Wire Pass is a short, dramatic slot that feeds into Buckskin Gulch on the Paria Plateau—among the Southwest’s deepest narrows systems. From the House Rock Valley Road trailhead a sandy wash walk reaches towering walls in under two miles. Day-use permits are required; flash-flood risk is real—check weather and never enter on storm threat.
Field facts
| Region | Coconino County, AZ |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 37.0225, -112.0146 |
| Hike | Short |
| Feature | Slot canyon |
| Permit | Required day-use (BLM Paria Canyon-Vermilion Cliffs) |
| Photogenic | High |
| Access | House Rock Valley Rd dirt; high-clearance recommended when wet |
| Fee | $6/person day-use permit |
| Best season | Mar-Nov (spring/fall preferred) |
| Agency | BLM |
Nearby locations
Nearby amenities
- Rec areaWire Pass2.2 km away
- TrailheadWire Pass Trailhead2.2 km away
- RestroomToilet2.3 km away
- CampgroundStateline Campground3.7 km away
- TrailheadArizona Trail Trailhead - Stateline3.7 km away
- RestroomToilet3.8 km away
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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