CEDAR CANYON NATURE PARK
In October 2000, Rocky Mountain Power/Pacificorp donated 22.6 majestic canyon acres in Cedar City, Utah to create a permanent wildlife rescue facility and nature park.
Nestled between beautiful red sandstone mountains, our goal is to provide a public educational facility dedicated to the environments’ represented by the Colorado Plateau and the Great Basin. The Cedar Canyon Nature Park sits on the transition point between the two unique ecosystems.
This site is the historical site of Southern Utah Power Co. which was built in 1952. Coal Creek flows through the center of the property year-round and includes a waterfall built by the CCC in the 1930’s.
Walking/Biking path
Campfire Concerts In the Canyon
In the spring of 2003 a paved walking and bicycle trail was built through this property with matching funds from Utah Division of Parks and Recreation and Cedar city, connecting the 23-acre nature park area to the city’s existing trail system.
Boy Scouts from Utah and Nevada have worked on a number of projects, including rehabilitation chambers, trail improvements, signs and a campfire program area. Each summer the SWF property is host to a free Campfire Concert in the Canyon series showcasing the Nature Park property and local musical talent in Southern Utah.
In 2012 over 320 volunteers hours accompanied $15,500 Cedar City RAP taxes and $10,000 George S. and Dolores Dore Eccles Foundation along with many other donations to build and install a 96’ long pedestrian bridge crossing Coal Creek connecting the Cedar Canyon Nature Park trailhead to the existing trail system.
We are currently working on fundraising for Phase VI: The construction of an Information Destination and ADA public restroom facilities. The location is planned along the existing city trail just south of our footbridge and west of our campfire program area. Projected construction planned for 2015/ 2016; for more information on this project coming soon.
We are happy to announce that our first $100,000 has been pledged for a Visitors Center which will begin upon completion of our Information Destination and ADA Public Restrooms facility. We are continuing to seek funding for both projects. If you would like to make a donation
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Wednesday, June 29, 2016
Wood’s Ranch Recreation Area & Kids Pond
Open late May through September. Located 12 miles east of Cedar City on Hwy- 14. Two pavilions are available for groups. A nice area for picnics, volleyball and hiking (Virgin River Rim Trailhead). The Kids Pond is available to kids 12 and under for free and must be accompanied by an adult with a valid Utah fishing license.
Park Discovery
On a hill just above Cedar City stands an assembly of wooden towers, mazes, slides, dinosaur digs, play volcanoes and rocket ships. This is Park Discovery, a fun, educational place where kids of all ages can learn and play. Concepts from over 4,000 local kids where integrated into the design concept of the park. Along with educational play elements, there’s an outdoor classroom, stage area, a separate play area for toddlers, handicap accessible ramps and swings and a ¾ paved walking trail that surrounds the park. To get to Park Discovery head west on Cross Hollow Road (I-15 Exit #57) to Royal Hunte Dr., turn right and go all the way to the top of the hill. On the left hand side you will see the Park Discovery next to the Iron County School District building. Park Discovery is open year round, weather permitting, every day from sun up to sun down. FREE. For more information call (435) 865-9223.
Cedar City Rock Church
Considered to be the crown jewel of Cedar City’s Historic Downtown. This ornate building was built in the early 1930’s from donated labor and local materials. Free tours are available mid June -mid Aug. on scheduled days. Tour schedule is usually posted on the building or call Kimbell Weaver at (435) 590-6758.
Old Irontown
Old Iron Town, located about 25 miles west of Cedar City, tells the incredible story of southern Utah’s historic mining industry. During the 1850’s, Mormon pioneer leader Brigham Young sent several families to the Cedar City area to establish an iron works. During the 1870’s, Iron City (Old Iron Town) was established as Iron County’s second attempt at mining iron. The establishment had a schoolhouse, blacksmith shop, a foundry and charcoal kiln. While Iron City seemed prosperous at the time, it only operated for seven years, closing due to the lack of sufficient transportation for the iron ore and the money panic of 1874.
While visiting the park, one can tour the ruins of the iron works and a preserved beehive shaped charcoal oven and stroll along the nature trail. Before embarking on your journey to Old Iron Town, visitors are strongly encouraged to first stop by the Frontier Homestead State Park Museum in Cedar City to obtain a better understanding of the area and to pick up a self guided tour brochure.
