Kane Gulch Ranger Station (Grand Gulch)

What To See And Do: This is an area where cultural resources are found in primitive and wilderness-like settings. Most canyons and cultural sites can only be reached by hiking or backpacking. The Ranger Station is the trailhead to Kane Gulch and Grand Gulch. It is 4 miles to the junction of Kane and Grand Gulch and the trail drops approximately 600 feet in elevation. At this intersection, you can view a cliff dwelling called Junction Ruin. If you decide to continue, in the next mile you can see Turkey Pen Ruin and Stimper Arch. From Kane Gulch ranger station to Stimper Arch is 10 miles round trip. That's about a full day hike for most people, especially because you'll want to take time to explore the cultural sites and take some pictures. There is a day hike fee of $2.00, and you will need a backcountry permit to hike into these remote areas. Permits, maps and other information may be obtained from the Ranger Station or the BLM Monticello Field Office.

How To Get There: The Kane Gulch Ranger Station is located along Utah Highway 261 about four miles south of Highway 95, not far from Natural Bridges National Monument.

Contact Information: For more information, contact BLM Monticello Field Office, 365 North Main, PO Box 7, Monticello, Utah 84535. Telephone: 435-587-1500.