Buckskin Gulch trail head includes classic desert views of sandstone domes, large views of the area, wave rocks like near the neighboring North Coyote Buttes area as well as some of the largest petroglyphs in the area. This is not to be confused with the Buckskin Trailhead, which follows a wash for several miles before intersecting with Wire Pass Trail and then the confluence with the Paria River. There is a limited number of overnight permits available per day, and these can sell out up to months in advance. I did a little backtracking and found a spot under a large boulder to climb down and under. Although Buckskin Gulch runs for about 15 miles, most hikers do not do the entire route. Rated 4.667 /5 based on 6 customer reviews 4.7 15 miles - Point-to-Point Trail Save Add Review Get Directions Add Photo. I definitely owe it to Manny to come back here so he can do the whole thing. Buckskin Gulch (also known as Buckskin Creek, Buckskin Wash, and Kaibab Gulch) is a gulch (stream/canyon combination) in Kane County, Utah, United States, that is one of the main tributaries of the Paria River (which is itself a minor tributary of the Colorado River). The trail is primarily used for hiking. The route goes through a beautiful slot that runs continuously for about 15 miles. ⦠You will plunge right into the Buckskin squeeze, where the canyon is rarely more than 10 feet wide and the corridor can be hundreds of feet deep. Starting about 7 miles down from the beginning of the trail head, this tour involves some down climbing into the gulch about 100 feet and offers views of White Pockets, North Coyote Buttes, South Coyote Buttes and large parts of the Buckskin itself. Using a scale between 1 (friendly) and 10 (deadly), they rank both weather and terrain in the canyon each at a 7. Buckskin Gulch Trail Head: This option is a good choice for those who want the variety of the area all in one hike. Experience part of Buckskin as an easy day hike. Buckskin Gulch is the longest slot canyon in the world, slicing through the beautiful Navajo sandstone in southern Utah. Depending on the time of year, cold knee-deep pools of water or large swaths of mud will persist along the hike and must be forded. Added by Tobin Akehurst. Latitude/Longitude: 37.0666694, -67.9995333 Kanab Field Office 669 S Highway 89A Kanab, UT 84741. It can be that thick, sticky mud that sticks like glue and threatens to pull your shoes right off your feet. As a day hiker, you can set your limit according to your physical conditions. Attempt this visually-arresting walk as a day trip, or walk the entire 20 miles over the course of four days. Buckskin Gulch is the longest and narrowest slot canyon in the world - a serpintine hallway with walls of solid stone and a floor dotted with boulders where in some places it's so tight, even the sky is not visible. Directions . Located in the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument (near Kanab, Utah) and Paria Canyon-Vermillion Cliffs Wilderness (Arizona), Buckskin Gulch trails takes hikers through the veritable layer cake of the Colorado Plateau's geographical wonderment. The rock color is so amazing unlike anything we’ve ever seen. Attempt this visually-arresting walk as a day trip, or walk the entire 20 miles over the course of four days. There is one drop-off within the canyon. The Hike from White House Trailhead down to the confluence of Buckskin Gulch-Paria Canyon and back is a popular day hike. Nestled on the border of southern Utah and northern Arizona, the trailhead lays about an hour from Page, Arizona to the east and an hour from Kanab, Utah to the west. There are also a few areas that need to be ascended/descended that are easily manageable, but might make the faint of heart consider turning around; these are climbable sections that are only a few feet at the drop.After you leave the trailhead, you’ll follow a wash to the entrance of the canyon at 1.3 miles in. There is a petroglyph at the base of the large alcove on the right. Begin at the Wire Pass Trailhead, hike through Buckskin Gulch and continue south at the confluence down Paria Canyon all the way to Lee’s Ferry. For 12.5 miles the gulch is enveloped in a very narrow gorge 100 to 200 feet deep, flanked by vaulting convoluted walls of Navajo Sandstone. It is impressive and so gorgeous. The Wave day hikes ⢠Pre-hike drop off: We will take you to the trailhead where you'll start your hike. All Rights Reserved. Towering sheer cliffs rise above you. For full information, please see our disclaimer here. Permit are needed to day hike and to backpack in this area, which is part of the Paria Canyon/Vermilion Cliffs Wilderness. If you wish, you can continue up Buckskin Gulch, which is a relatively wide canyon, or you can hike down Buckskin Gulch a ways, which is a slot canyon but not as narrow as Wire Pass. This trip should take 3-5 days one way. The slot runs for about 15 miles, with just one spot where normal people can escape, if needed. Near the middle of the narrows, the slot is not as deep (only about 100 feet) and a crack runs up to the north rim. If it has rained recently, you might hit mud not long after Wire Pass. For those with only a few hours to spend in the area the hike from Wire Pass Trailhead down to the confluence with Buckskin Gulch and back is a great introduction to a short fun slot canyon complete with Native American rock art. â Post-hike pick up: We will pick you up at the trailhead where you'll end your hike. A permit is required for any length of time in the slot canyon, which is found in the … Mile 4.2 â Confluence of Wire Pass and main Buckskin Gulch. The main reason for this is the flood danger. It is also possible to day hike from either trailhead, returning the way you went in. Yet a day hike option via Wire Pass Trail is moderately easy, and should be a must-do tour on any hiker's list. Note: there are multiple trailheads that provide access to Buckskin Gulch. Buckskin Gulch Hike Details. There are four access routes to the canyon. Buckskin Gulch is