Hopi Salt Trail in Marble Canyon is an exceptional hike worthy of being on any nature lover’s bucket list. Though challenging, hiking this trail will take you to crystal-clear water, unlike anything you’ve ever seen and is considered one of the best hikes to the Colorado River. So, if you’re up for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, I invite you to read on and learn more about Hopi Salt Trail Canyon in Arizona.

Spanning 5.8 miles each way, the Hopi Salt Trail in Arizona is a hidden gem near the Grand Canyon. Its elusive nature is due in part to the 3,000-foot elevation gain, a difficulty level that dissuades many hikers from even attempting to conquer such a daunting adventure.
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From the very beginning of your hike along Hopi Salt Trail Canyon, you'll notice unique natural formations that pose a challenge to even the most experienced of hikers. Walk beneath red rock ceilings, scramble over canyon walls, and truly understand what it means to become one with the great outdoors.
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Rated 'hard' on AllTrails, this is one hike you definitely shouldn't underestimate. Even still, seeing the majestic desert landscape rising in all directions is worth every last drop of sweat.
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Your efforts will be duly rewarded upon reaching the final stretch of this trek. You'll see turquoise water unlike anything you've ever seen. This highlight along Hopi Salt Trail to the Little Colorado River appears to extend infinitely toward the horizon, almost beckoning hikers to jump right in.
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When it's too cold to swim, the views along Hopi Salt Trail to Little Colorado River are no less magical. Frozen mid-stream, the icy river is a winter wonderland if we've ever seen one.
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Unless you're very experienced and agile, trying to make exploring Hopi Salt Trail Canyon a day hike probably isn't feasible. You'd have to leave at sunrise to even make returning before dark a possibility, so consider camping out halfway through. You won't have to rush, and the effort is cut in half — a good situation all around, in our humble opinion!
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Keep in mind that a Navajo Nation permit is required to embark on the hike. I also encourage you to check with the Cameron Visitor Center before heading out. Additionally, you can find information about this memorable hike on AllTrails.
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Have you ever traversed the Hopi Salt Trail in Arizona? If so, do these pictures do it justice? Let us know your thoughts in the following comments section. And, if you’d like to learn more about this epic hike and others, visit AllTrails.

Want to explore more of Arizona? For ideas of where to go after your Hopi Salt Trail Canyon adventure, feel free to check out these beautiful Arizona hikes. 

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What are some of the best hikes in Arizona? 

In addition to taking the Hopi Salt Trail to Little Colorado River, here are some of the best hikes in Arizona.

  • Bell Trail at Wet Beaver Creek: You can pick up this scenic hike, that's close to 7 miles, near the Mogollon Rim.
  • Horton Creek Trail #285: As you hike this picturesque trail, you'll come across wildlife, waterfalls, and tons of pine trees.
  • West Fork Oak Creek Trail #108: Discover stunning red rock formations when you take this 6-mile trail along the creek.

 

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What are some highlights to visit when visiting the Grand Canyon?

Along with visiting Hopi Salt Trail in Arizona, here are some other highlights worth seeing in the Grand Canyon:

  • Grand Canyon Caverns: You'll need to go 200 feet underground to experience this impressive cave that's around 65 million years old.
  • Deer Creek Falls: You'll need to hike Thunder Head Trail to reach this jaw-dropping waterfall in the Grand Canyon.
  • Vasey's Paradise: Take the Colorado River or the South Canyon Trail to reach this natural wonder.

 

 

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