Near Upper Muley Twist Canyon Access Road
Post hike to Strike Valley Overlook. Hiking back through the canyon wash access road to the vehicle.
Near Upper Muley Twist Canyon Access Road
Views in the canyon wash of upper muley twist access road. 4WD/AWD higher clearance vehicles only.
Near Upper Muley Twist Canyon Access Road
This is one of the few arches on the East side of the canyon. The arch can be seen from the Burr trail road as well.
Near Upper Muley Twist Canyon Access Road
Views in the canyon wash of upper muley twist access road. 4WD/AWD higher clearance vehicles only.
Near Upper Muley Twist Canyon Access Road
A porthole into the geologic world.

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Upper Muley Twist Canyon Access Road

4.0 (6 Ratings)
An easy doubletrack leading to a slot canyon or stunning overlook.
2.4
mi
Distance
139
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
Family FriendlyViews

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
2.39mi
Distance
139ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
30%
Max Grade
5,869ft
High Point
5,718ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
From the low-clearance/2wd parking area, the !Upper Muley Twist Access Road heads north. In less than two miles, the majestic Saddle Arch appears on the left. Ever narrowing, this canyon continues to get more interesting the further you get, and it eventually reaches the high-clearance/4wd parking area. From this spot, you have the option of heading east to Strike Valley Overlook, or continuing north on Upper Muley Twist Trail as it becomes a beautiful slot canyon.

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