Grand Enchantment Trail — Segment 14 landscape

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Grand Enchantment Trail — Segment 14

~3 days · 24.1 mi · moderate · Point-to-point

Quick facts

Distance24.1 mi
Days out3
Elevation gain2,306 ft
Gain / mile96 ft
High point6,680 ft

What the Grand Enchantment Trail — Segment 14 is known for

Segment 14 (Eagle Creek - Painted Bluffs) of the Grand Enchantment Trail, a 23.9-mile point-to-point stretch through the canyon-and-mesa country between the Safford area and Morenci in eastern Arizona. Typically hiked in 2-3 days as part of the longer GET route.

Route map & campsites

Route map of the Grand Enchantment Trail — Segment 14 on OpenStreetMap terrain Open in Planner →

Route shape from OpenStreetMap geometry. Start · End · Camp

Elevation profile

Elevation ranges from 12,205 ft to 21,916 ft over 24.1 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).

  • Uphill 4.6 mi · 19%
  • Downhill 15.8 mi · 66%
  • Flat 3.6 mi · 15%

Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.

Frequently asked questions

How many days does the Grand Enchantment Trail — Segment 14 take?

Most backpackers hike the Grand Enchantment Trail — Segment 14 in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 24.1 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.

How much elevation gain is on the Grand Enchantment Trail — Segment 14?

The Grand Enchantment Trail — Segment 14 climbs roughly 2,306 ft total — about 96 ft per mile, topping out near 6,680 ft.

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Sources & attribution

Route geometry and stats derived from OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL) — 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.

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