I've lost count of how many times I've walked West Fork in Oak Creek Canyon. The first few times, I went with a map and a plan to reach the narrows early in the day. Now I go without a plan. That's the whole point.The trail starts the same way every time, and I love that is has become familiar. Depending on how far out you go, the entire hike can take 2-3 hours. The parking lot is usually full very early.