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Box Canyon (S)

By September 11, 2022 July 6th, 2025 No Comments
Approx hike distance (miles): 3.0 Area: NE Florence
Accum.  elevation gain (feet): 200 Park Entry Fee: No
Low to high elevation gain: N/A SCAMR All Trails Map: No
Recommended gas donation: $10 Website for reference info: N/A
Unpaved miles: 9 Trailhead GPS Coordinates 33.13080, -111.20555
Road Conditions: Poor High clearance vehicle req’d: Yes

Please arrive 10 minutes prior to departure to check -in

Trail Conditions
Maintained Trail: No Uneven footing Yes
Steep side drop-offs No Steep Trail: No
Off Trial (scratchy) No Slippery Trail Surfaces: No
Use of hands required: No Boulder Hopping: No
Difficulty: Easy Water Crossings: No
Restrooms at Trailhead: No Gloves Required: No

 

Special Instructions:

This is an out-and-back hike in a narrow scenic canyon. There is a possibility of seeing Desert Bighorn Sheep. Bring water and a snack.

Directions:

Take Felix Rd south to Hunt Hwy; left on Hunt Hwy to AZ 79. Turn left on 79 and drive north .2 mile to Price Rd (just before railroad tracks. Turn right on Price Rd. At 1.8 miles, stay right on Price Rd. (GPS may say Price Station Rd). At T-intersection (4.0 miles), turn right on Water Way. At 9.9 miles, stay left. This is Box Canyon Rd. Follow Box Canyon Rd for 3 miles. Parking is on the right. GPS coordinates are from this parking area.