Smasher Canyon

5/5 (5 reviews)
With a name like Smasher Canyon, you have to expect it to have its challenges. Well, this one does not disappoint. Smasher is a popular rock crawling trail in the high desert of central Arizona near the small town of Clarkdale. Be prepared because it offers an incredible challenge for even the best-...Read More
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Highlights of Smasher Canyon

Rock Category IconRock
Sand Category IconSand
Wash Category IconWash
Highest Elevation
3839 ft
Shape of Trail
Loop
Typically Open
Year Round
Best Direction
South
Official Trail Name
88
Nearest Town
Clarkdale
Nearest Services
Cottonwood
Management Agency
Coconino National Forest
District

Overview

With a name like Smasher Canyon, you have to expect it to have its challenges. Well, this one does not disappoint. Smasher is a popular rock crawling trail in the high desert of central Arizona near the small town of Clarkdale. Be prepared because it offers an incredible challenge for even the best-built vehicles. The white stone ledges and large boulders really push you and your rig to the limit. The ledges and boulders that are found throughout the entire trail average 2 feet tall and require a good spotter to keep from being high centered all the time. The difficulty also goes up because the trail doesn't have any by-passes. So get ready for a long day on the rocks and bring your A-game for this one.

Trail Difficulty and Assessment

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9 Waypoints
29 Trail Photos
3 Trail Concerns
5 Community Reviews
1 Video
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