renowned not only because of its continuous challenging narrows, but also because there is no other canyon like it in the world. For 12.5 miles the gulch is enveloped in a very narrow gorge 100 to 200 feet deep, flanked by vaulting convoluted walls of Navajo Sandstone. Permits are competitive, and the canyon sees its fair share of foot traffic, but this surreal slot canyon still provides plenty of solitude. Rather, they make an out-and-back day hike into the gulch. The Buckskin Gulch is 3 to 15 feet wide for the next 12 miles and roughly 400 feet high. The âx-factorâ â the unforeseen unique challenges the hike might offer â is ranked at 6. Wire Pass Trailhead. Mile 3.0: The start of the âDive of the Buckskinâ. Hikers of average ability can experience the grandeur of Buckskin Gulch on a day hike without needing hard-to-obtain permits, technical gear or vehicle shuttles. Spring and fall are ideal times but hike, but people do this route year-round. At over 45 miles in length, it is known to be the longest slot canyon in the world. This is one of the best hike we’ve ever did. Begin at Leeâs Ferry at the Paria River confluence and hike northwest into the wide-open canyon mouth. Dogs are allowed, but there is a $5 fee per dog. These can be obtained online or in the Bureau of Land Management office in Kanab. Buckskin Gulch has two main entrance points – the Buckskin Gulch Trailhead and Wire Pass Trailhead. Sadly we lost, four times. Hike Information. It is the longest and deepest slot canyon in the Southwest and offers obstacles like rock jams, pools, quicksand, and the potential for flash floods. Usually a rope is in place to help with the downclimb. You will plunge right into the Buckskin squeeze, where the canyon is rarely more than 10 feet wide and the corridor can be hundreds of feet deep. Buckskin Gulch day hikes or over-nights. If you wish, you can continue up Buckskin Gulch, which is a relatively wide canyon, or you can hike down Buckskin Gulch a ways, which is a slot canyon but not as narrow as Wire Pass. Be aware, there is a ladder you have to use. Avoid Buckskin from July through mid-September, when afternoon storms shower water through the slots. That makes it an e… The trail is primarily used for hiking, camping, nature trips, and backpacking and is best used from March until November. There is a $6 trail head fee at the beginning of the hike due to the location inside the Paria Canyon Wilderness Study. There are three aspects to consider selecting your visit date. If you have an entire day to spend the hike from Wire Pass Trailhead down t… The famous Buckskin Gulch canyon hike has topped multiple "World's Most" lists in magazines and online. Iâll be coming back for sure. Youâll have another 0.3 miles to go before you hit Buckskin Gulch. This is a 27 mile round-trip over often difficult terrain and is not normally attempted as a day-hike. I wade through mud and muck on one of the world's best day hikes in Buckskin Gulch, an epic slot canyon in Southern Utah. The rock walls tower anywhere from 100-300 ft tall, and at it's narrowest, is only 2 feet wide. This is considered for emergency use only, as … It can be done as a long day hike, if you are in good shape, but is best as an overnight backpack. We were only able to explore a small part of it, and I cannot wait to go back. The Buckskin Gulch part of the hike is 13 miles long which makes for a lengthy first day. Paria River multi-day trips. Permits are required for day hiking ($6) and overnight backpacking ($5). Buckskin Gulch and Paria Canyon have limited, and at times unreliable, water sources. This classic hike begins at the Wire Pass trailhead following Buckskin Gulch to its junction with the Paria River, then heading up-river to the White House Trailhead. You will plunge right into the Buckskin squeeze, where the canyon is rarely more than 10 feet wide and the corridor can be hundreds of feet deep. Two of the best campsites are located just above the confluence of Buckskin Gulch and Paria Canyon. Buckskin Gulch Survival Plan. Buckskin Gulch - As you enter Buckskin, dramatic lighting haunts the slender crevice of the twisted wind and water-carved slot canyon, allowing spectacular photography during the next 12 miles. Buckskin Gulch in Kanab, Utah is incredible. (It may very well be the longest slot canyon in the world). With any bucket-list-worthy hike, I believe it is important to savor the journey, and Buckskin Gulch is no exception. However, this has never been a day hike I consider exceptional unless water is flowing in the Paria River. I wanted to see Antelope canyon originally, but after realizing itâs $70 to go see it, I quickly changed my mind. Buckskin Gulch is reached via either U.S. Route 89 (US‑89) in Utah or U.S. Route 89A (US 89A) in Arizona and is roughly halfway between the towns of Kanab, Utah and Page, Arizona. High sandstone walls and a narrow, twisting corridor create a wonderland environment with stupendous plays of sunlight throughout. Please adhere to local guidelines for safe and responsible travel, including following the statewide mask mandate. Distance – 20.6 miles roundtrip, and a car is needed at each trailhead Approximate hiking time – Anywhere from 10 hours to 2 days, depending how fast you go, and if you’re spending the night Elevation at Wire Pass Trailhead – 4860 feet Elevation at the confluence of Buckskin Gulch and the Paria River – 4100 feet This area is more open and exposed to the sun than the other day hikes on our list. BLM-Paria Canyon Website - This is where you will apply for permits and find up-to-date information on the Paria Canyon conditions and regulations. It's impossible to know for sure where or when storms may strike, but hedge your bets by checking weather updates; noaa.gov issues the region's most accurate flood forecasts. All rights reserved. Iâve spent a lot of time outdoors in some incredible places and I can honestly say that this was my favorite day hike of all time. 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