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| | Arizona is a fine outdoors state. Hey, time for a trek don’t you think? Boucher Trail in Coconino County, Arizona is a good selection. Backcountry hiking here in Arizona is a fine idea. At parts of the year this area sees very little rain, so don’t forget to check for any current fire restrictions before you go. Keep in mind that this is a long wilderness hiking trail, so don't forget to pack enough supplies. Different parts of Boucher Trail are at very different elevations, so keep in mind that you may need to dress differently at different elevations. |
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The length of Boucher Trail is on the longer side having an average number of uphill miles which makes it a magnificent backcountry hiking trail for experienced backcountry walkers in good shape. Every Arizona great outdoors hiking trail is scenic in its own way. Great outdoors
| | hiking trails for backpacking, and backpacking can be found all over Arizona; one of them being Boucher Trail in Coconino County. The total elevation difference for Boucher Trail is 4,436 feet, and that is higher than average. Boucher Trail is generally a reasonably dehydrated place; through the month of January you get the most snow around here, and the driest of the months is June. Please follow all local rules about fires and camping. This is just one of a large number of backcountry hiking trails in this area. Of course, this is an overnight backcountry | |
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walk, 2.5 days normally, so it's a nice thing if your backpack is big enough to do the job. It's a lengthy journey from Flagstaff to Boucher Trail, but backpacking is such an enjoyable thing to do, and this is a good site to do that. There is only one trailhead, so in and out is
the way to walk it normally. Summer brings highs in the 70's to Boucher Trail with overnight lows in the 40's. Highs throughout the winter are mostly in the 30's, and overnight lows at Boucher Trail throughout the winter mostly descend into the 10's. Boucher Trail is 18.4 miles
long; it's considered a longer backcountry hike.
Briefly about the general area:
Boucher Creek is a glorious local stream, and get yourself into a kayak and hit Colorado River. If time allows, Grand Canyon National Park is a national park worth checking out, and a pleasant
journey to Hermit Basin is a delightful way to spend an afternoon.
A short visit to Santa Maria Spring is always worthwhile, and a tour to Point Sublime is always a nice idea. Boucher Trail is splendid enough to spend more than a day at, Trailer Village is a splendid local
campground; if you're looking for some flowing water? Try Hermit Creek. So much amusing stuff right next door to Boucher Trail, truly striking. Fourmile Spring is a beautiful location to visit while you're at Boucher Trail; Hindu Amphitheater is a delightful site to stretch your
legs a bit.
Near Boucher Trail you stumble on good places like Travertine Canyon; a great spot to camp here at Boucher Trail is Visitor Center Campground.
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Location of Trailhead: Latitude 36.0611, Longitude -112.2115
- - Directions and Road Map
Total in and out hiking length = 18.4 miles
Total climbing distance = 7.5 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
2.5 days
Fast Hiking Pace:
1.5 days
Total elevation difference: 4436 feet
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The Grand Hotel, Grand Canyon
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6 miles away
Guests of The Grand Hotel enjoy gateway access to Grand Canyon National Park and a variety of recreational activities. The lodge, built in 1998, features the classic architecture and decor of America'...
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User input for Boucher Trail, Coconino County, Arizona:
Outdoors Recreation Near Flagstaff, Arizona
Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Flagstaff, Arizona, the metro area neareast to Boucher Trail. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
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| These outdoors activities are available near Boucher Trail. |
| | Trails Near Boucher Trail:
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Hermit Trail, Coconino
County
, 1 miles away, 16.8 hiking miles, 4438 feet elevation difference |
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Dripping Springs Trail, Coconino
County
, 2 miles away, 6.4 hiking miles, 1838 feet elevation difference |
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Tonto Trail, Coconino
County
, 3 miles away, 81.8 hiking miles, 4722 feet elevation difference |
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Bright Angel Trail, Coconino
County
, 7 miles away, 16.4 hiking miles, 4478 feet elevation difference |
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South Kaibab Trail, Coconino
County
, 10 miles away, 11.4 hiking miles, 4533 feet elevation difference |
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Tiyo Point Trail, Coconino
County
, 11 miles away, 12.4 hiking miles, 678 feet elevation difference |
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Clear Creek Trail, Coconino
County
, 12 miles away, 33.2 hiking miles, 4470 feet elevation difference |
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| | National Parks Near Boucher Trail:
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Grand Canyon National Park, Grand Canyon - AZ
, 6 miles away |
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Pipe Spring National Monument, Fredonia - AZ
, 53 miles away |
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Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument, Flagstaff - AZ
, 65 miles away |
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| | Hotels Near Boucher Trail:
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites GRAND CANYON, Grand Canyon
, 6 miles away |
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The Grand Hotel, Grand Canyon
, 6 miles away |
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Red Feather Lodge, Grand Canyon
, 6 miles away |
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Canyon Plaza Resort, Grand Canyon
, 9 miles away |
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Best Western Grand Canyon Squire Inn, Grand Canyon
, 9 miles away |
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6 miles away
