Near Hunter Canyon Trail Out and Back
Hunter Rim on Behind the Rocks Ultra!
Near Hunter Canyon Trail Out and Back
Hunter Arch (from the side)
Near Hunter Canyon Trail Out and Back
This is the Hunter Rim portion. It follows the ledge of this cliff and it's extremely difficult to find the trail.
Near Hunter Canyon Trail Out and Back
Hunter Canyon Rim right before the really good stuff
Near Hunter Canyon Trail Out and Back
Hunter Canyon Trail

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Hunter Canyon Trail Out and Back

4.7 (10 Ratings)
A stunning trail featuring massive sandstone walls, trees, creek pools, and a stone arch.
3.5
mi
Distance
778
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
River/CreekViews
Access Issues
In the canyon bottom. Only rxhers are allowed on this trail -- no mountain bikes allowed.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
3.48mi
Distance
778ft
Elevation Gain
778ft
Elevation Loss
45%
Max Grade
4,257ft
High Point
4,075ft
Low Point
Path Type
There and Back
Description
From the parking area at the mouth of the canyon, follow the hiker-established path about two miles up the canyon until the route gets blocked by brush.

Route Conditions

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Contributors
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