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Utah
1.7 mi
Distance
287 ft
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Why you'll love it
Great Western Trail - Utah
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This short, accessible segment of the Great Western Trail offers a pleasant introductory hike through Utah's diverse terrain. With modest elevation gain and minimal distance, it's ideal for families and those seeking a quick outdoor escape. The trail provides a taste of the broader Great Western Trail system that spans multiple regions across Utah.
Mossy Cave
~18 min drive
<p>Mossy Cave is in the northern section of the park, located on Highway 12, approximately 4 miles east of the intersection of Highways 12 and 63. Look for a small parking area on the right-hand side immediately after crossing a little bridge. The Mossy Cave itself is at the e…
Pine Lake Trail
~1 min drive
Easy, scenic 0.57-mile walk to Pine Lake with minimal elevation gain.
Burro Canyon Trail
~2 min drive
Scenic 7-mile canyon hike with modest elevation gain through Utah desert terrain.
Water Canyon Trail
~9 min drive
Moderate canyon trail with 2,175 ft gain near Water Canyon, Utah.
Mossy Cave Trailhead Wayside
~18 min drive
Two upright panels are here near the parking lot; the first is the orientation to Bryce Canyon with full park map. The second provides details about our location here at Mossy Cave.<br /> <br /> <strong>Bryce Canyon Orientation Wayside</strong><br /> Since no river runs throug…
Powell Point Trail
~7 min drive
Easy 1.48-mile out-and-back with 422 ft elevation gain and scenic views.
Henderson Canyon Trail
~3 min drive
Moderate 8.76-mile canyon hike with gentle elevation gain in central Utah.
White Creek Trail
~20 min drive
Easy 5.24-mile creek-side walk with minimal elevation gain.
Water Canyon wayside
~19 min drive
Listen to the rushing stream. For many plants and animals it is the sound of life, yet it is also the sound of rapid change. In 1892, water for the town of Tropic was diverted into this once seasonal drainage, transforming Water Canyon into one of the fastest eroding areas of…
Ruby Rim Loop
~21 min drive
Easy 2.3-mile rim loop with minimal elevation gain near Ruby, Utah.
