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Trail Canyon Trail - Dark Canyon Wilderness
The Trail Canyon Trail - Dark Canyon #007 is 3.9 miles long and follows Trail Canyon into the Dark Canyon Wilderness. The trail begins at Forest Road #091 off of North Long Point. The trail ends when it intersects Dark Canyon Trail #006 at the bottom of Dark Canyon. This trail drops steeply through sandstone cliffs before following an intermittent stream to Dark Canyon and the perennial springs in Dark Canyon. This Trail is in designated wilderness. This trail is very steep and narrow with some rocky drop-offs and unstable surfaces. Be sure as a hiker or equestrian user that you are comfortable in this type of terrain.
For current conditions in the Dark Canyon Wilderness, our Dark Canyon Wilderness Recreation Page will have up to date information.
Elevation Change: 1368 feet
North East End (Road #091): 7,890 feet
South West End (Trail #006): 6,522 feet
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Trail conditions vary widely with weather events and during spring runoff. Check with the Monticello Ranger District for updated information. |
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| Usage: | Light |
| Best Season: | Spring, Fall |
| Restrictions: | Open to: Hiking and Horseback Riding (while horses are allowed they are not recommended due to the steep and rocky trail conditions). |
| Closest Towns: | Blanding and Monticello, UT |
| Water: | Water is only seasonally available in Trail Canyon. Users should carry water and purifying kit. |
| Restroom: | None |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
| Information Center: | Monticello Ranger District (435) 587-2041 |
General Information
Directions:From Blanding, travel south on US-191 for approximately 3.9 miles. Turn right onto UT-95 and continue approximately 6.3 miles. Turn right onto South Elks Road #092 and travel approximately 19.9 miles. Turn right onto Elk Ridge Road #088 and travel approximately 18.4 miles. Turn left onto Forest Road #091 (North Long Point) and travel 8.4 miles to Trail Canyon Trail #007.
General Notes:
Latitude: 37 51' 45.2"N
Longitude: 109 52' 43.0"W
Datum: NAD83
Postion Format: Degrees Minutes Seconds (hddd mm' ss.s")