Hiking
There are two easy hikes through the Old Iron Town ruins. Also, several hiking trails can be found in the nearby Pine Valley section of Dixie National Forest. A list of Pine Valley hikes can be found at www.fs.fed.us/r4/dixie
Old Iron Town Ruins
A short ¼ mile trail with interpretive plaques describing the significance of the ruins including the kiln, furnace and foundry area and the Erastra (grinding stone).
Nature Trail
A short ¼ mile trail that includes information about the area’s vegetation and leads to the remnants of a pioneer cabin.
Fishing
Newcastle Reservoir is just 10 miles west of Old Iron Town along Hwy 56 (follow the signs). The lake is stocked with trout and bass. There is also unimproved camping areas and a boat ramp.
Mountain Meadow Historic Site
An interesting side trip for history buffs. Mountain Meadows is a memorial site for a massacre that occurred on September 11, 1857 between The Fancher Party Wagon Train and local settlers. To get there, head west on Hwy 56 to Hwy 18 and proceed south on Hwy 18 for about 10 miles to the site.
Getting There
From Cedar City head west on Hwy U-56 for approximately 20 miles. Turn south onto Old Iron Town Rd. Travel this gravel road for approximately five miles to the ruins located on the left hand side.
Distance From Cedar City
25 miles
Entrance Fees
Free. Open all year, daylight hours only.
Season/ Operation Hours
Old Iron Town is open year-round but use caution getting there in the winter months. Old Irontown is only open to the public during daylight hours. No staff are on the premises.
Camping
Old Iron Town has restrooms and a small, covered picnic area. There are no campgrounds however, primitive camping is available at Newcastle Reservoir further west and developed campgrounds are available in Cedar City.
More Info
Frontier Homestead State Park Museum
635 N. Main
Cedar City, UT 84720
435-586-9290
www.frontierhomestead.org
While visiting the park, one can tour the ruins of the iron works and a preserved beehive shaped charcoal oven and stroll along the nature trail. Before embarking on your journey to Old Iron Town, visitors are strongly encouraged to first stop by the Frontier Homestead State Park Museum in Cedar City to obtain a better understanding of the area and to pick up a self guided tour brochure.
Hiking
There are two easy hikes through the Old Iron Town ruins. Also, several hiking trails can be found in the nearby Pine Valley section of Dixie National Forest. A list of Pine Valley hikes can be found at www.fs.fed.us/r4/dixie
Old Iron Town Ruins
A short ¼ mile trail with interpretive plaques describing the significance of the ruins including the kiln, furnace and foundry area and the Erastra (grinding stone).
Nature Trail
A short ¼ mile trail that includes information about the area’s vegetation and leads to the remnants of a pioneer cabin.
Fishing
Newcastle Reservoir is just 10 miles west of Old Iron Town along Hwy 56 (follow the signs). The lake is stocked with trout and bass. There is also unimproved camping areas and a boat ramp.
Mountain Meadow Historic Site
An interesting side trip for history buffs. Mountain Meadows is a memorial site for a massacre that occurred on September 11, 1857 between The Fancher Party Wagon Train and local settlers. To get there, head west on Hwy 56 to Hwy 18 and proceed south on Hwy 18 for about 10 miles to the site.
Getting There
From Cedar City head west on Hwy U-56 for approximately 20 miles. Turn south onto Old Iron Town Rd. Travel this gravel road for approximately five miles to the ruins located on the left hand side.
Distance From Cedar City
25 miles
Entrance Fees
Free. Open all year, daylight hours only.
Season/ Operation Hours
Old Iron Town is open year-round but use caution getting there in the winter months. Old Irontown is only open to the public during daylight hours. No staff are on the premises.
Camping
Old Iron Town has restrooms and a small, covered picnic area. There are no campgrounds however, primitive camping is available at Newcastle Reservoir further west and developed campgrounds are available in Cedar City.
More Info
Frontier Homestead State Park Museum
635 N. Main
Cedar City, UT 84720
435-586-9290
www.frontierhomestead.org
Monday, June 13, 2016
Virgin River Rim Trail
The long Virgin River Rim Trail (bike/hike/horse trail) is broken down into three shorter hiking trails.
