Cathedral Wash Trail is one of the most popular trails in the area for those who want to enjoy Colorado Canyon up close and personal. Cathedral Wash is a short and incredibly scenic slot canyon, the shortest of the tributaries to the Marble Canyon. The trail to Cathedral Wash starts about 1.3 miles from Navajo Bridge, on the road to Lee's Ferry. At the beginning, Cathedral Wash starts as a shallow sandy arroyo but as you walk downstream, the walls of the canyon rise steeply and dramatically above. As you keep going, the wash changes into a true slot canyon, with almost vertical walls and spectacular geology. It is a moderately easy hike, with a few ledges that call for some scrambling. The trail eventually opens up at the clear, blue Colorado River in majestic Marble Canyon.

Lees Ferry Rd, Marble Canyon, AZ 86036

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