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A 2 mile round trip extension from Ramparts Trail. This Backcountry route includes the beautiful Shooting Star Waterfall
Located at 10,350 feet elevation, Cedar Breaks National Monument makes a nice reprieve from the summers heat found at Zion National Park and the Grand Canyon. Cedar Breaks is host to only two trails, the Ramparts Trail which includes Spectra Point and a circular 2 mile Alpine Pond Trail. The Bartizan Arch, a unique triple arch, rests at the western...
Three mile round trip hike on a maintained trail. Beautiful views of Noah's Ark and Vermillion Castle rock formations.
The origin of this namesake rock is as lost to history as the original Ark is lost to the world. It is presumed that much like the rock pinnacles of Zion National Park which were named by a traveling Methodist Minister who, on a whim, started naming the spires of Zion. Some early settler startled by the similarities of the shape started calling the...
A two mile round trip stroll through an alpine ecosystem and colorful amphitheater.
One of two maintained trails inside the Cedar Breaks National Monument the Alpine Pond Trail is a beautiful walk through an ecosystem that seems out of place next to the desert view of the amphitheater. Designed as an educational trail, a colorful brochure is available for purchase $1.00 based on the honor system at the trailhead. I found the brochure...
Two mile round trip hike along the rim of Cedar Breaks amphitheater.
Located at 10,350 feet elevation, Cedar Breaks National Monument makes a nice reprieve from the summers heat found at Zion National Park and the Grand Canyon. Cedar Breaks is host to only two trails, the Ramparts Trail which includes Spectra Point and a circular 2 mile Alpine Pond Trail. The National Monument makes up for the lack of "in-house"...
A 4 mile 3,200 foot decent through the Ashdown Gorge Wilderness Area to arrive at Rattlesnake Creek.
Just north of the Cedar Breaks National Monument boundary is the trailhead for Rattlesnake Trail. A 4 mile (one way)3,200 foot decent through the Ashdown Gorge Wilderness Area to arrive at Rattlesnake Creek. When the summer sun pushes daytime temperatures above 100 degrees in the desert parks of Zion National Park and the Grand Canyon; cooler temperatures...
A non-technical slot canyon of deep overhangs, waterfalls and shear limestone cliffs. Includes Flanigan Arch.
** 5/2012 update, work continues on hwy-14, still closed ** 3/2012 update, work on hwy-14 has finally started, but still closed. ** 2/2012 update, hwy-14 closed with June/July possible opening. ** 1/2012 update, hwy-14 still closed. As of 9/2011 a massive landslide has closed (destroyed) hwy-14 at the junction of Ashdown Gorge and Cedar Canyon....
Additional 2 mile round trip hike extending from Spectra Point along the rim of Cedar Breaks amphitheater
Located at 10,350 feet elevation, Cedar Breaks National Monument makes a nice reprieve from the summers heat found at Zion National Park and the Grand Canyon. Cedar Breaks is host to only two trails, the Ramparts Trail which includes Spectra Point and a circular 2 mile Alpine Pond Trail. The Ramparts portion of the trail starts at the end of...
Two mile round trip hike up steep switchbacks to a viewpoint at the base of Vermillion Castle Cliffs.
Appropriately named, Vermillion Castle, from a distance looks every bit a castle. Spires and towers, lofty ceilings and sloping buttresses, one would expect a golden carriage to arrive at any moment. The trail requires a lot of sacrifice on behalf of the hiker to arrive at the front door for a closer look.
Trips
One of the most common landmarks in Cedar City is the Red Hill. Standing out prominently against it's larger darker neighbors on the east side of town, the Red Hill is a means of navigation (drive east toward the Red Hill) and an immense source of beauty as the summer sunsets reflect off of it at dusk. Long played on by high school and college kids looking to add a little excitement...
Cedar Breaks National Monument - Rattlesnake Creek
Cedar Breaks National Monument, Utah, United States
Hiking | 8.3 miles (12.2 miles away)
Hiking | 8.3 miles (12.2 miles away)
We modified this hike a little since we didn't have time or a second shuttle vehicle to go all the way down Ashdown Gorge. Print out that guide and you will have all the info you need. The trail is very easy to follow. We made it our goal to get at least to Rattlesnake Creek, and I'm glad we did because the creek was a great place to rest and cool off our feet. At...
From I-15 take the second exit for Cedar City (either direction) and head east. At main street turn right then left on Center (next light) which is hwy-14. Drive up Cedar Canyon about 4 miles until you see a brown sign indicating Kolob Reservoir. Turn right. The next few miles is a beautiful mountain drive climbing up Right Hand Canyon road. Views become breathtaking as you pass the "C" trail, and a...
