Grand Enchantment Trail — Segment 12
~2 days · 22.3 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Grand Enchantment Trail — Segment 12 is known for
Segment 12 of the Grand Enchantment Trail covers 21.9 miles point-to-point north of Safford, Arizona, connecting US 70 with the start of the Old Safford-Morenci Trail. Water is scarce on this dry BLM stretch — most hikers carry from Safford and split it over two days.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 9,580 ft to 16,814 ft over 22.3 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 13.4 mi · 60%
- Downhill 2.6 mi · 11%
- Flat 6.3 mi · 28%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Grand Enchantment Trail — Segment 12?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Grand Enchantment Trail — Segment 12 scores 13/100, a relative rating across the 1,243 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the Grand Enchantment Trail — Segment 12 take?
Most backpackers hike the Grand Enchantment Trail — Segment 12 in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 22.3 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Grand Enchantment Trail — Segment 12?
The Grand Enchantment Trail — Segment 12 climbs roughly 2,736 ft total — about 123 ft per mile, topping out near 5,157 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 — source relation. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.