Dusty Trails and Desert Tales: The Big Shipp Canyon Excursion

Sat Apr 06 2024 at 07:00 am to 06:00 pm

126 N. Marina St., Prescott, AZ, United States, Arizona 86301 | Prescott

Natural History Institute
Publisher/HostNatural History Institute
Dusty Trails and Desert Tales: The Big Shipp Canyon Excursion
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Embark on a unique day-long journey through the remote and rugged beauty of Big Shipp Canyon, which cuts deep into a basalt lava flow. This off-trail escapade promises encounters with perennial water sources in the Sonoran Desert, ancient rock art, untouched vistas, and a fascinating geologic history.
Highlights:
- Guided off-trail hike through a sinuous desert canyon with cattle-free sections
- Exploration of perennial water sources and a hidden desert spring
- Encounters with an ancient civilization rich in historical significance
- Unparalleled views of the remote and rugged desert landscape
Cost: $75 (Van Transportation Included)
Time: Depart from Prescott, AZ, at the Natural History Institute at 7:30am and return 6:00pm
Difficulty: This full-day adventure is a 7-mile hike, with most hiking on 4 WD roads but a significant section that requires scrambling, negotiating slippery surfaces, avoiding sun exposure and thorny bushes, and a couple of fairly steep climbs and descents on unstable surfaces. Wet feet are a possibility.
Food and Water: Bring your own lunch, water, and snacks for a full-day excursion.
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126 N. Marina St., Prescott, AZ, United States, Arizona 86301

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