Grand Enchantment Trail — Segment 16
~2 days · 12.2 mi · easy · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Grand Enchantment Trail — Segment 16 is known for
Segment 16 of the Grand Enchantment Trail crosses the remote Blue River country north of Clifton, Arizona, running between the Pigeon Creek and Wild Bunch trailheads on FR 475 and fording the Blue River in a lonely canyon setting. A point-to-point segment of about 12 miles.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 13,540 ft to 16,427 ft over 12.2 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 4.8 mi · 39%
- Downhill 6.4 mi · 52%
- Flat 1.0 mi · 8%
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 16 take?
Most backpackers hike the Grand Enchantment Trail — Segment 16 in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 12.2 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Grand Enchantment Trail — Segment 16?
The Grand Enchantment Trail — Segment 16 climbs roughly 1,798 ft total — about 147 ft per mile, topping out near 5,013 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.