Upper Rattlesnake Canyon Loop Trail

Rattlesnake Canyon

© Andy Rankin

This 6 mile (9.6 km) loop trail is moderately difficult and travels travels from the Rattlesnake Canyon Trailhead to the Guadalupe Ridge Trail, down to the Walnut Canyon Desert Drive, and back up to the Rattlesnake Canyon Trailhead. The change in elevation along the trail is 670 feet (204 m).

A free permit is required for all overnight use of the park’s backcountry which can be obtained at the visitor center during business hours.

Details

Duration

4 Hours

Activity

Hiking

Age(s)

0 and Older

Pets Allowed

No

Activity Fee

No

Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.

Location

Rattlesnake Canyon Trailhead

About 0.25 mile (0.4 km) past interpretive marker #4 on the beautiful unpaved Walnut Canyon Desert Drive.

Reservations

No

Season

Year Round

Time of Day

Any Time

Accessibility Information

Trail is narrow, rocky, and steep.