Arizona · natural crag
The Pit
The Pit, also called Le Petit Verdon, is a limestone sport-climbing area south of Flagstaff off Lake Mary Road.
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Arizona, United States
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Access, closures, permits & safety
Drive south from Flagstaff on Lake Mary Road and use the newer Pit and Sandys Canyon trailhead, west of the former Canyon Vista parking approach. Continue on the climbing approach from this trailhead.
Park at Sandys Canyon trailhead. Mountain Project explicitly advises against using Canyon Vista Campground as climbing parking.
Nesting-bird restrictions can close individual Pit walls in spring and summer. The linked NAZCC bulletin is labelled 2025 and is retained as historical context, not a 2026 opening guarantee; follow current Forest Service signs and the newest NAZCC notices.
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Outdoor climbing is hazardous. Check closures, weather, rock conditions and local regulations before every visit.
Closures and permit rules can change without notice. Recheck the official land manager before departure.
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Access, permits, seasonal closures and parking conditions can change.
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- Arizona, United States
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About this crag
Its short, pocketed routes are spread across named walls and towers. Northern Arizona Climbers Coalition works with the Forest Service on nesting-bird closures affecting individual sectors, so select a wall only after checking current notices.
Recommended equipment
Bring equipment appropriate to the climbing style and local conditions. A helmet is strongly recommended.
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