Grand Enchantment Trail — Segment 13
~3 days · 17.1 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Grand Enchantment Trail — Segment 13 is known for
Segment 13 of the Grand Enchantment Trail follows the historic Old Safford-Morenci Trail, a restored mule route across BLM canyon country between Safford and Morenci, Arizona. About 16 miles point-to-point, crossing perennial Bonita Creek; the rough tread hikes slower than the mileage suggests.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 12,507 ft to 19,646 ft over 17.1 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 8.7 mi · 51%
- Downhill 7.6 mi · 44%
- Flat 0.8 mi · 5%
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 13?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Grand Enchantment Trail — Segment 13 scores 20/100, 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 13 take?
Most backpackers hike the Grand Enchantment Trail — Segment 13 in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 17.1 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Grand Enchantment Trail — Segment 13?
The Grand Enchantment Trail — Segment 13 climbs roughly 3,927 ft total — about 230 ft per mile, topping out near 6,076 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.