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OSM map layer · LineString
34.22, -112.16 · rel 9338492
34.22, -112.16 · rel 9338492
Black Canyon Trail
152,7 km from start to finish through lakes.
Arizona · 34.22°N ·
112.16°W
152,7km
Distance
multi-day
Climb · estimate
moderate
Difficulty · estimate
linear
Shape
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01 · Character of the route
Is this one for you?
Lakes
Remote
Uncrowded
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02 · 2 points along the route
What will you encounter?
1× Water
1× Attraction
Dripping Spring
Water ·
112 m off route
152,7 km
100%
Rock Shop
Attraction ·
471 m off route
152,7 km
100%
03 · Landmarks
Steady waypoints
Quarter of the way
Halfway
Three quarters
Finish
04 · Intersecting routes
Where you meet other trails
05 · From the trail
Through the eyes of hikers
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What hikers experienced
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07 · Before you go
Answers to common questions
Black Canyon Trail is 152.7 km long.
At an average walking pace, Black Canyon Trail takes approximately 37h 59min to complete.
No, Black Canyon Trail is a linear (point-to-point) trail. Plan ahead for return transport.
Black Canyon Trail starts near coordinates 33.8818, -112.1801.
Black Canyon Trail is a strenuous hike requiring excellent fitness and prior hiking experience.
Black Canyon Trail is maintained and managed by Bureau of Land Management.
Yes, Black Canyon Trail is part of the National Walking Network (NWN), a wider network of long-distance hiking trails.