228: Echo Canyon HOODOOS & GROTTOES Trail (Chiricahua National Monument) - Southern Arizona

Today we're exploring the hoodoos & grottoes along Echo Canyon Trail in Chiricahua National Monument. Chiricahua makes for a great stop along any Southern Arizona road trip and is one of my top things to do when traveling to Bisbee, AZ. The grotto formations along this hike are spectacular and remind me of slot canyons found in other national parks.
Chiricahua National Monument is located in remote southeast Arizona. The nearest town is Wilcox, AZ, which is approximately 35 miles away, and the nearest major city is Tucson, located almost 2 hours to the west.
The grottoes are formed by tall intertwined arches, which were carved out of the rocks by rain, wind and weather over time, and are remarkable evidence of the ancient lava flow that once traveled through this area. Towering rocks surround you and dominate the landscape here. Every turn feels like the entrance to a fantastic natural playground with hidden caves and giant spires...it’s easy to see why this place is often called a Wonderland of Rocks!
For more information on the Echo Canyon Grottoes, check out my full Flying Dawn Marie travel guide blog post at:
www.flyingdawnmarie.com/new-b...
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Beautiful trails and scenery, love it 👏👏👏