Echo Canyon Loop (S/CI)

Date:					Destination:		Echo Canyon Loop
Level:		S/CI			Area:		Chiricahua National Monument
Approx hike distance in miles:		3.3			Hike leader:
Low to high elevation gain:		500			Hike leader phone:
Accum elevation gain in feet:		N/A			Hike leader email address:
Departing the Union Center:					Please arrive 15 minutes early. & sign in
Recommended gas donation:		N/A
Unpaved miles:		None			Park entry fee per vehicle:		Yes, see below
Road conditions:		Good			Website for reference info:		N/A
High clearance vehicle req'd:		No			Trailhead GPS coordinates:		N/A
TRAIL CONDITIONS
Maintained Trail:		Yes			Uneven Footing:		Yes
Steep Side Drop-offs:		No			Steep Trail:		Yes
Off Trail (scratchy):		No			Slippery Trail Surfaces:		No
Use of Hands Required:		No			Boulder Hopping:		No
Difficulty :		Moderate			Water Crossings:		No
Restrooms at Trailhead:		Yes			Gloves Required:		No

 

Special Instructions:

This is a loop hike (on three trails) that winds through spectacular rock formations. The climb (500’) to the trailhead can be strenuous for some hikers. The trailhead elevation is 6800’, so dress appropriately. Bring water and a snack. There is an entrance fee per vehicle or a National Parks Pass. Please note that there are no gas stations near the Monument. Get gas in Willcox.

Directions:

From McDonalds in Willcox, follow Hwy 186 (Rex Allen Dr) south for 32 miles to Hwy 181. Turn left (east) to the visitor center. Follow Bonita Canyon Dr. to the trailhead.