Hayduke Trail
USA · North America · Thru-hike / long-distance trail · score 70/100
At a glance
| Countries | USA |
|---|---|
| Continent | North America |
| Region | Utah, Arizona (canyon country) |
| Type | Thru-hike / long-distance trail |
| Length | 1287 km |
| Typical duration | 70 days |
| Difficulty | 5/5 (Very hard) |
| Best season | Mar-May, Sep-Nov |
| Start | Arches NP, UT |
| End | Zion NP, UT |
| Permit / guide | National park backcountry permits en route |
| Special gear | navigation essential; water caching |
Score
70/100
Remote desert route linking canyon-country parks; expert-level logistics and navigation
How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: medium.
Notes
Length ~800 mi; max elevation not reliably sourced; no official trail - a route
Sources
Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.
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