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The trail ascends over 1300 feet to the top of the mesa. Along the way it runs along the spines of the Mancos badlands up into the Ferron sandstone cap on the mesa itself. The trail is marked by cairns...

Recommended Users: Hikers. Singletrack trail. 0.07 miles in length. Difficulty: Moderate. The North entrance trail is a short but steep trail that leads from the Kiosk near the parking area and heads north to the north entrance of Bloomington Cave...

Much of the area is characterized by plateaus or benches and canyons. The Escalante River has cut a deep, winding canyon from west to east.The area is large and geographically complex. It is associated with a section of the Escalante...

The North Fork Virgin River Merriam's Turkey Viewing Area consists of a stream that runs through small meadows interspersed with forest. Streamside vegetation is composed of cottonwood and willows, while uplands are primarily piсon-juniper and Gambel oak stands with scattered...

Hikers entering the internationally renowned Virgin River Narrows hiking trail in Zion must first traverse this WSA, with scenery very similar to what they will encounter upon reaching the Park portion of the hiking route. The bald eagle and peregrine...

"North Fork of the Virgin River originates at Cascade Falls, waters from Navajo Lake. This section enters the Deep Creek Wilderness on its eastern border and exits its southern border and flows into Zion National P ark. This creek is...

The North Oquirrh Management Area is located adjacent to subdivisions near Tooele, Utah. This area was acquired through a series of land exchanges in the 1990s to protect important resource values such as high value watershed, crucial winter range for...

Recommended Users: Mountain Bikers, Hikers. Singletrack trail. 2.1 miles in length. Difficulty: More Difficult. A classic single track with a mix of dirt, rock, trees, and exposure. Like the Windmill Trail, the rim offers great views.

The North Stansbury WSA, which encompasses 10,480 acres, is 40 miles west of Salt Lake City. The WSA is north of the Deseret Peak Wilderness managed by the Wasatch-Cache National Forest. The north-south trending Stansbury Mountain range is typical of...

State Route 95, Utahs Bicentennial Highway, runs through North Wash toward the northern end of Lake Powell. Aside form the highway traffic, the most likely reason most folks visit North Wash is to climb, hike, and canyoneer. The highway offers...

Notch Peak can be found in the House Range Complex in Utah's West Desert. Managed by the BLM Fillmore Field Office, it is enjoyed for its hiking, dispersed camping (no formalized fire rings or structures), and wildlife viewing.

Notch Peak is a distinct landmark in west-central Utah, and can be visible for 70 miles. A precipice of almost 3,000 feet high on the west side of the peak has a shallow groove at the top, giving the mountain...

"The headwaters of this creek are on private lands north of the BLM sections. This spectacular section of the stream contains world class features such as deeply incised canyons hundreds of feet deep, large waterfalls, deep plunge pools and awesome...

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...

Overview Campsites with spectacular views of the Colorado River that accommodate tents only (no trailers or large vehicles). Individual sites are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. The campsites offer more secluded sites and beautiful views of the Colorado River...

U.S. Highway 91 (“Old Highway 91”) U.S. Highway 91 was the first paved interstate highway to be constructed through southern Utah during the 1920s. Until the construction of Interstate I-15 through the Virgin River Gorge in the 1970s, all travel...

Wagon travel on the Northern Route of the Old Spanish Trail began in 1847, when the first Mormon settlement in Utah Territory was established east of the Great Salt Lake. Exploration parties were immediately sent by church leaders to identify...

In December 2002, the Old Spanish Trail was designated a National Historic Trail by Congress. The Trail is jointly managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the National Park Service (NPS), working in partnership with other federal, state...

The Old Spanish Trail is an historical trade route that connected the northern New Mexico settlements of (or near) Santa Fe, New Mexico with those of Los Angeles, California and southern California. Approximately 700 mi (1,100 km) long, the trail...

Recommended Users: Mountain Bikers, Hikers. Singletrack. 1 mile in length Difficulty: Extremely Difficult. The Old Wood Road earned its namesake after it was built by pioneers to access Grafton Mesa from the town below. You can still see remnants of...

A system of equestrian trails along Highway 128.

Orderville Canyon offers an excellent wilderness experience with plant and animal life similar to Moquith Mountain WSA. Orderville Canyon and its tributaries are becoming increasingly popular among canyoneers, who marvel at the variety and splendor of several slot canyon drops...

While hiking in Orderville Gulch, you experience sheer cliffs that tower overhead. If you plan to travel the entire length of the canyon, you will need experience using ropes to down-climb, or rappel 15 feet. You will also need a...

