Hell's Hole
- 6.4 mi
- round trip
- 975 ft
- climb
- 9,985 ft
- high point
- Out and back
- route
Is Hell's Hole open right now?
Alert in the area
The Forest Service lists 2 alerts for Fishlake National Forest.
PST 66 Rock Canyon Trail Temporarily Closed
Agency alert covering Fishlake National Forest · USFS · Fishlake National Forest
TERMINATION OF STAGE 1 FIRE RESTRICTION ORDER
Agency alert covering Fishlake National Forest · Order 0408-26-10 · USFS · Fishlake National Forest
As of · Source: USFS · Fishlake National Forest. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.
Hell's Hole is a hard hike in Utah's Fishlake National Forest, within the Fremont River Ranger District. The trail is an out-and-back of about 6.4 miles, with a one-way elevation gain of 975 feet, taking you from a low point of about 9,375 feet to a high of about 9,985 feet. The Forest Service manages the land, and the route is on natural surface, with biking allowed. The trail is open year-round, and the surrounding area offers plenty to pair with it. Cold Springs and Bare Spot, both mountain biking spots, sit within a few tenths of a mile. Sunglow Campground and the Fremont River, about 3.7 miles away, round out the options for an overnight stay or a paddle.
Local outfitters
- Sand Creek RV Park & Campground7 mi away
- Big Rock Candy Mountain42 mi away
Not on Roamze yet. Their page has how to reach them.
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