The Preserve is free and open to the public year round. Picture Canyon Natural and Cultural Preserve is a great place to hike, mountain bike, horseback ride, photograph the natural environment, watch wildlife, experience fall colors, and discover cultural resources, including petroglyphs. In 5.8 miles, turn right onto El Paso Flagstaff Road. Parking is at the end of the road on the right.įrom Walnut Canyon, take Walnut Canyon Road/Old Route 66 west, back towards Flagstaff. Stay on this road, which curves to the right around the water treatment plant property.
In 2014-2015, the Museum of Northern Arizona published its beautiful Plateau magazine featuring Picture Canyon-People, Petroglyphs and Place, including details about the ecology, archaeology, and history of the Preserve (Vol. There is more information about the history of Picture Canyon (PDF). View images from Picture Canyon Natural and Cultural Preserve. The acquisition of Picture Canyon provides a natural place for members of the Flagstaff community to learn about ecology, geology, and archaeology, while participating in outdoor recreation.Ĭheck out our brochure (PDF), trail map (PDF), and Picture Canyon Self-Guided Tour to learn more about the Preserve's resources and trail system. The City of Flagstaff acquired the 478-acre Preserve from the Arizona State Land Department in 2012 with funding from the 2004 voter-approved Open Space bond and a Growing Smarter Grant from Arizona State Parks. In addition to significant Northern Sinagua petroglyphs and other cultural resources, an agreement with the nearby Wildcat Hill Wastewater Treatment Plant ensures a year-long water source, providing critical riparian habitat for wildlife and songbirds, as well as Flagstaff's only waterfall! Picture Canyon Natural and Cultural Preserve is a beautiful canyon with great trails, located within city limits at 3920 N El Paso Flagstaff Rd.
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