The St. George Field Office has completed rehabilitation of a mid-19th century Mormon pioneer residence for adaptive re-use. This small sandstone masonry house was built in 1863 for the Orson B. Adams family, in the now abandoned Mormon agricultural settlement...

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...

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’ll...

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’ll want...

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...

Iron Hills Trail System: 30 miles Recommended uses: mountain biking, hiking, and trail running Difficulty: beginner, intermediate and advanced The "C" Overlook is a historically significant trailhead and scenic overlook located on the east side of Cedar City, Utah. This...

Page under construction Located in a broad, arid, north-south trending valley in the Great Basin Physiographic Region, the Pahvant Valley encompasses most of southeastern Millard County, Utah. Its extent is defined by the Pahvant Range to the east and the...

In addition to the Richfield Field Office routes, 974 miles of this extensive ATV trail system is managed in conjunction with the Forest Service, State Parks and private landowners. This trail system is a significant regional destination for individual and...

The Paiute Wilderness (87,900 acres) in Arizona, is managed by the Bureau of Land Management. In 1984, the Paiute Wilderness became part of the now over 109 million acre National Wilderness Preservation System established by the Wilderness Act of 1964...

The 87,900-acre Paiute Wilderness, several miles southwest of St. George, Utah, dominates the northwest portion of the Arizona Strip. It is separated from the Beaver Dam Mountains Wilderness to the north by Interstate 15. The Virgin Mountains form the backbone...

Overview The 112,500-acre Paria Canyon-Vermilion Cliffs Wilderness lies approximately 10 miles west of Page, Arizona in Coconino County, Arizona and Kane County, Utah. Nationally known for its beauty, the Paria Canyon has towering walls streaked with desert varnish, huge red...

The Paria Contact Station is a seasonally staffed information center primarily focused on assisting guests visiting the Paria Canyon-Vermilion Cliffs Wilderness, Vermilion Cliffs National Monument, and nearby sites within the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument. The station also serves as a...

The varied terrain includes plateaus, benches, a portion of The Cockscomb ridge, scattered sand dunes, rock knobs and domes, and natural arches.All of the portion recommended for wilderness designation is of outstanding scenic quality. The Paria River marks the eastern...

The varied terrain includes plateaus, benches, a portion of The Cockscomb ridge, scattered sand dunes, rock knobs and domes, and natural arches.All of the portion recommended for wilderness designation is of outstanding scenic quality. The Paria River marks the eastern...

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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...

The Parowan Gap is an incredible area with a plethora of prehistorical and historical values. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Parowan Gap includes many petroglyphs of native people, as well as markings from Spanish explorers and...

This expanse of public land offers stunning canyon vistas and a unique hiking opportunity. By following the East Fork of the Virgin River, you can hike over ten miles through the canyons into the east side of Zion National Park...

A geologic curiosity - rare in Utah - the "Woodpile" is a cluster of lava logs formed about 30 million years ago during the Eocene Period. The "logs" were formed when a lava flow cooled into orderly columnar joints having...

Peek-A-Boo, also commonly known as Red Canyon, is an easy, short hike (0.7 miles round trip) into one of the most beautiful slot canyons in the area. The stunning orange, sandstone walls make an amazing backdrop for photographs. In the...

The Peek-A-Boo Staging Area is a large, graveled parking area with picnic tables, fire pits, and a Kanab Field Office Transportation Map on the kiosk. It is used to access the Peek-A-Boo slot canyon and the surrounding area. For more...

Pelican Lake Recreation Area is located at 4,800 feet and has 13 campsites, 3 of which are big enough for large families or groups. Pelican Lake is well-known for the outstanding bluegill and bass fishing. Bird-watching is a popular pastime...

Mt. Pennell is the second highest peak in the Henry Mountains. Several deep canyons cut the sides of the mountain, which on the higher slopes supports oak, Ponderosa pine, subalpine fir, spruce, Douglas fir, and aspen. Four distinct biological life...

Steep walled canyons, mesas, benches, natural bridges, and arches characterize the area.The lower Calf Creek Falls trail in Calf Creek Canyon includes the area of the Calf Creek Canyon between the Lower Falls and the campground. This portion of Calf...

The Pilot mountain range is located north of the community of West Wendover, Utah. This prominent mountain range runs SSW to NNE with several rugged canyons spurring off the ridgeline. The most prominent feature is Pilot Peak with an elevation...

Located within the Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument co-managed by the National Park Service and Bureau of Land Management, Pine Ranch is typical of the small, family-owned cattle operations that co-existed on the remote and isolated Arizona Strip from the last...

The Pine Spring Kiosk offers an unimproved staging area and a map kiosk. Water and other amenities are not available. This area is also used for grazing. Please be cautious and respectful of the wildlife and range improvements.