The Crack at Wet Beaver Creek
Rimrock, Arizona
Address: | Nf 618 A, Rimrock, AZ 86335, USA |
GPS: |
34°40'26.8"N 111°42'50.8"W Maps | Directions |
State: | Arizona |
Trails/Routes: | 7.1 mi |
Rivers Rocks
Dive, Hike, Horseback, and Swim
The Crack is a popular swimming hole found by hiking the Bell Trail down to Wet Beaver Creek. After following the trail for about 3.5 miles away from the parking lot, take a detour to the left just before crossing the creek. From there, you will find the area known as The Crack, with water that is typically crystal clear, and rocks high enough to jump from. The Bell Trail winds along near the creek for most of the way, with side trails that will take you to the water periodically. The first time the trail crosses the river is just below The Crack, so if you're still looking for it, you've gone too far!Â
Most of the hike is through rocky red desert terrain, so be sure to bring plenty of water, extra sunscreen, and maybe a hat to protect from the hot sun. Never jump into water if you're not sure how deep it is.
Horses and their riders can access this trail by taking the Bruce Brockett Trail; there is trailer parking at the trailhead for the Bruce Brockett Trail.
Mapped Route/Trail Distances
Bell Trail to the Crack at Wet Beaver Creek | 7.1 miles Round Trip |
More Information
Be courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
Read MoreDirections
From Rimrock, Arizona
- Head north on Pusher St/
Thunderhead Trail toward E Valley Vista Rd Continue to follow Thunderhead Trail(0.1 mi) - Turn left onto E Valley Vista Rd (0.1 mi)
- Turn right onto N Lookout Point Rd (0.1 mi)
- Turn left at the 1st cross street onto N Montezuma Ave/
E Montezuma Lake Ave (489 ft) - Turn left onto County Rd 77/
E Beaver Creek Rd Continue to follow County Rd 77(1.8 mi) - Turn right onto the Interstate 17 N ramp to Flagstaff (0.2 mi)
- Merge onto I-17 N (5.4 mi)
- Take exit 298 for State Hwy 179 N toward Sedona (0.2 mi)
- Turn right onto Forest Service Rd 618 (2.1 mi)
- Turn left onto Nf 618 A (436 ft)
Parking is in the lot just in front of the visitor center. Visitors with trailers or horses are encouraged to use the Bruce Brockett Trailhead parking lot to park, and use the Bruce Brockett trail to connect with the Bell Trail instead of parking at the Bell Wet Beaver Trailhead.Â
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Trails
Distance ?
7.1 miles Round TripElevation Gain ?
244 feetReal Ascent ?
932 feetReal Descent ?
688 feetAvg Grade (1°)
1%Grade (-39° to 33°)
-82% to 65%Elevation differences are scaled for emphasis. While the numbers are accurate, the cut-away shown here is not to scale.
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