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Located just outside of Moab on the road to Dead Horse Point and Canyonlands Island in the Sky District. The hiking trail is 3 miles long and leads to an elongated arch (locally called a "tunnel").
Located within the Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument, Witch Pool is a public use site located on the northeast side of Mt. Trumbull. It may be the location of John Wesly Powell's visit with Southern Paiutes in 1870. Several petroglyphs are...
Westwater Group Site picnic tables underneath shade shelter and tent camping area.
Overview Welcome to the wild and remote canyons and rivers of Eastern Utah. The Westwater Group Site is located next to the Westwater Ranger Station; the take-out for the Ruby-Horsethief and put-in for the Westwater Canyon sections of the Colorado...
Take Out Boat Ramp is the primary exit point or take out ramp used by boaters who are floating the "Colorado River Daily". It can also be used as a launch point for a more mellow "flatwater" stretch of river...
Skylight Arch trailhead is near the intersection of Temple Mountain Rd and Goblin Valley Rd. The hike climbs up a slick rock spine from the wash below to a cave visible from the road.
The Upper Black Boxes can be deadly and should only be attempted by experienced hikers. This route includes miles of wading and swimming through San Rafael River gorge with walls 400 feet high and 25 feet wide in places
This 4X4 route travels the Colorado River Canyon just below Moab, follows a spectacular part of Kane Springs Canyon, climbs the Kane Creek anticline to Hurrah Pass, and descends to benches above the Colorado River. The route dead-ends about 400...
Backcountry dirt roads intersect Interstate highway system here. From the exit 131 camping area go north for Buckhorn Draw, Swasey’s Leap, or the Wedge and go south for Temple Mountain, Sid’s Cabin, Head of Sinbad, Hondu Arch, and Hidden Splendor...
Swing Bridge trailhead serves as the take out for those wishing to hike or float through the Little Grand Canyon. The trailhead is located near the Swing Bridge campground. This hike explores the San Rafael river as it cuts through...
Visitors to lower range creek come for many reasons, to enjoy a hike in a wilderness setting, view wildlife, and experience a connection to the past by viewing intact remnants of the prehistoric Fremont occupation of the area. The BLM...
This area is the most popular stop along the famous Labyrinth Canyon flat water trip. The canyon offers river camping, a deep canyon hike and canyoneering opportunities. Be aware of flash flood conditions in all desert canyons.
Recommended Users: Hikers. 2.7 miles in length. Difficulty: Moderate. From Squirrel Canyon Trailhead, follows sand trail along Short Creek, continues past the Squirrel Canyon trail turn off.
Settled by Mormon pioneers in 1865, a few foundations and a cemetery are all that remain. In the 1930's, many western movies were filmed in the vicinity and movie fans may recognize the colorful outcrops and distinctive rock features along...
Eardley Canyon trailhead offers primitive camping, and access to technical canyoneering routes. Non-technical hikers can hike 2.5 miles to the Amazing Pool with out gear.
Located at the Buckhorn Intersection, picnic tables, pit vault toilets, and a building covered with information and maps about what to do and where to go in the north part of the San Rafael Swell. Good place to unload ATVs...
Length of Hike: This is a 3 mile long foray into the heart of the Richardson Amphitheater. Type of Hike: The trail is constructed and marked with cairns. Area Attractions: The trail is located very near the Colorado River, and...
This remote 37,030-acre wilderness is a 12-mile long stretch of the Grand Wash Cliffs. St. George, Utah the largest town in the area (approx. 76,000 people) is 36 air miles north of the wilderness. Filled with rugged canyons, scenic escarpments...
Visitors to the Buckhorn Wash panel enjoy viewing one of the most spectacular examples of Barrier Canyon style rock art. The ghostly red figures here stand watch over the San Rafael River. The site includes both painted (Pictographs) and pecked...
Activities: Hiking and Horseback Riding Connector Trail Distance: 850 feet (one way) single-track Trail Difficulty: Easy Connects the Prospector Trail, Cordura Trail, and White Reef Trail. Connector Trail Description: The Adams Trail is accessible from the White Reef Trailhead. Follow...
One mile after the Navajo Sandstone sign on the side of the road after entering Buckhorn Draw, there is a pull-out on the right. Park there and cross the road and scramble up the sandstone ledge there. On top and...
Closest slot canyon to Price, if you don’t have time to drive to Little Wild Horse or Chute Canyons, this might do the trick. A rutted two track road headed north off of the road down Buckhorn Draw just a...
Trailhead for the "One-Day Ride, Amasa Basin". A Kiosk with a map is posted at the entrance. Trails and points-of-interest are identified on the map with trail difficulty levels and different routes identified. The one-day ride offers some beautiful scenery...
Length of Hike: 2.1 miles, round-trip (semi-loop); allow about 2 hours round-trip. Type of Hike: Marked primitive trail Area Attractions: Spectacular views across Hell Roaring Canyon to a large natural arch. Close to several BLM campgrounds, and to Canyonlands National...
