Hammond Canyon | Cedar Mesa

Hiking Hammond Canyon - Cedar Mesa Hiking Hammond Canyon

Cedar Mesa

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Mon A chance of rain showers after noon. Mostly sunny, with a high near 56. South southwest wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
56° | 37°
Tue Snow showers likely before noon, then snow showers likely and a slight chance of thunderstorms between noon and 3pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 49. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible.
49° | 35°
Wed Sunny, with a high near 57.
57° | 34°
Thu Mostly sunny, with a high near 60.
60° | 40°
Fri A chance of snow showers before noon, then a chance of snow showers and a slight chance of thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 50. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible.
50° | 36°
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RATING: Strenuous hike or pleasant 2 day backpack.
SEASON: Late Spring through Fall.
GEAR: Standard Hiking Gear
WATER: A small stream begins partway down Hammond Canyon. It should be filtered, but would provide good water for backpacking.
FLASHFLOOD: None
Mon A chance of rain showers after noon. Mostly sunny, with a high near 56. South southwest wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
56° | 37°
Tue Snow showers likely before noon, then snow showers likely and a slight chance of thunderstorms between noon and 3pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 49. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible.
49° | 35°
Wed Sunny, with a high near 57.
57° | 34°
Thu Mostly sunny, with a high near 60.
60° | 40°
Fri A chance of snow showers before noon, then a chance of snow showers and a slight chance of thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 50. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible.
50° | 36°
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Hammond Canyon Skyline
Hammond Canyon Skyline

Hammond Canyon is a delightful tapestry of pinnacles, lush green foliage, water falls, and the well preserved Three Finger ruin. The contrast between the green of the foliage, the whites and reds of the sandstone, and the blue of the sky make for a photographers paradise. Although a strenuous day hike, this would be a pleasant and easy overnight backpack. If backpacking, be sure to practice low impact camping techniques.

Hammond Canyon Tower
Hammond Canyon Tower

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