This challenging hike makes a grand loop through Cistern and Dang Canyons. Along the way are two crossings of the San Rafael Reef, impressive narrows and a big variety of colorful terrain. You walk through a lot of sandy wash so bring plenty of water, food and stamina. Due to challenging route finding, technical climbing and vertical exposure this course is for expert hikers only.
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Park in the dirt clearing at the trailhead for Ding and Dang Canyons.
The road is paved up to the Little Wild Horse Canyon trailhead. From that point on you're basically driving in the wash but highway vehicles should be OK as long as you're careful of a few rough and sandy spots.