Spectra Point - Cedar Breaks National Monument
Cedar Breaks, Utah, United States
Hiking | 1.9 miles (13.1 miles away)
Hiking | 1.9 miles (13.1 miles away)
Located at 10,350 feet elevation, Cedar Breaks National Monument makes a nice reprieve from the summers heat found at Zion National Park and the Grand Canyon.Cedar Breaks is host to only two trails, the Ramparts Trail which includes Spectra Point and a circular 2 mile Alpine Pond Trail. The National Monument makes up for the lack of "in-house" trails by being the center of a host of hiking, mountain biking, horse and...
Since parking at the trailhead was $10 per vehicle, we decided to park at the church in town and walk to the trailhead. While Tara and I were waiting for Anthony, Arianne, and Kevin (they missed the exit), we decided to play around on this nifty playground toy.Anyway, on our third or fourth spin, Tara scraped her knee pretty good. Off to a great start.This hike came recommended by a cousin. About...
Bristlecone Pine Trail - Dixie National Forest
Cedar Mountain, Utah, United States
Hiking | 0.6 miles (13.9 miles away)
Hiking | 0.6 miles (13.9 miles away)
Along the windswept ridges of Cedar Mountain and part of the Dixie National Forest exist some of the oldest living things on Earth. The Bristlecone Pine trees "are thought to reach an age far greater than that of any other single living organism known, up to nearly 5,000 years". This easy 1/2 mile round trip allows you to walk among these ancient trees.
Peak 6278 - Three Peaks Recreation Area
Cedar City, Utah, United States
Hiking | 2.6 miles (8.7 miles away)
Hiking | 2.6 miles (8.7 miles away)
Peak 6278 is located in the Three Peaks Recreational Area near the cities of Enoch and Cedar City. From
I-15 take the middle interchange for Cedar City and proceed west on 200
North / Hwy - 56. Turn north on Lund Hwy and proceed to the Midvalley
Road (several miles). At Midvalley Road turn west again and drive the
3.2 miles to Three Peaks Recreational Area. Past the main parking which
includes...
Rocky Peak Trail - Three Peaks Recreation Area
Cedar City, Utah, United States
Hiking | 0.7 miles (8.9 miles away)
Hiking | 0.7 miles (8.9 miles away)
Rocky Peak Trail also known as Peak 6404 is located in the Three Peaks Recreational Area near the cities of Enoch and Cedar City. From I-15 take the middle interchange for Cedar City and proceed west on 200 North / Hwy - 56. Turn north on Lund Hwy and proceed to the Midvalley Road (several miles). At Midvalley Road turn west again and drive the 3.3 miles to Three Peaks Recreational Area. ...
Three Peaks Middle - Three Peaks Recreation Area
Cedar City, Utah, United States
Hiking | 2.4 miles (8.9 miles away)
Hiking | 2.4 miles (8.9 miles away)
Three Peaks Middle is located in the Three Peaks Recreational Area near the cities of Enoch and Cedar City. From
I-15 take the middle interchange for Cedar City and proceed west on 200
North / Hwy - 56. Turn north on Lund Hwy and proceed to the Midvalley
Road (several miles). At Midvalley Road turn west again and drive the
3.2 miles to Three Peaks Recreational Area. Past the main parking which
...
Ashdown Gorge - Dixie National Forest / BLM
North View, Utah, United States
Hiking | 5.9 miles (9.1 miles away)
Hiking | 5.9 miles (9.1 miles away)
Canyoneering is an adventure sport
quickly gaining in popularity. A combination of route finding, problem
solving, swimming, hiking, and in technical canyons; rappelling, create
an adventure not likely to be forgotten.
Ashdown Gorge is a non-technical canyon, no rappelling or swimming is
required. This slot canyon is often ignored because of the popular
canyons of Zion National Park and elsewere in the southwestern deserts
of Utah. Ironically Ashdown Gorge is...
Noah's Ark Trail - Dixie National Forest
Parowan, Utah, United States
Hiking | 3.0 miles (16.8 miles away)
Hiking | 3.0 miles (16.8 miles away)
The origin of this namesake rock is as lost to history as the
original Ark is lost to the world. It is presumed that much like the
rock pinnacles of Zion National Park which were named by a traveling
Methodist Minister who, on a whim, started naming the spires of Zion.
Some early settler startled by the similarities of the shape started
calling the large square summit Noah's Ark.
The...
