Everyone knows about the drive through Salt River Canyon, you might be thinking. But you’d be surprised how many Arizonans have never traveled the steep, winding stretch of U.S. Route …

Salt River Canyon Wilderness is a 32,101 acres (12,991 ha) wilderness area located within the Tonto National Forest in the U.S. state of Arizona. [1] The Salt River and its deep canyon …

Not only does the scenic drive feature breathtaking views of the canyon walls and the blue ribbon of water that is the Salt River, but it also passes by stellar desert hiking, several quaint old …

A mini Grand Canyon with getting close to the river possible. Massive cliffs on either side with a great view upriver from the old road bridge open to pedestrians. There is also an informative …

Sep 10, 2024 · You drive through the juniper-covered hills, and suddenly, there it is the Salt River Canyon, formed by thousands of years of a river cutting to the geologic core. The canyon, one …

The Upper Salt River runs through the Salt River Canyon Wilderness, often referred to as Arizona's other Grand Canyon. While it lacks the size of the Grand Canyon, it certainly …

This Wilderness contains approximately 32,100 very rugged acres and was established in 1984. The Salt River and its spectacular canyon bisect the wilderness for its entire length. Elevations …

Nov 12, 2024 · Explore the Salt River Canyon, one of the best scenic drives in Arizona! This canyon is known as "The Mini Grand Canyon" due to it's similar rock features and diverse …

Mar 24, 2023 · You drive through the juniper-covered hills, and suddenly, there it is: the Salt River Canyon, formed by thousands of years of a river cutting to the geologic core. The canyon, one …

This is the Upper Salt, and it's one of the finest whitewater rivers in the Southwest. The multi-day trip is 52 miles, from U.S. Highway 60 on White Mountain Apache Reservation through the …