Utah · Hiking · Near Monticello

Allen Canyon Trail (453)

3.4 mi
round trip
224 ft
climb
6,270 ft
high point
Out and back
route
Mar–Jun, Sep–Oct
best months

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Alert in the area

The Forest Service lists an alert for Monticello Ranger District.

As of · Source: USFS · Monticello Ranger District. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

Allen Canyon Trail (453) is a 3.4-mile out-and-back hike in the Monticello Ranger District of Manti-La Sal National Forest in Utah, managed by the Forest Service. The trail rises about 224 feet from a low point of 6,037 feet to a high of 6,270 feet, and it is rated moderate. The route is on natural surface, and horses are allowed. Bikes are not. The trail is open year-round. For comfortable weather, aim for late spring or early fall. Typical averages from a nearby weather station in Blanding show May highs around 72°F and September highs around 78°F, with July peaking near 89°F. Nearby options include Chippean Ridge Trail, about 2.6 miles away, and Posey Canyon, about 3.6 miles away. Nizhoni campground sits about 4.6 miles off, and the Blanding climbing area is about 7 miles away.

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    Nizhoni

    Campground

    The next 7 weekends are full on Recreation.gov
  • Eat after

    Subway

    Fast food

    Open after 6
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