1. Cascade Falls Trailhead to Strawberry Ridge
2. Cascade Falls Trailhead to Te-ah Trailhead
3. Te-ah Trailhead to Webster Flat Road
1. Cascade Falls Trailhead to Strawberry Ridge
This section of the Virgin River Rim Trail is from Dry Valley (Cow Lake) to Strawberry Ridge (Strawberry Point). Along the trail enjoy a variety of evergreen trees including the earths oldest living thing - the Bristlecone pine tree and Cedar Breaks-like amphitheaters. This moderately difficult route is done as a one way hike with a shuttle setup. A section of the trail may be done as an out and back thus eliminating the need of a shuttle vehicle. The trail follows the Virgin River Rim in Dixie National Forest and affords views to the south of the expansive Zion National Park. The headwaters of the Virgin River are formed by Cascade Falls (Navajo Lake) and watershed of the southern slopes on this ridge. The trail generally travels in an west to easterly direction. At an average elevation of 8800', and traveling as high as 9200', the temperatures are a welcome reprieve in the summertime from the lower elevation hikes in the Southwest desert. As a one way hike, the distance is 8.25 miles, but some of the more interesting landmarks can be arrived at in about 3.5 miles, then by turning back to the trailhead, a total distance of 7 miles is covered and eliminates a car shuttle setup.
Virgin River Rim Trail at a Glance
Photo Album: Virgin River Rim Photos
Trail Maps: Virgin River Rim Map
Day Hike: Yes.
Distance: 8.25 Miles
Average Hiking Time: 6 hours
Equipment: The best map to purchase for this hike is the "Cedar Mountain/ Pine Valley Mountain" National Geographic-Trails Illustrated.
Difficulty: Moderate hiking, but the last section back to your vehicle is steep after hiking all day.
Trailhead: Cascade Falls Trailhead near Navajo Lake
Trailend: Strawberry Ridge
Trail Access: Dirt roads can be impassable if wet.
Elevation at Trailhead: 9000'
Elevation at Trailend: 9000'
Off the Beaten Path: Yes
Best Season: Spring, Fall and Summer.
Map Dixie National Forest, Utah Book: Hiking Zion, Dixie National Forest and more.Shuttle Setup - First Car Trailend
To station a car shuttle at the trailend (Strawberry Ridge) travel 7.75 miles west on U-14 from the Highway 89 junction or 14.75 miles east from the junction of Highway 14 and Highway 148 (Road to Cedar Breaks). Arriving at Strawberry Creek (valley with homes to the south) turn to the south, traveling the dirt (very dusty) road for the next 8.5 miles to the Virgin River Rim Trail which is located on Strawberry Ridge. Park one vehicle at the trailend. To avoid hiking the last uphill section which could be considered strenuous after hiking all day, park at the first Virgin Rim Trail sign seen. However there is not much parking in this area.
Second Car - Trailhead - Travel back to Highway 14 and turn left (west) and travel 5 miles passing Duck Creek Village to a ranger station and visitor center on the left . Turn left and pass the ranger station and follow the dirt road 1.75 miles to the west edge of Dry Valley. Turn left on the gravel road and travel another 1.5 miles to the parking area and trailheads for Cascade Falls and the Virgin River Rim Trail.
2. Cascade Falls Trailhead to Te-ah Trailhead
This is the center section of the Virgin River Rim Trail system. The trail has nice views to the south into Zion National Park and an even into the Arizona Strip on a clear day. Not only are the views beautiful, but the fauna and flora during the 8 mile hike is never boring. This section of the trail generally stays on top of, or slightly below the ridge that separates Navajo Lake on the north side, from the many drainage's including Cascade Falls that flow in a southerly direction to form the Virgin River, carving its way into Zion Canyon to the south. Car shuttle setup will be required if done as a one way hike.
Favorite Hikes in and around Zion National ParkVirgin River Rim Trail at a Glance
Photo Album: Virgin River Rim Photos
Trail Maps: Virgin River Rim Map
Day Hike: Yes.
Distance: 8 Miles
Average Hiking Time: 6 Hours
Trail Use: Horses, bicycles, hikers
Equipment: The best map to purchase for this hike is the "Cedar Mountain/ Pine Valley Mountain" National Geographic-Trails Illustrated.
