Looking for a new place that will show you a side of Arizona you’ve never seen before? If you’re up for hiking in an incredibly remote location, you’re going to fall in love with the place we’re featuring today. It’s hidden away and unbelievably beautiful.
This is Blue Canyon, a hidden gem of a location that few people know exists and even fewer have visited.
Gilles Pellerin/AllTrails It is a colorful canyon of badlands filled with some rather striking red and white rock formations.
Located on the Hopi Reservation about 27 miles east of Tuba City, Blue Canyon is part of Moenkopi Wash, which is also home to Coal Mine Canyon and a few other little-known canyons.
Google Maps This would be a great spot to enjoy a spring hike as the temperatures are still cool and the sun’s rays aren’t terribly intense.
The length of your tour and the extent of hiking depends on your tour guide, so be sure to do your research before selecting one.
CEBImagery/Flickr You should expect to spend about two hours or so in the canyon hiking, learning historical facts about the canyon and the people, and taking photos of the landscape.
For photography, we recommend trying to plan for a sunrise or set photo opportunity.
CEBImagery/Flickr
Keep in mind that access here is restricted since it is located on tribal lands.
CEBImagery/Flickr This means you will need a permit and an authorized guide to explore the area. Details about obtaining these can be found on the website linked below. You’ll find the extra effort worth it once you see this canyon in person!
Blue Canyon is located approximately 27 miles east of Tuba City. Access is restricted and you must have both a permit and Hopi tour guide in order to visit. You can find details on the Experience Hopi website for tours, authorized guides, and more.
Gilles Pellerin/AllTrails
It is a colorful canyon of badlands filled with some rather striking red and white rock formations.
Google Maps
This would be a great spot to enjoy a spring hike as the temperatures are still cool and the sun’s rays aren’t terribly intense.
CEBImagery/Flickr
You should expect to spend about two hours or so in the canyon hiking, learning historical facts about the canyon and the people, and taking photos of the landscape.
This means you will need a permit and an authorized guide to explore the area. Details about obtaining these can be found on the website linked below. You’ll find the extra effort worth it once you see this canyon in person!
For more fantastic spots to explore this spring, check out these 11 Little Known Canyons That Will Show You A Side Of Arizona You’ve Never Seen Before.
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