We also had a steripen and that worked great for the springs. That didnt sound too appealing to us, so we filled up at the spring and kept going. You are going to have an amazing time in Pariayoull have to come back and tell me about it! On my trip, the water was never more than knee-deep, but the river can be waist-deep after periods of heavy rain. Great guide for the Paria. Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. Enough to rent water boots? It is managed as wilderness and regarded as one of the world's best hiking destinations. What an amazing synopsis of this incredible hike. There are 4 ways to get from Prescott to Paria Canyon-Vermilion Cliffs Wilderness by bus, car, shuttle or plane. 17948 E Paria Canyon Dr is served by 48 transit routes. How about night temps in April in the canyon? Unlike the "Wave" a permit is not required to make the hike, only a day use fee at the trailhead. Ambitious hikers can choose to do this in one day. Let us know in the comments! I am curious about the amount of water in Buckskin/Paria at the end of April. Do not take this lightly, a tow bill will cost you a minimum of $1,000. You are going to have an amazing experience and I cant wait to hear about it. We will get back to you shortly to confirm the details of your booking. You will never experience anything like it again in your lifetime. This allowed us to back pack the 45 mile trip down Wire Pass/Buckskin Gulch/Paria Canyon. Many of these places were discovered by exploration groups that radiated their steps from Santa Fe, and most of these incredible places have recognized the commanding officer who discovered it and also many times gave name. I noticed that the information in the original description is pretty outdated, so I'd like to give some updated beta: " The beauty of Paria Canyon " Apr 2013 We hiked the Paria Canyon April 21-25, starting at the Wirepass Trailhead to Buckskin Gulch and then on to the confluence with the Paria River on day one. Kristen thanks for the great compilation of information. We would LOVE to bring our adventure dog with us. Its no where near as pretty or interesting hiking as the canyon floor, but you will save yourself hours of misery otherwise. Primitive camping in tents and sleeping bags provided, cookouts included. What an adventure! Imagine hiking Zion Canyon from the Narrows to the town of Virgin, except no cars, no crowds and (basically) no people. But, you could get lucky and score a site. Is there an elevation gain? They saved a few spots for visitors to apply for the day before. But for this trip, I chose to start at White House Trailhead for a couple reasons: For these reasons, I decided that Buckskin Gulch will have to wait until next time when I can travel light with just a daypack. It took the river 14 hours to go back to hikeable levels and then another smaller wave came through as we were about to hike out of our safe spot. These get the job done, and theyve also come a long way in regards to taste. For any hike from Wire Pass Trailhead through the Buckskin Gulch to White House Trailhead, you would leave your car at White House Trailhead and we would pick you up there at a pre-arranged time and drop you at Wire Pass Trailhead. 1. Paria Canyon from Lees Ferry Moderate 4.3 (130) Glen Canyon National Recreation Area Photos (104) Directions Print/PDF map Length 5.6 miElevation gain 249 ftRoute type Out & back Enjoy this 5.6-mile out-and-back trail near Page, Arizona. Paria Canyon Shuttle Service Shuttle Service for Paria Canyon and Buckskin Gulch backpackers, to all the major trailheads. Hi Weiru, I spent four days backpacking through the winding canyon and absolutely loved it. Location: Paria Canyon-Vermilion Cliffs Wilderness (Arizona/Utah, USA) Length: 46 mi / 74 km from Wire Pass Trailhead | 50 mi / 80 km from Buckskin Gulch Trailhead Type: One-way Recommended Time: 3-4 days Most Popular Months: March/April, October/November Max Group Size: 10 Permit Required: Yes Permit Cost: $9 + $5 per person per day (not night) And Wrather Arch too. On the permit application website, the calendar shows you when there is availability. The day after our hike we kayaked 7.5 miles upstream on the Colorado River using LF as our input. Inspired to trek this in summer 2016! At mile 20.5, there is an optional 25-minute side trailup Wrather Canyon that leads to Wrather Arch. Even in hot July the water is about 50 degrees and clearer than youd ever imagine. Hes written multiple books on the area and is the expert. This means packing out all of your garbage (including toilet paper) and following the established rules. Bring a satellite phone with you! PLEASE BE PREPARED TO PAY CASH AT THE TIME OF SERVICE. Save a buck: Want the awe-inspiring view of Zions Narrows, steep walled wonder of Antelope Canyon, or the curious patterned lines of The