Difficulty: Moderately strenuous. This is the most difficult of the three sections of the long biking/backpacking trail.
Trailhead: Cascade Falls Trailhead.
Trailend: Te-ah Trailhead near Navajo Lake
Trail Access: Dirt roads can be impassable if wet.
Ascending: 1350'
Descending: 1000'
Off the Beaten Path: Yes
Best Season: Early June to Late October.
Zion National Park Map Cow Lake-Cascade Falls Trailhead to Te-ah Campground-Navajo Lake
The trail description as written is from Cow Lake (Cascade Falls Trailhead) to Te-ah Campground Trailend, however in retrospect the hike would probably be more enjoyable starting at Te-ah Campground and finishing at Cascade Falls, culminating in a quick jaunt to Cascade Falls if energy and time permits.
Shuttle Setup - Car shuttle setup: Locate the dirt road to Navajo Lake by traveling 7.5 miles east on Highway 14 from the junction of Highway 14 and Highway 148 (The turnoff to Cedar Breaks) or travel 15 miles to the west on Highway 14 from the junction of Highway 14 and Highway 89. Turn to the south on the dirt road to Navajo Lake and travel 5.7 miles to the west end of Te-ah Campground. The road will be pavement as it passes the campground. Station the shuttle vehicle at a sharp left bend in the road (dirt road) and another dirt road that continues straight (Virgin River Rim Trail FS road).
Second Vehicle - Drive the second vehicle back the same direction toward Highway 14 for 5.3 miles and locate the dirt road that turns right to Dry Valley, Cow Lake and Cascade Falls. Follow this dirt road for 1 mile to another intersection and turn right to the Cascade Falls Trailhead. Travel 1.6 miles to the large parking area for Cascade Falls Trail and get set to begin the hike.
3. Te-ah Trailhead to Webster Flat Road
1. Cascade Falls Trailhead to Strawberry Ridge
2. Cascade Falls Trailhead to Te-ah Trailhead
3. Te-ah Trailhead to Webster Flat Road
1. Cascade Falls Trailhead to Strawberry Ridge
This section of the Virgin River Rim Trail is from Dry Valley (Cow Lake) to Strawberry Ridge (Strawberry Point). Along the trail enjoy a variety of evergreen trees including the earths oldest living thing - the Bristlecone pine tree and Cedar Breaks-like amphitheaters. This moderately difficult route is done as a one way hike with a shuttle setup. A section of the trail may be done as an out and back thus eliminating the need of a shuttle vehicle. The trail follows the Virgin River Rim in Dixie National Forest and affords views to the south of the expansive Zion National Park. The headwaters of the Virgin River are formed by Cascade Falls (Navajo Lake) and watershed of the southern slopes on this ridge. The trail generally travels in an west to easterly direction. At an average elevation of 8800', and traveling as high as 9200', the temperatures are a welcome reprieve in the summertime from the lower elevation hikes in the Southwest desert. As a one way hike, the distance is 8.25 miles, but some of the more interesting landmarks can be arrived at in about 3.5 miles, then by turning back to the trailhead, a total distance of 7 miles is covered and eliminates a car shuttle setup.
Virgin River Rim Trail at a Glance
Photo Album: Virgin River Rim Photos
Trail Maps: Virgin River Rim Map
Day Hike: Yes.
Distance: 8.25 Miles
Average Hiking Time: 6 hours
Equipment: The best map to purchase for this hike is the "Cedar Mountain/ Pine Valley Mountain" National Geographic-Trails Illustrated.
Difficulty: Moderate hiking, but the last section back to your vehicle is steep after hiking all day.
Trailhead: Cascade Falls Trailhead near Navajo Lake
Trailend: Strawberry Ridge
Trail Access: Dirt roads can be impassable if wet.
Elevation at Trailhead: 9000'
Elevation at Trailend: 9000'
Off the Beaten Path: Yes
Best Season: Spring, Fall and Summer.
