Keyhole Cave
Keyhole Cave is a special destination for photographers. It is reached via a combination of system trails and social trails in the Coconino National Forest. The route to the entrance is rated as moderate, but entering this cave requires a Class 4 scramble rated as extreme. A fall here will result in serious injury or death.
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HIKE DETAILS
RATED:
EXTREME due to route finding, brush, a steep approach, and a Class 4 scramble to get inside the cave. Entering this cave should only be attempted by experienced hikers and climbers.
TOTAL DISTANCE
2.5 miles roundtrip
2.5 miles roundtrip
ELEVATION GAIN
566 ft
566 ft
EST. HIKING TIME
2 - 3 hrs roundtrip
2 - 3 hrs roundtrip
BEST TIME TO GO
Any. Hike early in the day to avoid summer heat.
PET FRIENDLY
Yes, but only up to the mouth of the cave.
Your dog cannot make the climb to get inside this cave.
Must be leashed at all times.
Please pick up after your pet and pack it out.
Any. Hike early in the day to avoid summer heat.
PET FRIENDLY
Yes, but only up to the mouth of the cave.
Your dog cannot make the climb to get inside this cave.
Must be leashed at all times.
Please pick up after your pet and pack it out.