FLAGSTAFF, ARIZONA - The National Park Service will be conducting a prescribed pile burn on Thursday, Jan. 30, 2014 at Walnut Canyon National Monument. These piles are small hand piles which will be closely monitored to ensure good consumption and minimal smoke impact. The piles are located between the Walnut Canyon Visitor Center and U. S. Forest Road 303. The Legal is T 21 R 8 Sec 25.
Smoke may be visible but Island Trail is partially open and the Rim Trail is fully open to visitors.
If there are any questions regarding the planned ignitions please contact Chief Ranger, John Portillo at 928-526-3367.
Walnut Canyon National Monument is located about 7.5 east of Flagstaff. From Interstate 40, take exit 204 and head south. The Visitor Center is located at the end of this 3 mile road.
Source: U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service
