TRAIL TIPS!The county roads in from Nageezi are largely in good shape, and apparently maintained. As you approach the trail head for this hike, though, high clearance all-wheel drive is essential. Don't travel if wet or stormy!
Valley Of Dreams
TRAIL TIPS!The county roads in from Nageezi are largely in good shape, and apparently maintained. As you approach the trail head for this hike, though, high clearance all-wheel drive is essential. Don't travel if wet or stormy!
This is one of the more fascinating areas of badlands you will find, with a completely different character than either the Bisti Badlands, or the De Na Zin. There is no specific trail to follow, and individual exploration of the hoodoo areas is the most rewarding part of the trip. While there are no major elevation changes, the ground can sometimes be soft, so hiking is not necessarily an easy, straightforward process.
This trip wanders about one of the major hoodoo-populated areas in the Ah Shi Sle Pah Wilderness, so allow plenty of time to explore. The northern portion of this hike in the Valley of Dreams, takes you to the 'King of Wing' - a most fascinating hoodoo, although you will travel through fewer formations en route. The AllTrails site names some of the featured hoodoos, but does not extend it's journey to the King of Wing, which is a very worthwhile adventure. Plan on lots of meandering in any case!
This hike may entail a long car trip, so arrive early.