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Apr 08 2015
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Pipe Creek CanyonNorthwest, AZ
Pipe Creek Canyon
Northwest, AZ
Canyoneering avatar Apr 08 2015
markguycan • Triplogs 25
Canyoneering2.90 Miles 900 AEG
Canyoneering2.90 Miles   3 Hrs   28 Mns   1.85 mph
900 ft AEG   1 Hour   54 Mns Break30 LBS Pack
Intermediate Canyoneering - Difficult or dangerous; Tech Climb; rope reqd; descent anchor; exit technical;
B - Up to light current; wading/swimming; possible wet/dry suit
II - Normally requires a half day
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Garden Creek
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Stats from Tonto Trail drop in point down to Pipe Creek and Bright Angel Trail intersection.
Definitely a worthy adventure. 3 of 5 stars.
We did this as a warm up for Garden Creek which we did the following day.
Light stream flow makes it pleasantly moist in a very arid environment. lots of greenery and flowers.
Most of the anchors were in good condition.
The initial anchor "tree" described in Todd's guide is washed out and would barely be considered a shrub. I wouldn't trust it to tie my dog to.
Instead tie off some large boulders about 20ft back and extend the anchor to the pour off. This makes for a pleasant 100ft rap (60m rope worked fine).
This deposits you in an open stream bed, follow this for at least 0.5 miles til the next obstacle. Several down climbs and 3 more raps (longest is about 50ft) bring you to the Bright Angel trail. Here you could hoof it back up to the rim or decide to stay at Phantom Ranch/Bright Angel campground or walk back to Indian Garden campground which is recommended (all require permits/fees).
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Wildflowers Observation Substantial

water 1 out of 5water 2 out of 5water 3 out of 5water less than max Garden Creek Medium flow Medium flow
rushing and clear!

water 1 out of 5water 2 out of 5water less than maxwater less than max Pipe Creek Light flow Light flow
minimal but clean
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average hiking speed 1.85 mph

WARNING! Hiking and outdoor related sports can be dangerous. Be responsible and prepare for the trip. Study the area you are entering and plan accordingly. Dress for the current and unexpected weather changes. Take plenty of water. Never go alone. Make an itinerary with your plan(s), route(s), destination(s) and expected return time. Give your itinerary to trusted family and/or friends.

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