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| | Backcountry backpacking here in Arizona is a must. There are backcountry hiking trails all over Arizona, and Walnut Canyon Loop Trail is one of them, and it's in Coconino County. Each one of the many backcountry hiking trails of Arizona has something unique to offer. The time needed for this hike is roughly .5 hours, but of course some folks walk a bit slower and some a bit faster. There's not much difference in elevation along the backcountry trail which means the conditions are about the same from start to finish. There are not too many wilderness |
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trails in this vicinity. This area does get very dry sometimes, so make sure you check current conditions and fire restrictions with local forest authorities before you head out. Please follow all local rules about fires and camping. Even though this is not a very long backpacking
| | and hiking trail you should still bring some emergency supplies just in case something happens. This wilderness trail is on the short side having an average number of uphill miles which makes it a glorious wilderness trail for the average person looking for a glorious adventure. Summertime highs at Walnut Canyon Loop Trail commonly tend to be in the 80's, and during the night it cools down to the 40's. Throughout the winter this spot gets highs in the 40's; after the sun is down during the winter temperatures at Walnut Canyon Loop Trail fall into the 0's. | |
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The total elevation difference for this backpacking and hiking trail is 405 feet which is a lower than average number. Here in the good state of Arizona backcountry trekking never gets boring. Walnut Canyon Loop Trail is not very right next door to Flagstaff at all, but if you're
looking for a fine location to go backpacking, this is a fine selection. Walnut Canyon Loop Trail is .7 miles long it's a short backcountry trail. We all need to get out in the fresh air once in a while, and Walnut Canyon Loop Trail in Coconino County, Arizona is a fine location
to go. Around Walnut Canyon Loop Trail you don’t get a lot of precipitation; through the month of August you get the most rain around here while June is the month with the least amount of precipitation.
Briefly about the general area:
A river like this is too good to
miss. Stay the night at Greer's Pine Shadows; Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument is a delightful local destination.
Walnut Canyon Loop Trail is a wonderful place to camp, West Branch is a wonderful place, and you'll meet a lot of people from Flagstaff here.
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Location of Trailhead: Latitude 35.1718, Longitude -111.509
- - Directions and Road Map
Total hiking length = .7 miles
Total climbing distance = .3 miles
Difficulty : Medium
Casual Hiking Pace:
.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
.5 hours
Total elevation difference: 405 feet
Fairfield Flagstaff Resort, Flagstaff
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5 miles away
This 2,200-acre playground includes a sweeping golf course with lakeside and mountain scenes. Centrally located for day trips to the Grand Canyon and the many other nearby sights and attractions. Roo...
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Residence Inn By Marriott Flagstaff, Flagstaff
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5 miles away
Residence Inn by Marriott in refreshing Flagstaff Arizona, is an all-suite hotel offering every amenity and comfort available to create a truly memorable visit to the northern area of the Grand Canyon...
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User input for Walnut Canyon Loop Trail, Coconino County, Arizona:
Outdoors Recreation Near Flagstaff, Arizona
Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Flagstaff, Arizona, the metro area neareast to Walnut Canyon Loop Trail. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
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Current weather conditions at Walnut Canyon Loop Trail, Coconino County, Arizona
Local climate location: FORT VALLEY 4 miles away
        
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Flagstaff Super 8 Motel, Flagstaff
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6 miles away
Welcome to Super 8 in scenic Flagstaff, Arizona. Our beautiful, newly remolded 89 room property is in the ideal location for exploring the wonders of Northern Arizona, including Route 66, historic do...
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Howard Johnson Inn, Flagstaff
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7 miles away
The Howard Johnson Inn Flagstaff in located on Historic Route 66. Minutes from Historical Downtown Flagstaff, and is your gateway to the Grand Canyon, Sedona, Snow Bowl, Painted Desert, Petrified For...
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More Hotels and Campgrounds Near Walnut Canyon Loop Trail, Coconino County, Arizona
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Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument, Flagstaff - AZ
, 6 miles away |
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Montezuma Castle National Monument, Camp Verde - AZ
, 41 miles away |
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Tuzigoot National Monument, Clarkdale - AZ
, 41 miles away |
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| | Hotels Near Walnut Canyon Loop Trail:
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Fairfield Flagstaff Resort, Flagstaff
, 5 miles away |
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Residence Inn By Marriott Flagstaff, Flagstaff
, 5 miles away |
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Flagstaff Super 8 Motel, Flagstaff
, 6 miles away |
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Days Inn, Flagstaff
, 7 miles away |
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Howard Johnson Inn, Flagstaff
, 7 miles away |
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