Hike Horse Thief Canyon, Arizona

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Description: This canyon is rumored to be named after Horse Thief Ranch--a ranch several noted outlaws reportedly made headquarters for the trafficking of stolen horses. Located down a 4WD dirt road, it passes numerous granite water slides and huge cottonwood trees. At the entrance to the hike, there is a granite slide--a tall ledge where water would flow if there were any--that must be navigated. The rocks are slippery! A dirt trail leads up to the left side of the canyon wall and drops down into the canyon just above the obstacle. Distance: 2.5 miles out and back How to Get There: From town, drive out towards Hoover Dam, then continue south on Hwy 93 for about 4 miles to White Rock Canyon Trailhead. At the trailhead parking area, watch for a brown backcountry road sign giving the name of the road and a numbered yellow arrow. Approved roads are marked with yellow arrows and a number, which is the road number. Driving on roads or trails not marked with the yellow arrow is prohibited. Driving off roads, in washes, or cross-country damages the fragile desert soil, and is prohibited by National Park Service regulations. TIPS: Dogs on leash ok Four-wheel drive recommended Check weather conditions - flash floods possible

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