Map Dixie National Forest, Utah Book: Hiking Zion, Dixie National Forest and more.Shuttle Setup - First Car Trailend
To station a car shuttle at the trailend (Strawberry Ridge) travel 7.75 miles west on U-14 from the Highway 89 junction or 14.75 miles east from the junction of Highway 14 and Highway 148 (Road to Cedar Breaks). Arriving at Strawberry Creek (valley with homes to the south) turn to the south, traveling the dirt (very dusty) road for the next 8.5 miles to the Virgin River Rim Trail which is located on Strawberry Ridge. Park one vehicle at the trailend. To avoid hiking the last uphill section which could be considered strenuous after hiking all day, park at the first Virgin Rim Trail sign seen. However there is not much parking in this area.
Second Car - Trailhead - Travel back to Highway 14 and turn left (west) and travel 5 miles passing Duck Creek Village to a ranger station and visitor center on the left . Turn left and pass the ranger station and follow the dirt road 1.75 miles to the west edge of Dry Valley. Turn left on the gravel road and travel another 1.5 miles to the parking area and trailheads for Cascade Falls and the Virgin River Rim Trail.
2. Cascade Falls Trailhead to Te-ah Trailhead
This is the center section of the Virgin River Rim Trail system. The trail has nice views to the south into Zion National Park and an even into the Arizona Strip on a clear day. Not only are the views beautiful, but the fauna and flora during the 8 mile hike is never boring. This section of the trail generally stays on top of, or slightly below the ridge that separates Navajo Lake on the north side, from the many drainage's including Cascade Falls that flow in a southerly direction to form the Virgin River, carving its way into Zion Canyon to the south. Car shuttle setup will be required if done as a one way hike.
Favorite Hikes in and around Zion National ParkVirgin River Rim Trail at a Glance
Photo Album: Virgin River Rim Photos
Trail Maps: Virgin River Rim Map
Day Hike: Yes.
Distance: 8 Miles
Average Hiking Time: 6 Hours
Trail Use: Horses, bicycles, hikers
Equipment: The best map to purchase for this hike is the "Cedar Mountain/ Pine Valley Mountain" National Geographic-Trails Illustrated.
Difficulty: Moderately strenuous. This is the most difficult of the three sections of the long biking/backpacking trail.
Trailhead: Cascade Falls Trailhead.
Trailend: Te-ah Trailhead near Navajo Lake
Trail Access: Dirt roads can be impassable if wet.
Ascending: 1350'
Descending: 1000'
Off the Beaten Path: Yes
Best Season: Early June to Late October.
Zion National Park Map Cow Lake-Cascade Falls Trailhead to Te-ah Campground-Navajo Lake
The trail description as written is from Cow Lake (Cascade Falls Trailhead) to Te-ah Campground Trailend, however in retrospect the hike would probably be more enjoyable starting at Te-ah Campground and finishing at Cascade Falls, culminating in a quick jaunt to Cascade Falls if energy and time permits.
Shuttle Setup - Car shuttle setup: Locate the dirt road to Navajo Lake by traveling 7.5 miles east on Highway 14 from the junction of Highway 14 and Highway 148 (The turnoff to Cedar Breaks) or travel 15 miles to the west on Highway 14 from the junction of Highway 14 and Highway 89. Turn to the south on the dirt road to Navajo Lake and travel 5.7 miles to the west end of Te-ah Campground. The road will be pavement as it passes the campground. Station the shuttle vehicle at a sharp left bend in the road (dirt road) and another dirt road that continues straight (Virgin River Rim Trail FS road).
Second Vehicle - Drive the second vehicle back the same direction toward Highway 14 for 5.3 miles and locate the dirt road that turns right to Dry Valley, Cow Lake and Cascade Falls. Follow this dirt road for 1 mile to another intersection and turn right to the Cascade Falls Trailhead. Travel 1.6 miles to the large parking area for Cascade Falls Trail and get set to begin the hike.
3. Te-ah Trailhead to Webster Flat Road
When the summer months bring temperatures to triple digits to the low deserts of Southern Utah, people look for different ways to beat the heat. If a stroll in a mountain meadow through wildflowers wets the appetite then this 7 mile hike will fit the bill! This is an enjoyable hike either done as an out and back or a one way hike with a shuttle. The path abounds with fir, spruce, aspens and a large array of wildflowers, and who knows, maybe an occasional deer or elk! With an average elevation of over 9000', the air temperatures remain pleasant even on the hottest summer days. Occasional breaks in the trees will enable the hiker to glimpse the expanses of Dixie National Forest and even sections of Zion National Park in the distance
Virgin River Rim Trail at a Glance
Photo Album: Virgin River Rim Photos
Trail Maps: Virgin River Rim Map
Day Hike: Yes.
