Hidden Canyon

Hidden Canyon is always fun when in the mood for some good exercise. A total of 2.2 miles roundtrip where the first part is very steep, then once in the canyon its a pleasureable walk down a mostly dry wash. The hike begins at the same trailhead as the Weeping Rock and East Rim trail. This is a unique hike through side ravine between Cable Mountain and the Great White Throne. The official hike ends at the first pothole full of water, but the best part is after this. We went in the winter and crossing over the pothole area was dangerous due to the ice. Hopefully when you go you wont have to deal with the ice. I drew a huge sigh of relief after I passed it. The rest of hike is boulder hopping and walking through a sandy wash. If there has been a lot of rain or snow there might be water in there as there was when I went. In the photo album on the website there is a mix of summer and winter photos. Keep your eyes peeled for the freestanding arch. It will be on your right side when hiking into the canyon. Its hard to see since the green moss blends it into the mountain and there are leaves and such hiding it. I have passed it numerous times and never saw it! It's right across from a huge greenish wall. Before long the hiking becomes impossible without climbing and rope skills. Turn around here and be careful if you encounter ice again near the pothole.