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Copper Canyon is
the Grand Canyon of Northern Mexico, only larger.
Approximately four times as large as the Grand Canyon, it is
deeper and narrower, making it a truly breathtaking
landscape to explore. Secluded and rich with cultural and
natural history, Copper Canyon is a popular destination for
hikers and travelers from all around the world. Don't miss
it! You
can choose from a variety of ways to hike Copper Canyon
with us. You can choose to join one of our scheduled hikes
(listed below), or you can book a private trip, where you
design your own hiking tour by telling
us what you want and when you want it.
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Copper Canyon: Batopilas Leg of the
Silver Trail |
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Type:
Backpacking Trip |
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Start Dates |
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Difficulty: Strenuous
(trip
ratings) |
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November 17, 2008 |
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Length:
7
days/6 nights |
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Total
Miles: 40 miles |
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Price:
$1575 |
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For information on upcoming scheduled
trips, please see our
tour calendar |
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 This
year's trip follows the canyon sections of the newly
rediscovered and historic Silver Trail (Ruta de Plata)
from La Laja into Batopilas with the actual guides who
rediscovered and mapped it!See the canyons literally from
top to bottom on ancient Tarahumara trails. Expect perfect
weather (dare we say that?), amazing vistas and great
opportunities for birding, exploring the natural and
cultural history of the area and some real adventure. The
route takes in some incredibly remote backcountry that has
seen few outsiders during the past 100 years-- since the
last Mining Company mule trains made their final
treks during the early days of the Mexican Revolution.
The group assembles in
Chihuahua City (American, Continental and Aero
Mexico all fly in there) and after a night in Chihuahua
heads to Creel and then the Sierra Lodge at Cusarare which
serves as the staging area. An afternoon hike, packing gear
and then a leisurely supper under oil lamp light will leave
everyone ready to hit the trail the following day.
A shuttle takes the group
first to the historic Silver Trail station at La Laja and
then a bit further where we meet our pack burros and
Tarahumara arrieros who will carry much of our gear to allow
us to walk in comfort. The trek will cover some 40 miles
over the course of 6 days-- all through some of the most
spectacular canyon country in the sierra. The group will
visit the old station at Teboreachic and will travel through
several Tarahumara ranchos and small villages eventually
dropping some 5000 feet into the subtropical Batopilas
Canyon...and ultimately right into Batopilas.
 No previous experience is
required, but participants should be in good physical
condition. Trails are unmaintained and rugged with plenty
of uphill and downhill. We provide all backpacking gear,
food, transportation from Chihuahua and back as well as
lodging and meals in Batopilas, Cusarare and Chihuahua
(except for one supper in Chihuahua) as well pack animals
and American/local guides. The program originates in Chihuahua
on November 17 and returns in time for flights out on
November 25 in the morning
This is a "must do" adventure
for people who really want to see and experience the famous
and fabulous Copper Canyon!
What's Included?
- Every trip includes at
least one knowledgeable, professional, medically trained American wilderness guide
and local guides.
- Pack burros to carry the bulk of
the gear.
- All meals are
included from trail food (lunch) and dinner the first day through
breakfast and trail food the last day.
- Lodging in
Chihuahua City and the
Sierra Lodge at Cusarare
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Top-of-the-line tent, sleeping pad, sleeping bag, and technical
day pack
- You will receive a Lifetime Family Membership
entitling you to a lifetime discount of 10% off any trip after your
first one!
Where do we Meet?
We will rendezvous
in Chihuahua City, Mexico on day one. |