Distance: 7 Miles
Average Hiking Time: 4 hours
Trail Use: Horses, bicycles, hikers
Equipment: The best map to purchase for this hike is the "Cedar Mountain/ Pine Valley Mountain" National Geographic-Trails Illustrated.
Difficulty: Moderate hiking with little elevation change.
Trailhead: Navajo Lake near Te-Ah Campground.
Trailend: Webster Flat Road.
Trail Access: Dirt roads can be impassable if wet.
Maximum Elevation: 9400'
Minimum Elevation: 9000'
Off the Beaten Path: Yes
Best Season: Early June to Late October.
Zion National Park Map Trailend: Station one car at the trailend located .4 miles south of Highway 14 on the dirt Webster Flat Road. The Webster Flat Road is located 3.2 miles west of the intersection of Highway 14 and U-148. U-148 is the road to Cedar Breaks. Turn left (south) onto the Webster Flat Road. At .4 miles off U-14, at a left hand bend in the dirt road, notice a small brown sign with a "No OHV's allowed graphic" just off the road on the left. This is the trailend and there is a small area on the left, just past this sign, to station the shuttle vehicle on the side of the road.
Trailhead: Travel back to U-14 and turn right. Travel 3.2 miles back to the intersection of U- 14 and U-148. Set the odometer and continue 7.4 miles east on U-14 and turning right (south) off of Highway 14 onto the dirt road leading to Navajo Lake. Travel 5.7 miles to the southwest on the dirt road passing campgrounds on both the left and right side of the road. The beautiful mountain lake, Navajo Lake, is on the right the entire time. At the far end of the lake (southwest end) a dirt road turns right to the Navajo Lake Loop Hike and a restroom facility, however continue past this turn to get to the Te-ah Campground, which is on the right. Continue past the entrance of Te-ah on the right side for a short distance and soon the road will curve to the left with another dirt road bearing straight ahead. There is a small parking area on the right at the intersection of these two roads. This is the parking for the trailhead.
C trail (Cedar City)
Located just a half mile southeast of Cedar City the "C" trail is rapidly becoming one of the region's most popular hiking and biking areas. This non-motorized recreational trail was developed on public land in commemoration of Utah's statehood centennial.
The trail covers and elevation change of 2,200 feet and winds 4.2 miles to a large white painted "C" on the mountainside. The overlook affords panoramic views of the region's majestic mountain ranges, sage-studded valleys and quaint, rustic communities below. The trail traverses the Markagunt Plateau, one of many plateaus that form the Colorado Plateau. Expansive views to the West showcase Indian Peak rising to 9,784 feet. The hike offers several benches with view to rest and enjoy the scenery along the way.
The overlook offers pristine views of the West's most colorful sunsets--but remember to take caution and bank enough time into your trip to be able to safely navigate your return route. Most hikers will want to allow for roughly 4 hours of hiking time round-trip.
The "C" Trail was developed on public land in commemoration of Utah's Statehood Centennial "1896-1966". It was constructed in coordination with BLM, Forest Service, Iron County, Cedar City and numerous volunteers, the C-Trail is the first recreational trail developed on BLM land in the Cedar City area and is open to non-motorized uses from hiking, biking, horseback riding, snow shoeing, cross country skiing, trail running, wildlife viewing, and much more. The "C" Trail also is part of the deer winter range, so deer sightings are possible along with squirrels, rabbits, snakes, lizards, golden eagles, hawks, and pinyon jays.
The “C” Trail Overlook, located at the top of the trail includes a parking area and viewing area, benches, multiple informational signs, and the large painted “C” on the mountain side. To find the overlook turn East on Center Street in Cedar City heading up Cedar canyon. Travel approximately five miles and turn right (south) toward Kolob Reservoir. Travel up the paved road, climbing in altitude. After you cross a cattle guard turn right before passing over a second cattle guard into the designated “C” Trail Overlook parking area.
The Lower “C” Trail access area includes a parking area, directional and informational signs, and benches. To find the lower “C” Trail travel on Main Street in Cedar City. Turn East onto the 820 South Access Road just south of Big O Tires. Follow this road until you reach 300 East; turn right onto the dirt road. Follow this approximately .3 miles to the parking area. From here you can find the “C” Trail by hiking South on the trail and following the signs to the marked trail base.
