Walnut Canyon via Sandys Canyon Trail and Fisher Point Trail
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Walnut Canyon via Sandys Canyon Trail and Fisher Point Trail is a hiking route that takes you into the historical Walnut Canyon, where a vibrant pueblo community used to live. The terrain and surroundings are varied and fascinating, from canyons and caves to the woods. This hike is easy enough for most skill levels and ages and tends to see moderate traffic. It’s a good pick for campers at Canyon Vista.
Route Description for Walnut Canyon via Sandys Canyon Trail and Fisher Point Trail
Walnut Canyon via Sandys Canyon Trail and Fisher Point Trail is a naturally beautiful hike not far outside of Flagstaff in the Coconino National Forest. With varied scenery as you move through this canyon, it’s a beautiful hike. Appreciate the layers of rock visible in the canyon, which are the same layers you’d observe in the nearby Grand Canyon. Also, appreciate that there used to be a thriving pueblo community in this canyon!
From the trailhead, hike north towards Canyon Vista Campground. You’ll hike through the campground. The trail crosses a creek as it turns northwest. Around a looping right turn, make sure to keep right where another trail heads off to the right. You’ll begin a short descent that takes you down to the bottom of Walnut Canyon.
Cross Walnut Creek and then cross back over. Trek along the canyon floor, enjoying the scenery and the flat route. Once you reach the base of Fisher Point, the trail climbs up and around to this viewpoint, which is gorgeous. Climb back down into the canyon and hike east, travelling through the canyon to the trail’s end. From here, head back through the canyon to the trailhead.
Getting to the Walnut Canyon via Sandys Canyon Trail and Fisher Point Trail Trailhead
The trailhead for Walnut Canyon via Sandys Canyon Trail and Fisher Point Trail is off Lake Mary Road.
Route Information
Backcountry Campground:
Canyon Vista Campground
When to do:
April-November
Pets allowed:
Yes - On Leash
Family friendly:
Yes
Route Signage:
Poor
Crowd Levels:
Moderate
Route Type:
Out and back
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