Walnut Canyon National Monument - Activities

The Island Trail descends 185 feet (56m) into the canyon providing access to 25 cliff dwelling rooms. The trail, a strenuous .9 mile (1.4km) round trip, is one of the best ways to experience the park. Climbing the 240 steps back up can tax heart and lungs. Bring water! Elevation: 6690ft (2039m). Island Trail closes at 4:00pm daily and 5:00pm in June, July and August. Various ranger programs are offered during June, July and August. Schedules vary.

Pets must be kept on a leash at all times. They are not allowed in buildings or on park trails. Backcountry hiking is not allowed in order to protect fragile archeological sites.

Two RANGER-GUIDED hikes are available Memorial Day to Labor Day. RESERVATION ONLY! Call (928) 526-3367 for reservations.

1) LEDGE HIKE - Three hour hike. Strenuous. Offered first and last Sunday of each month @ 10am MST

2) RANGER CABIN WALK - Two hour hike. Easy. Offered first and last Saturday of each month @ 10am MST

NOTE: Arizona is on Mountain Standard Time year round.