i'd read up on everything you can about this particular hike. I've been researching a much shorter version of the thru hike for a number of years & i've spent quite a bit of time in West Clear Creek via most of the access trails. this is one hike that is consistantly underestimated for its diffi...

Maybe the toughest thru hike in the state. Easily comparable to Hellsgate. Figure on 1/2-1 mph over bowling balls covering in slick slime, with mandatory cold & long swims. Raft or dry bag NOT optional!! Tyler Williams' Canyoneering Arizona has a number of good pages on the various sections, as ...