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Sundance Trail
Nat'l Recreation Area

Sundance Trail

United States

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The Sundance Trail is the primary access route into the lower portion of Dark Canyon. The trail is approximately three miles from the trailhead to the bottom of the canyon. The trail descends a 50% talus slope and 1,120 vertical feet into Dark Canyon. Once in the bottom, hikes up and down canyon are popular. The hike is strenuous. There is no developed trail. Once in the canyon, there is a reliable stream up to Young's Canyon. No permit is required.

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