Smasher Canyon

Trail Overview

With a name like Smasher Canyon, you have to expect it to have its challenges. This trail is not for the faint of heart as it winds through rugged terrain. Smasher is a popular rock crawling trail in the high desert of central Arizona near the small town of Clarkdale. The trail demands a certain level of offroad driving expertise. Steep ascents and descents, coupled with technical sections, will challenge your vehicle's capabilities and your driving skills. Four-wheel drive, high clearance, and lockers are highly recommended for a safe and enjoyable experience. The white stone 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. There's a high risk of body damage and or breakage. The trail is designed to go counterclockwise.

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Difficulty

This is a rock crawling trail without bypasses. There are numerous large vertical ledges and boulders to climb. It's a high risk of body damage and/or breakage. A spotter is highly recommended. There are only two bypasses on impassable washed-out sections. All other obstacles will need to be completed. It's not recommended for stock vehicles or inexperienced drivers

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