Antelope Springs was a former Civilian Conservation Corps camp site that was used as a recreational facility by inmates at the Topaz, Utah camp. The 19,000 acre facility opened in the summer of 1943. Organized youth groups as well as...
Recommended Users: Mountain Bikers, Hikers. Singletrack trail. 2.5 miles in length. Difficulty: Moderate/Easiest. More Cowbell Trail is a short loop that circles the rim of a small mesa. To reach the start of the trail, take Dead Ringer Trail for...
Activities: Hiking, Biking, Horseback Riding Connector Trail Distance: 1,200 feet (one way) two-track Trail Difficulty: Easy Connects the White Reef Trail, Leeds Reef Trail, and Tipple Trail. Visitors may create a 3.2 mile clock-wise loop by taking the White Reef...
Otter Creek has an activity for almost everyone. The cold, clear water of this large reservoir offers year-round fishing for rainbow trout. For wildlife watchers, numerous waterfowl, raptors, deer, antelope, and elk abound. If you re an ATV rider, you...
Activities: Hiking, Biking, Horseback Riding Trail Distance: 0.27 miles (one way) single-track Trail Difficulty: Easy Trail Description: The Cordura Trail is accessible via the 260 foot McMullin connector trail, shortly after passing the stepover gate at the White Reef Trailhead...
The Joe's Valley Bouldering Area offers world class bouldering opportunities with over 188 bouldering sites and 9.7 miles of social trails in the area. There are an abundance of activities to participate in nearby. This campground is located west of...
This hike requires multiple river crossings. Explore this lush, shapely canyon as far as you desire and return the same way. The trailhead is on the east side of Escalante. Head north from the cemetary for .25 miles, then turn...
Length of Hike: 3.27 miles one-way to top of pass Type of Hike: Primitive trail for hiking and equestrian use, marked by rock cairns Area Attractions: Great views of the Priest and Nuns, Castle Rock, Adobe Mesa, Professor Valley and...
Recommended Users: Mountain Bikers, Hikers. Singletrack trail. 3 miles in length. Difficulty: Moderate/Easiest. This trail is easy flowing singletrack through rolling desert hills. The terrain is classic black brush community desert with some great views of the surrounding mesas—like Mollie’s...
Recommended Users: Mountain Bikers, Hikers. Singletrack trail. 2.4 miles in length. Difficulty: Moderate/Easiest. Gould’s Trail is rolling singletrack through soft desert soils. It wends its way down the side of a desert mesa, dropping about 250 feet in elevation from...
Recommended Users: Mountain Bikers, Hikers. Singletrack trail. 0.78 miles in length. Difficulty: Moderate/More Difficult. From the trailhead, follow the Cove Wash West Trail (an existing two-track) until it drops into Cove Wash. Turn left into the wash to follow the...
Recommended Users: Equestrians, Hikers, Mountain Bikers. Two-track trail. 1 mile in length. Difficulty: Easy/Easiest. The Lower Graveyard Trail is an old road that follows sections of the Graveyard Wash.
Activities: Hiking, Biking, Horseback Riding Trail Distance: 0.3 miles (one way) single track Trail Difficulty: Easy Trail Description The Een’oog Trail follows the rim of the geographic formation known as Land Hill. Numerous petroglyphs are accessible for viewing along this...
Activities: Hiking, Biking, Horseback Riding Trail Distance: 1.6 miles (one way) single-track Trail Difficulty: Moderate Trail Description: The White Reef Trail begins at the White Reef Trailhead in the Red Cliffs Recreation Area. This trail is an old two-track, possibly...
Recommended Users: Equestrians, Hikers, Mountain Bikers. Singletrack trail. 0.4 miles in length. Difficulty: Easy/Easiest (IMBA Trail Difficulty Rating System). The Upper Graveyard Trail is the main access into the Santa Clara/Land Hill ACEC area of the Santa Clara River Reserve...
Oak Grove Cabin is located in the Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument, co-managed with the National Park Service. In 1879, the Canaan Company established a dairy ranch at Oak Grove. The remains of Oak Grove are an abandoned house in clearing...
The Corona Arch Trail was designated as a National Recreation Trail on May 30, 2018. The trail is a moderately strenuous 3 mile round trip hike to the spectacular Corona Arch. There are a few sections of the trail with...
Remember your OUTDOOR ETHICS when enjoying your public lands. Please RECREATE RESPONSIBLY. Overview The beautiful Cedar Mesa sandstone monoliths, pinnacles and other geological features of this enchanting area are known as a Miniature Monument Valley. These sandstone sentinels were eroded...
Overview Campsites are located along the banks of the Colorado River, nestled between massive canyon walls. Individual sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. The campground accommodates tents and small RVs only. This location is popular due to its...