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Wilderness · AZ

Kanab Creek Wilderness

Bureau of Land Management
DesignationWilderness
StateAZ
Managed byBureau of Land Management
Best seasonApr–Oct
On the map
Map showing the location of Kanab Creek Wilderness

About Kanab Creek Wilderness

The 70,460-acre Kanab Creek Wilderness in Arizona is managed by the Bureau of Land Management and the U.S. Forest Service. In 1984, the Kanab Creek Wilderness became part of the now over 109-million-acre National Wilderness Preservation System established by the Wilderness Act of 1964 . In wilderness, you can enjoy challenging recreational activities and extraordinary opportunities for solitude. Restrooms are not available at the Kanab Creek Wilderness. There is no potable drinking water available. When exploring this unique area, please follow all posted regulations and embrace the seven Leave No Trace principles to help preserve its natural beauty and the exceptional recreation experiences it offers. Keep in mind that applying the seven Leave No Trace principles may vary, what works in

Things to do

WildernessDispersed campingBackpackingHiking

When to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Best Apr–OctAverage low–high: 51–78°FAverage monthly sunny share of daylight: 72%2.5 wet days / month
Weather data & source

Each figure averages the highlighted months. 2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

Plan your visit

Kanab Creek Wilderness is managed by Bureau of Land Management. Check current conditions, permits, and reservations before you go.

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