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32.89, -109.62 · rel 18866250
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Grand Enchantment Trail Segment 12: Gila Valley North

35,9 km from Safford, AZ to Safford-Morenci Trailhead through lakes.

Safford, AZ Safford-Morenci Trailhead linear
35,9km 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 · 1 point along the route

What will you encounter?

Water
Bear Spring Water · 87 m off route 35,9 km 100%
· Elevation profile

How tough is this route?

0 km 17,9 km 35,9 km
03 · Landmarks

Steady waypoints

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04 · Intersecting routes

Where you meet other trails

05 · From the trail

Through the eyes of hikers

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07 · Before you go

Answers to common questions

Grand Enchantment Trail Segment 12: Gila Valley North is 35.9 km long.
At an average walking pace, Grand Enchantment Trail Segment 12: Gila Valley North takes approximately 8h 56min to complete.
No, Grand Enchantment Trail Segment 12: Gila Valley North is a linear (point-to-point) trail. It runs from Safford, AZ to Safford-Morenci Trailhead. Plan ahead for return transport.
Grand Enchantment Trail Segment 12: Gila Valley North starts at Safford, AZ.
Grand Enchantment Trail Segment 12: Gila Valley North is a strenuous hike requiring excellent fitness and prior hiking experience.
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