Hike Detail SheetHikesUpper Intermediate

Sandy Canyon Trail to Fisher Point (UI)

By September 13, 2022 July 7th, 2025 No Comments
Approx hike distance (miles): 8.0 Area: Flagstaff
Accum.  elevation gain (feet): 600 Park Entry Fee: No
Low to high elevation gain: N/A SCAMR All Trails Map: No
Recommended gas donation: $10 Website for reference info: hikearizona.com/decoder.php?ZTN=599
Unpaved miles: .5 Trailhead GPS Coordinates 35.21575, -111.57822, hotel parking lot
Road Conditions: Good High clearance vehicle req’d: No

Please arrive 10 minutes prior to departure to check -in

Trail Conditions
Maintained Trail: Yes Uneven footing Yes
Steep side drop-offs No Steep Trail: Yes
Off Trial (scratchy) No Slippery Trail Surfaces: No
Use of hands required: No Boulder Hopping: No
Difficulty: Moderate Water Crossings: No
Restrooms at Trailhead: Yes Gloves Required: No

 

Special Instructions:

Sandys Canyon Trail starts out by skirting the rim of Walnut Canyon, a scenic rift in the same layers of rock that form the upper cliffs of the Grand Canyon. From the trailhead, you get a great view of the San Francisco Peaks with the cliffs of Walnut Canyon in the foreground.  The trail then drops into Sandy Canyon and joins with the AZT, we will then ascend to Fisher Point.  Bring plenty of water and food for a snack and lunch.

Directions:

We will meet at 8:30am at the Hampton Inn/Fairfield Inn East parking lot 990 and 1000 N Country Club Drive as indicated at the coordinates above.  The Sandy Canyon TH is located at 35.12316, -111.59883.  Your hike leader will provide you with detailed directions to the trailhead.