Wave, but cant drop $100 on an hour-long tour? 2014-2022 Seeking Treasure Adventures LLC. This is the best write-up for Paria Canyon I have read yet. No matter how far you plan on hiking, it is ideal to get an early start so you arent hiking too long under the desert sun. Please enable JavaScript on your browser to best view this site. Is there a lot of water-wading through cesspools for this hike? In the past decades, the NPS honored the BLM shuttle providers, however, now, apparently, shuttle providers must obtain commercial use authorization by GLCA/NPS. it was great. Another option is to hang a right and venture upstream through Buckskin Wash. If you choose to hike the Paria Canyon through its entirety you will have to use two cars or use a shuttle service. If anyone is considering doing this hike and is reading this message, I have two pieces of advice. We are going to be driving through the Paria in July from Phoenix on our way to the Canadian Rockies. Cost is for up to 4 people with gear, each additional person $25 each up to 6 people, more than that another vehicle is neededfull charge. Fill up on the best water in the canyon! There are 11 ways to get from San Diego to Paria Canyon-Vermilion Cliffs Wilderness by plane, car, shuttle, bus or train Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner. Parks near 17770 E Paria Canyon Dr include Four Peaks Neighborhood Park, Golden Eagle Park, and Brown's Ranch Trailhead. Hell want to meet by 3 pm at Lees Ferry the day prior to your hike. That's the first water (that's not filled with silt) that you'll come to on this hike. In May 2016, I am walking the Frances route of the Camino de Santiago de Compostela a 550 mile trek through Spain. No matter what you decide to do, Paria Canyon offers spectacular views and a unique experience for hikers of any skill level. I want to assume all will be well. Find adventures and camping on the go, share photos, use GPX tracks, and download maps for offline use. The gnats at Buckskin campground would have eaten us alive without it. All Rights Reserved. It is cooler in the canyon, but averages in the end of June should still be comfortable. Or for a cheaper solution, you could line the inside of your pack with a garbage bag and then pack all of your gear inside of that. I really enjoyed your blog post on hiking the Paria. The mainthing to take into consideration when camping is the location of the fresh water springs, since the springs arethe easiest places to obtain water. Lush vegetation growing out of the canyon walls is a sign that a spring might be present. marble canyon lodge is right up the road from lees ferry and was perfect place to decompress and reflect on the hike on the final night. Could one get away with a 3 season bag or will a 40 + bag be that much more comfortable? The only thing to keep in mind about these is if you plan to use a SteriPen, it wont fit through the mouthpiece. There are ongoing discussions between BLM and NPS. water socks that kirsten mentioned were perfect.. no blisters, no prune skin. They can shuttle you to any of the trailheads mentioned above. Started at White House and packed to just beyond where Buckskin Gulch intersects. We got our permits in Kanab on our way to Lees Ferry. In the days leading up to your trip, be sure to check Paria Canyon weather and if there is a chance of rain, call the Rangers station to seek their advice about whether or not it is safe to hike. All you do is fill up the bag, then hang it from a tree and let the water flow down through the filter.no pumping required. I did it years ago, and am now a Scoutmaster. The escarpment is surrounded by towering 2500 foot cliffs that line the Colorado River's Marble Canyon, the magnificent Paria Canyon, and the deep and narrow slot canyon, the Buckskin Gulch. We are interested in doing a day hike in September. Kristen, I am looking at doing this trip in December but it would be a solo trip and I dont want to spend $100+ on a shuttle back to my car. *For the avoidance of any doubt, we offer transportation-only, shuttle/taxi service (as permitted by the BLM Arizona Strip District and the BLM Paria River District) and do not offer road-based commercial tours on Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. We will be in touch shortly. Should I buy a slightly bigger pack so my sleepbag can fit inside? The Paria Canyon is stunning in its own right. We provide guided photography, scenic, adventure, and hiking tours & shuttles to Americas newest National Monuments, the Vermilion Cliffs National Monument, and the Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument. We provide lunch, water, and cold drinks with the tour. Do it, this is one of the best multi-day trips I have been on in North America, and 2. after the confluence, we only saw two other parties of two