Every hiker’s bucket list should include a hike into Buckskin Gulch in Vermillion Cliffs National Monument near Page Arizona and Kanab Utah. Explore with us to avoid the ever present dangers the adventure presents. We’re going to share with you amazing views of Wirepass Trail and Buckskin Gulch while delivering the keys to these questions. How long of a hike is Buckskin Gulch? How hard is it to hike Buckskin Gulch? Can you hike Buckskin Gulch without a permit?
Is Buckskin Gulch worth it? What is the best time of year to visit Buckskin Gulch? Are there rattlesnakes in Buckskin Gulch? What is the shortest hike to Buckskin Gulch? Can you go to Vermillion Cliffs without tour? Is there water in Buckskin Gulch?
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The trail is located in Southern Utah and Northern Arizona partly within Vermillion Cliffs National Monument. To get to Buckskin Gulch we chose to start at Wirepass Trailhead. The drive from Page Arizona or Wahweap National Recreation Area located on Lake Powell is about an hour drive West on Highway 89 to House Rock Valley Road and about an hour east of Kanab Utah. Beware House Rock Valley Road is a dirt and rock road that requires high clearance. We recommend SUVs at a minimum but, Jeeps and Trucks are better for driving this road.
Here you can finish your preparation for the hike and sign the registration permit book. You must sign the guest book for your own safety and it's required. The book let’s Bureau of Land Management officials know who is in the trail each day and offers a resource for search and rescue responders after a flash flood, wildfire, or other emergency.
Walking Wirepass trail starts as a wash. When Wirepass Trail comes together with Buckskin Gulch the canyon opens up wider. you will notice signs for petroglyphs here.
Animals, birds, and reptiles are on the trail. But we wouldn’t take dogs. Many people like to bring their dogs hiking like we do. The rocky terrain, hot environment, and other factors are not good for dogs. The biggest reason though is to make sure you are focused on your hike and not distracted by your pet. We love hiking with our dogs but this hike is better without them. While you are hiking look for reptiles like this one. Also, be on the lookout for birds in the canyon. But even more important are snakes. A variety of poisonous snakes can be found on the trail.
Wahweap National Recreation Area on Lake Powell near Page Arizona is a great landing place for hikers. The area is full of great hikes. We’ll mention a few here and let you dream about your time discovering the area. Probably the most photographed short hike is Horseshoe Bend. Here you can see the most iconic spot on the Colorado river. The Wave and White Pocket are in Vermillion Cliffs and for those more adventurous. For those that want a paid tour with a guide, Antelope canyon is a very popular experience.
Flash Floods do occur. Floods will fill the canyon with up to 100 feet high of raging water. Even now, after hiking Buckskin, I feel we were blessed with good weather. If there is any threat of rain within a 50 mile radius of any part of the gulch a storm could cause a flash flood while you are hiking the canyon.
So, Is it safe to hike buckskin gulch? The hike is a more difficult adventure. It is located in the desert which can get very hot. Due to the nature of the slot and depending on the year it can get really cold. Rocks and boulders and sand make up the footing which adds to the difficulty and wet weather provides other risks. It’s really up to you and your risk tolerance. Here is a little of what we mean.
Buckskin Gulch is the longest and deepest slot canyon in the United States and probably the world. It measures a little over 20 miles long. The slot can be anywhere from 40 feet to 500 feet deep.
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Timecodes
0:00 Intro to Buckskin Gulch
0:25 Trailhead Location
1:19 Wirepass Trail
2:47 Packing List
3:45 Slot Canyon Wildlife
4:45 Page AZ Adventures
5:41 Weather Awareness
7:04 Trail Conditions
7:26 Minimum Age Suggestion
8:13 Buckskin Gulch Experience
31 май 2024
