Hidden Canyon - South Rim

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Overview

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This hike explores the south rim of Hidden Canyon. You'll enjoy sandstone narrows, winding slickrock rims, colorful geology, optional side scrambling, continuous canyon views and a fun sense of exploration. Accessing the rim requires a steep climb up an unstable rubble ramp. There's no trail, and some spots may require trial-and-error navigation. Bring water as the route is mostly exposed. For a longer hike, either combine with Hidden Canyon West Rim or continue east along the rim of Bartlett Valley.

Stats

4.4 mi   500 ft   2.1 hr





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Map

40% loop itinerary

Features

Look forward to

rims
great
colorful geology
great
slickrock
great
cliffs
good
canyons
good

Challenges

Be prepared for

navigation
intermediate route-finding
slippery surface
lots of mild
rough surface
rough trail
heavy sand
lots
vertical exposure
lots avoidable

Difficulty

Advanced

Difficulty

Suitable for

advanced
 
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Getting there

Planning your trip

open accessapr - octhigh clearance

Dogs

Are dogs allowed?

To reach the indicated trailhead you'll want 4WD with high clearance to handle deep soft sand with drifts/ruts over 0.3 m (1 ft) high.

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