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Arizona
145.3 mi
Distance
2,866 ft
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Black Canyon Trail
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The Black Canyon Trail is an extensive desert route spanning 145 miles through remote Arizona backcountry managed by the Bureau of Land Management. This challenging long-distance trail traverses rugged canyon terrain with significant elevation changes, offering solitude and dramatic desert landscapes. The trail is best suited for experienced backpackers and requires careful planning due to its remote nature and limited water sources.
Black Canyon Trail
~8 min drive
Remote 190-mile desert canyon trail requiring expert backpacking skills.
Little Pan Loop
~8 min drive
A moderate 5.11-mile out-and-back trail in Arizona connected to the Black Canyon Trail system.
Black Canyon Trail Connector
~12 min drive
0.9 mi · Easy
Black Canyon National Recreation Trail
~17 min drive
201-mile BLM trail through remote Arizona backcountry with gentle elevation gain.
Quail Springs Trail
~12 min drive
5.1 mi · Moderate
Pipeline Canyon Trail
~16 min drive
4.0 mi · Easy
Cave Creek
~21 min drive
18 mi · Hard
Quien Sabe
~26 min drive
4.7 mi · Moderate
Yavapai Point Trail
~16 min drive
2.9 mi · Easy
Skunk Tank
~24 min drive
9.6 mi · Hard
