Walnut Canyon National Monument
Overview
Walnut Canyon National Monument is managed by National Park Service and is located near Flagstaff, Arizona. Since time immemorial, Indigenous Peoples have lived and traveled throughout Walnut Canyon’s dynamic landscape. Vibrant communities built their homes in the cliffs and farmed along the canyon’s rim. Today the park preserves this landscape, and the ancestral homes in and around the canyon.
Things to Do at Walnut Canyon National Monument
Plan Your Visit
Reservation Tips
Walnut Canyon National Monument is a popular destination. Check individual facility pages for specific booking windows and availability.
Getting There
Walnut Canyon National Monument is located approximately 7.5 miles (12 km) east of Flagstaff. From Interstate 40, take Exit 204, and turn south. The Walnut Canyon Visitor Center is located at the end of this 3-mile (5 km) road.
GPS Coordinates: 35.16823000000000, -111.50242400000000
Current Alerts & Conditions
Notifications and Alerts
Beginning January 1, 2026, changes to National Park Entrance Fees and Passes for non-residents and motorcycles take effect. The new $250 America the Beautiful Non-Resident Annual Pass and all other America the Beautiful Passes are available digitally on Recreation.gov.
Contact & Resources
Phone: (928) 526-3367
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