Hammond Canyon - Cedar Mesa

RATING: Moderately strenuous hike or very pleasant 2 day backpack.

LENGTH: 7-9 hours. About 9.5 miles with +/- 2000 ft. of elevation

WATER: A small stream begins partway down Hammond Canyon. It should be filtered, but would provide good water for backpacking.

FLASHFLOOD: None

SEASON: Late Spring through Fall.

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Hammond Canyon is a delightful tapestry of pinnacles, lush green foliage, water falls, and the well preserved Three Finger Indian ruin. The contrast between the green of the foliage, the whites and reds of the sandstone, and the blue of the sky make for a photographers paradise. Although a strenuous day hike, this would be a pleasant and easy overnight backpack. If backpacking, be sure to practice low impact camping techniques.

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Comments

This trail has some unbelievable colours in the fall-highly worth returning to around end of Sept.

by: CTH [Apr 30, 2009]

Does anyone have directions to the mouth of Hammond? Thanks harold.hull@yahoo.com

by: haroldhull [Jul 22, 2010]