Grand Enchantment Trail: Long Distance Hiking Guide

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Arizona, New Mexico

770Miles
45–75 daysTypical thru-hike
Thru-hike veteranExperience
Mar, Apr, May, Oct, NovBest Season
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The Grand Enchantment Trail runs from Phoenix, AZ to Albuquerque, NM through sky islands, the Superstition Wilderness, White Mountains, and Gila Wilderness. The route is largely off-trail and unmarked, requiring advanced wilderness skills and careful water planning through the desert sections.

Trail Characteristics

  • Distance: 770 miles
  • Route type: Linear
  • Terrain: Desert, Alpine, Canyon
  • Navigation: Off-trail navigation
  • Resupply: Sparse

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