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.
The original stone visitor center  

Did You Know?
The original Walnut Canyon Visitor Center was built from local stone by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1940. It's still there, as part of the expanded building in use today.

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