| Approx hike distance (miles): | 7.5 | Area: | Superior South |
| Accum. elevation gain (feet): | 1200 | 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: | 1.0 | Trailhead GPS Coordinates | 33.214351, -111.065285 |
| Road Conditions: | Fair | High clearance vehicle req’d: | Yes |
Please arrive 10 minutes prior to departure to check -in |
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| Trail Conditions | |||
| Maintained Trail: | No | Uneven footing | Yes |
| Steep side drop-offs | Yes | Steep Trail: | No |
| Off Trial (scratchy) | Yes | Slippery Trail Surfaces: | Yes |
| Use of hands required: | Yes | Boulder Hopping: | Yes |
| Difficulty: | Moderate | Water Crossings: | No |
| Restrooms at Trailhead: | No | Gloves Required: | Yes |
Special Instructions:
There are cat claw bushes along this hike. Bring gloves and wear long pants to avoid scratches. If a couple of people will bring pruning shears, some of the cat claws can be trimmed out of the way as we go. This will help the people coming from behind and make going back out easier.
From the upper trailhead, the hike consists of walking an old road, a partially treed creek bottom, eventually taking us to the top of White Canyon with “WOW” views in any of a dozen stops. This hike is intended as a hike to the top of the canyon only. Bring plenty of water and food for a snack and lunch.
Directions:
Go to Superior, then south on 177 for 6.3 miles from the junction of US 60 and SR 177 to turn off on a gravel road to the right. Go about 1/4 mile and await the group before turning off the gravel road to the right towards the trailhead.
