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| | Here in Arizona backcountry trekking is always a fun thing to do. Arizona is a perfect place for backcountry hikers. Every hiking and backpacking trail in Arizona has its own unique splendor. You'll have got to go far from Flagstaff to get to Dripping Springs Trail, but when you trek it you're always having a wonderful time. Dripping Springs Trail is quite long, so do pack enough food to last the whole trip. Finally, backcountry trekking time is here again, and if you happen to be in Coconino County of Arizona, Dripping Springs Trail is a wonderful local |
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hiking trail for doing a bit of leg stretching. And keep in mind that there could be temporary safety restrictions in place. Sometimes this wilderness hiking trail gets really dry, so don’t forget to check for any current fire restrictions before you go. Different parts of this
| | backpacking trail are at very different elevations, so keep in mind that you may need to dress differently at different elevations. This great outdoors hiking trail is a very long great outdoors hiking trail with an average amount of climbing distance which makes it a wonderful wilderness hiking trail for experienced backcountry hikers in glorious shape. At Dripping Springs Trail through the summertime months highs are in the 70's. Through the dark hours of summer temperatures descend down into the 40's. The wintertime comes with highs in the 30's while | |
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the cold winter nights at Dripping Springs Trail are in the 10's. With its 12.8 miles of walking distance; it's longer than many backpacking trails. Of course, this is an overnight walk, 2 days normally, so better have big backpack to fit all the stuff you need. There are hiking
and backpacking trails all over Arizona; one of them being Dripping Springs Trail in Coconino County. The total elevation difference for this backcountry trail is 1,838 feet which is about average. There are two trailheads to chose from, one in each end, so trekking it one way
is an option if you can arrange for a ride back. Dripping Springs Trail gets very little rainfall; January is when you get the most snow here, and the driest month of the year is June. There are so many wilderness hiking trails in this region.
Briefly about the general area:
Why not camp at Trailer Village if you're here at Dripping Springs Trail It's always good to take a look at Santa Maria Spring.
At Dripping Springs Trail you always meet someone from Flagstaff, and if you came for an overnight stay Visitor Center Campground is a tremendous
site to camp. Getting to Hermit Creek from Dripping Springs Trail is painless, and Grand Canyon National Park is a delightful local destination. Don't leave Dripping Springs Trail without first paying a visit to Dripping Spring; nearby you discover Travertine Canyon which is a
great place to explore.
Whohoo, so many entertaining things in one place! Dripping Springs Trail is excellent! Looking for some flowing water? Try Boucher Creek, and a pleasant visit to Hermit Basin is a fine way to spend an afternoon.
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Location of Trailhead 1: Latitude 36.0356, Longitude -112.2432
- - Directions and Road Map
Location of Trailhead 2: Latitude 36.061, Longitude -112.2114
- - Directions and Road Map
Trailhead 1 to Trailhead 2:
Total hiking length = 6.4 miles
Total climbing distance = 3 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
6 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
3 hours
Trailhead 2 to Trailhead 1:
Total hiking length = 6.4 miles
Total climbing distance = 2 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
3 hours
| | Trailhead 1 back to Trailhead 1:
Total hiking length = 12.8 miles
Total climbing distance = 5 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
2 days
Fast Hiking Pace:
7 hours
Trailhead 2 back to Trailhead 2:
Total hiking length = 12.8 miles
Total climbing distance = 5 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
2 days
Fast Hiking Pace:
7 hours
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Total elevation difference: 1838 feet
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The Grand Hotel, Grand Canyon
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7 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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| These outdoors activities are available near Dripping Springs Trail. |
| | Trails Near Dripping Springs Trail:
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Boucher Trail, Coconino
County
, 2 miles away, 18.4 hiking miles, 4436 feet elevation difference |
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Hermit Trail, Coconino
County
, 2 miles away, 16.8 hiking miles, 4438 feet elevation difference |
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Tonto Trail, Coconino
County
, 4 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
, 11 miles away, 11.4 hiking miles, 4533 feet elevation difference |
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Clear Creek Trail, Coconino
County
, 13 miles away, 33.2 hiking miles, 4470 feet elevation difference |
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Tiyo Point Trail, Coconino
County
, 13 miles away, 12.4 hiking miles, 678 feet elevation difference |
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| | National Parks Near Dripping Springs Trail:
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Grand Canyon National Park, Grand Canyon - AZ
, 7 miles away |
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Pipe Spring National Monument, Fredonia - AZ
, 54 miles away |
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Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument, Flagstaff - AZ
, 65 miles away |
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| | Hotels Near Dripping Springs Trail:
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites GRAND CANYON, Grand Canyon
, 7 miles away |
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The Grand Hotel, Grand Canyon
, 7 miles away |
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Red Feather Lodge, Grand Canyon
, 7 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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