The trail covers and elevation change of 2,200 feet and winds 4.2 miles to a large white painted "C" on the mountainside. The overlook affords panoramic views of the region's majestic mountain ranges, sage-studded valleys and quaint, rustic communities below. The trail traverses the Markagunt Plateau, one of many plateaus that form the Colorado Plateau. Expansive views to the West showcase Indian Peak rising to 9,784 feet. The hike offers several benches with view to rest and enjoy the scenery along the way.
The overlook offers pristine views of the West's most colorful sunsets--but remember to take caution and bank enough time into your trip to be able to safely navigate your return route. Most hikers will want to allow for roughly 4 hours of hiking time round-trip.
The "C" Trail was developed on public land in commemoration of Utah's Statehood Centennial "1896-1966". It was constructed in coordination with BLM, Forest Service, Iron County, Cedar City and numerous volunteers, the C-Trail is the first recreational trail developed on BLM land in the Cedar City area and is open to non-motorized uses from hiking, biking, horseback riding, snow shoeing, cross country skiing, trail running, wildlife viewing, and much more. The "C" Trail also is part of the deer winter range, so deer sightings are possible along with squirrels, rabbits, snakes, lizards, golden eagles, hawks, and pinyon jays.
The “C” Trail Overlook, located at the top of the trail includes a parking area and viewing area, benches, multiple informational signs, and the large painted “C” on the mountain side. To find the overlook turn East on Center Street in Cedar City heading up Cedar canyon. Travel approximately five miles and turn right (south) toward Kolob Reservoir. Travel up the paved road, climbing in altitude. After you cross a cattle guard turn right before passing over a second cattle guard into the designated “C” Trail Overlook parking area.
The Lower “C” Trail access area includes a parking area, directional and informational signs, and benches. To find the lower “C” Trail travel on Main Street in Cedar City. Turn East onto the 820 South Access Road just south of Big O Tires. Follow this road until you reach 300 East; turn right onto the dirt road. Follow this approximately .3 miles to the parking area. From here you can find the “C” Trail by hiking South on the trail and following the signs to the marked trail base.
Brian Head Treasure Trail
Brian Head Treasure Trail
*Prepare for hiking conditions, and finish by 4:30 p.m. to claim your prize in the Adventure Center.
Let your kids experience the fun, learning, and adventure of the Brian Head Treasure Trail. Stop by the Adventure Center at Giant Steps Lodge and get started on your own Brian Head Adventure. All the activities take place along the Family Adventure/Vista Trail and are fun and challenging for ages four and up. As you hike down, keep an eye open for treasure, clues and scrambled letters. Three different adventures await you:
Brian Head Resort Kids Treasure Hunt
The treasure hunt takes place as you hike down. Keep an eye out for certain items such as fossils, “gold” and a magic egg. When you return to the Adventure Center, you will get a matching bead for every item you find which will help you to create the Treasure Trail necklace.
Find the Golden Horseshoes
As you hike down the trail, find the letters printed on the golden horse shoes. Write them on the sheet we'll provide you and unscramble the letters when you get back to the Adventure Center. If you get the correct word, you'll receive a prize. Stop by the shop at Giant Steps Adventure Center to get started.
The Secret of Desbah
This adventure is more challenging for the older kids – and kids at heart. We'll give you a map, a compass, your first clue, and the rest is up to you. Follow the clues around the mountain – one clue leads to another. When you've successfully followed the clues and navigated the mountain, the Secret of Desbah will be revealed. Tell us what that secret is for a prize.
These activities are a $5 add-on to the cost of the lift ticket. The total price for a child is $10 and $15 for an adult. The entire trail is approximately 3 miles long. Make sure you have water, a jacket, appropriate shoes, sunscreen, and bug repellant. Please call (866)930-1010 ext. 213 for more information.
Lift operates Saturday – Sunday in June and September, and Friday through Sunday in July and August from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm.
Family Adventure
The Brian Head Family Adventure is a self-guided activity course along Dixie National Forest's new and incredibly scenic Vista Trail. The Vista trailhead is at 11,000 ft. and is located at the top of the Giant Steps lift. The trail itself meanders its way down the mountain for 2.75 miles back to the base of the chairlift and Activity Center.
