Squaw Canyon

Wooden Shoe Canyon to Lost Canyon Loop Trail

~0 min drive

This loop hike is a bit more challenging, with one ladder and some difficult sections of climbing between the two canyons. Roundtrip Distance: 8.7 mi (14 km) Time: 4-6 hrs Overall Elevation Change: 404 ft (123 m) Cumulative elevation gain on this route is much greater.…

Peekaboo Trail

~0 min drive

This trail crosses both Wooden Shoe and Lost Canyons on its way to Salt Creek Canyon, passing along high slickrock benches with spectacular views. Roundtrip Distance: 10.8 mi (17.4 km) Time: 5-6 hrs Overall Elevation Change: 429 ft (131 m) Cumulative elevation gain on this…

Chesler Park Loop and Joint Trail

~2 min drive

This trail provides many great panoramas of the Needles formations. The Joint Trail winds through deep, narrow fractures in the rock. Roundtrip Distance: 10.7 mi (17.2 km) Time: 5-7 hrs Overall Elevation Change: 615 ft (187 m) Cumulative elevation gain on this route is much…

Needles Main Park Road

~1 min drive

5.37-mile out-and-back trail in Utah with 264 ft elevation gain.

Big Spring Canyon to Wooden Shoe Canyon Loop Trail

~0 min drive

A great introduction to the landscape of The Needles, this route connects two canyons for a loop across varied terrain. Roundtrip Distance: 7.5 mi (12 km) Time: 3-4 hrs Overall Elevation Change: 478 ft (146 m) Cumulative elevation gain on this route is much greater.…

Chesler Park Viewpoint Trail

~2 min drive

Discover stunning views of the sandstone spires that characterize the Needles. Roundtrip Distance: 5.8 mi (9.3 km) Time: 3-4 hrs Overall Elevation Change: 533 ft (162 m) Cumulative elevation gain on this route is much greater. Difficulty: Strenuous Hike Description: This…

Druid Arch Trail

~2 min drive

Encounter spectacular rock formations on this unique trail. Roundtrip Distance: 10.8 mi (17.4 km) Time: 5-7 hrs Overall Elevation Change: 503 ft (153 m) Cumulative elevation gain on this route is much greater. Difficulty: Strenuous Hike Description: This trail offers one of…

Big Spring Canyon to Elephant Canyon Loop Trail

~0 min drive

This loop features extended hiking on slickrock benches and mesa tops overlooking canyons. Excellent views of sheer cliff walls and other rock formations. Roundtrip Distance: 10.5 mi (16.9 km) Time: 4-6 hrs Overall Elevation Change: 443ft (135m) Cumulative elevation gain on…

Lower Lost Hiker

~4 min drive

2.06-mile out-and-back trail in Utah with 659 ft gain.

Canyonlands' Cave Spring Trail

~5 min drive

This is the trailhead for a short, 0.6-mile (1 km) loop leading to a historic cowboy camp and prehistoric rock markings. You will climb two ladders to complete the route. Roundtrip Distance: 0.6 mi (1 km) Time: 45 min Elevation Change: 67 ft (20 m) Difficulty: Easy Hike…