Looking for Late March Utah 4-5 Day Trip ideas

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Looking to plan a 4-6 day backpacking trip in Utah in late March. Last March I did the crack in the wall into Coyote gulch and it was amazing. The weather was very mild (we were very lucky) there was plenty of water and so much terrain to explore. I am looking for another route in this area to try or a new route in Utah that is similar this time of year in terms of weather and water availability. Love the canyon traverses. But I want something very very very remote. Even in coyote gulch in early spring last year we ran into many groups. Does anyone have any ideas?
 
Literally any other trip you do will be less crowded than coyote gulch, so I wouldn't worry too much about seeing fewer people this year. Most trips have less water though, and the trips with good water can have very cold wading
 
Experience? Walk in or climbing involved, Slickrock walking, route finding across slickrock, etc......... Many factors to places to go....some which can get the unprepared and unimformed in trouble.
 
Bob said:
Experience? Walk in or climbing involved, Slickrock walking, route finding across slickrock, etc......... Many factors to places to go....some which can get the unprepared and unimformed in trouble.
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We’re very prepared for any of that! Have spent a lot of time in the backcountry but mostly in Arizona and canyonlands so looking for something different.
 
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RyanP said:
Literally any other trip you do will be less crowded than coyote gulch, so I wouldn't worry too much about seeing fewer people this year. Most trips have less water though, and the trips with good water can have very cold wading
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Thanks that’s great to know!
 
but also James and Amy have done some hella remote stuff
doingmiles.com

Doing Miles – with Amy and James

We, Amy and James, have benefited greatly from backpacking trip reports and have published this site to return the favor. DoingMiles is about our human-powered travels: we hike frequently, bike occasionally, and have taken one long canoe trip. Our reports are categorized under the Trip...
doingmiles.com doingmiles.com
and of course this site. tons of multi-date trip reports here.
 
The following areas immediately come to mind for fantastic remote hikes without the crowds: Dark Canyon Loop, The Maze, Fish/Owl Loop. Like Coyote Gulch, all have their challenges, but are not technical.

However, one issue this year in many areas could be accessing reliable water. 2025 is currently on course to be very dry in south-eastern Utah, so it may be necessary to plan backcountry hikes accordingly. (2025 data shown below, alongside Max, Min, Median over the past 40 years)
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TrailScot said:
The following areas immediately come to mind for fantastic remote hikes without the crowds: Dark Canyon Loop, The Maze, Fish/Owl Loop. Like Coyote Gulch, all have their challenges, but are not technical.

However, one issue this year in many areas could be accessing reliable water. 2025 is currently on course to be very dry in south-eastern Utah, so it may be necessary to plan backcountry hikes accordingly. (2025 data shown below, alongside Max, Min, Median over the past 40 years)
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What link did you use to get this plot?
 
Per the excellent recommendations on previous posts, Steve Allen's books are the best source for trip ideas and planning. With the minimal rainfall so far this year, be prepared to carry a lot of water and know for certain where your next reliable source will be. Also, please keep in mind that if you run into trouble in the remote southern Utah back-country, outside assistance is not guaranteed.

James and Amy
 
can't add anything, but... you might want to check out Jamal Green www.acrossutah.com. But beware, you can get lost on his website and YouTube channel. Great inspiration. Once you know where you (might) want to go, Steve Allen is the place to get
your information.
 
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