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Horshshoe Bend Trail

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  1. Areas
  2. AZ
  3. …Flagstaff and Northern AZ
  4. Glen Canyon National Recreation Area
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Length

0.7 Miles 1.2 Kilometers

77%

Runnable

Elevation

110' 34 m

Ascent

-531' -162 m

Descent

16%

Avg Grade (9°)

273%

Max Grade (70°)

4,356' 1,328 m

High

3,914' 1,193 m

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Conditions

Unknown
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“A sandy but easy trail to an unbelievable view and natural wonder!”

— Abe Ferraro
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Overview

Features: Views

Runner Notes

Short and packed with people, but there are great views! Just don't run off the end!

Description

It is hard to miss the parking lot as it will be swamped with cars and people. The trail is very straightforward, short, and easy to follow, though it can be a bit sandy.

The view of Horseshoe Bend is amazing, and there are many views all along the ridge. Be careful because it is an sharp drop off of 1,000 feet or more at the edge!

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Land Manager: Glen Canyon National Recreation Area

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