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J.R.'s Field Guide

West Clear Creek Trail

Moderate9 mi round trip800 ft gain

A deep, narrow canyon with repeated wades through cold water. Turn around anywhere, the whole route is the reward.

Screen-printed illustration of West Clear Creek Trail
Distance
9 mi round trip
Elevation gain
800 ft
Difficulty
Moderate
Trailhead
Coconino National Forest

Before you go

Conditions, access, and honest warnings.

  1. A deep, narrow canyon with year-round water and repeated crossings.
  2. The access road is unpaved and rough. High clearance is a good idea.
  3. Never enter the narrows when storms are building anywhere on the rim above, this canyon floods hard.