Walnut Canyon Nature Trail
A short roadside hike with interpretive signs highlighting native peoples and their uses for desert plants.
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 215 m
- Ascent
- 1 m
- Descent
- 1 m
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A short roadside hike with interpretive signs highlighting native peoples and their uses for desert plants.
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A short, paved path to a view overlooking Walnut Canyon.
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Easy Hiking
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Moderate Hiking
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Moderate Hiking
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Difficult Hiking
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