for the next thirty miles. Such a great read! Ive already signed up for your Barefoot Theory emails. It made for a heavy load, but for us, this made the most sense. Otherwise, theres a good chance it might get clogged. Our group is getting extremely excited about visiting such a spectacular place. Hello Kristen. Another (more expensive) option is theSteriPen. Great Blog. I have no affiliation with them nor have I used them. And thanks for the tips about the map/book! Start with this backpacking checklist and desert hiking clothes guide to pack for Paria Canyon. The trail is hotter, drier, and sandier and with the canyon broadening, sun exposure can be intense so be sure to pack sun protection. It's easy to walk right past the confluence.. I see most people doing it the other way but because we have to pick up our permits in person, it would be easier. 5 groceries, 37 restaurants, 15 parks. Thanks again! Using purification tablets is simple way to meet this need, as you shared. Bearfoot Theory participates in affiliate programs with a variety of retailers and is compensated for referring traffic and business to these companies, including Amazon, REI, Backcountry and others. Thanks for this awesome guide! In the desert, this also meanslearning how to protect cryptobiotic soiland how it has a huge impact on our ecosystems. I didnt do Wire Pass, but flash flood season really gets going later in July. No same-day overnight permits are granted. Hoping its not too cold at that time. Appreciate the support and if there are ever any topics youd like to see covered on my blog, feel free to get in touch! Ive searched for as much information as I can since this is a dangerous (Buckskin Gulch portion) and somewhat difficult hike. Instead, when we passed the springs, I filled up with enough water to drink as well as to cook with. (Include our guide permit number SRP# AZA-034891). really enjoyed your trip! Be sure to check local weather for rainfall and please do not go on this trail if there are anyflash flood concerns. Enjoy the solitude, enjoy the view, and get a real taste of Utahs wild side. What made it even better was that over the course of 4 days, we only crossed paths withone otherpair of hikers,and they were headed the opposite direction. Please note that this adventure is only accessible by obtaining a permit. Kristen recommends NEOPRENE socks which are a must. But opting out of some of these cookies may have an effect on your browsing experience. Your arms will be beyond exhausted. Though impossible to explore in a lifetime, we have seen enough of it to offer you exceptional photo opportunities in iconic sites as well as not so well known locations. The distance from White House to the confluence with Buckskin Gulch is 7.5 mi. Seeking Treasure Adventures and Trails End Shuttle are two examples. After reading your blog posts I have planned a Paria Canyon trip for this June. Hi there! However, I find no bibliography that explains the origin of the Paria Canyon (which is a Spanish word meaning low social class or unfortunate). Do not leave camp without basic survival gear (we went to the spring as a day hike, but fortunately we had basic gear with us). Traveling through here with a big backpack makes the first daysignificantly more cumbersome. We did the Paria Canyon hike in 4 days/3 nights and found the pace to be just right. As you hike, watch the walls of Paria Canyon dramatically grow hundreds of feet above you. When making a reservation, you will reserve the number of days you plan to spend in the canyon, not nights. The solitude and views of painted rock alone are worth the price. Middle Trail Escape (Los Angeles, Mesa, Mosquito, Paria, Colorado, etc etc). Keep up the adventures and the writing! We are not planning on doing the giant version of this hike. I love your night photos of your tent under the stars! Cheers and happy holidays! Its money well spent! We are hiking the Wave in July and looking for additional hikes. It seems like the pressure for permits would be waning by then, and probability ought to be better. It should be noted that you should fill up all of your water bottles at the Last Reliable Spring. It is much easier to climb out of quicksand without a heavy pack dragging you down. $5/night to camp in the breathtaking (and unpopulated) campsite at the trailhead. It took us about 3 hours to navigate all the flood debris in the canyon. Buckskin Gulch is a long slot canyon tributary to Paria Canyon. Tours start and end at the Paria Outpost, the closest facility to such destinations as The Wave, Buckskin Gulch, White Pocket, South Coyote Buttes, Cottonwood Canyon and more! We will use your blog here as a primary reference. Thanks. 1) Feet were ok. The third Bearfoot Theory group tour is in the books. 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