Activities are free with the purchase of a scenic lift ticket . Children and adults will enjoy activities that are culturally, geographically and historically significant to Brian Head Resort and the surrounding area.
** An adult must accompany children under the age of twelve for all activities.
Not sure what to take with you on the trail? Click Here to see our tips and recommendations!
Activities Include:
Fossil Excavation
Adventurers will excavate and identify various types of plant and animal fossils at our simulated dig site.
Panning for Gold
Come prospect for gold and learn the procedures at our pyrite placer.
Cattle Roping
Hone your lariat skills and help git them doggies home!
Pictograph Painting
Make your story last a thousand years!
Rates
Adult $10.00
Senior $6.00
Child $5.00
Operating Dates
June 22, 2013 – September 29, 2013 (Weather Permitting)
June – Saturday and Sunday
July and August – Friday through Sunday
September – Saturday and Sunday
Operating Hours
Lifts operate from 9:30am – 4:30pm.
Bike Shops are open from 9:00am – 5:00pm.
Brian Head Geocaching
For the 2013 summer season, Brian Head Resort is introducing a new recreational adventure center that combines geo-caching and orienteering for a fun outdoor treasure hunt. The adventure can be played with a GPS, or mobile device and other navigational techniques.
The general rules are simple: At the Giant Steps Adventure Center, you will be given a scorecard which includes the first clue. The first clue includes a grid coordinate and a terrain feature description. After riding the chairlift to the top, use the clue and your GPS to find the first “cache”. Once you locate it, you will find a distinctive punch mark for your scorecard, and the clue for traveling to the next cache. Make sure you get each punch mark for each cache.
There are ten caches to find as you work your way down the mountain for a total of about 3 miles. The route generally follows the Vista Trail. You must find the next cache along the route in order to get the clue for the following cache. The course is not self correcting. Some clues will be grid coordinates and others will be an azimuth (line of bearing) and distance.
For those treasure hunters who are competitive, record your start and finish time. Bring your completed scorecard and times back to the Adventure Center where we'll keep track of the season's fastest times.
For those of you who are unfamiliar with geo-caching or orienteering ask at the Adventure Center for a quick lesson.
The clues use the WGS84 and lat/long coordinate system. The azimuth clues are based on magnetic North and distance in meters.
Each cache is marked with a white and orange control flag.
Rates
Adult $10.00
Senior $6.00
Child $5.00
*Prepare for hiking conditions, and finish by 4:30 p.m. to claim your prize in the Adventure Center.
Let your kids experience the fun, learning, and adventure of the Brian Head Treasure Trail. Stop by the Adventure Center at Giant Steps Lodge and get started on your own Brian Head Adventure. All the activities take place along the Family Adventure/Vista Trail and are fun and challenging for ages four and up. As you hike down, keep an eye open for treasure, clues and scrambled letters. Three different adventures await you:
Brian Head Resort Kids Treasure Hunt
The treasure hunt takes place as you hike down. Keep an eye out for certain items such as fossils, “gold” and a magic egg. When you return to the Adventure Center, you will get a matching bead for every item you find which will help you to create the Treasure Trail necklace.
Find the Golden Horseshoes
As you hike down the trail, find the letters printed on the golden horse shoes. Write them on the sheet we'll provide you and unscramble the letters when you get back to the Adventure Center. If you get the correct word, you'll receive a prize. Stop by the shop at Giant Steps Adventure Center to get started.
The Secret of Desbah
This adventure is more challenging for the older kids – and kids at heart. We'll give you a map, a compass, your first clue, and the rest is up to you. Follow the clues around the mountain – one clue leads to another. When you've successfully followed the clues and navigated the mountain, the Secret of Desbah will be revealed. Tell us what that secret is for a prize.
These activities are a $5 add-on to the cost of the lift ticket. The total price for a child is $10 and $15 for an adult. The entire trail is approximately 3 miles long. Make sure you have water, a jacket, appropriate shoes, sunscreen, and bug repellant. Please call (866)930-1010 ext. 213 for more information.
Lift operates Saturday – Sunday in June and September, and Friday through Sunday in July and August from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm.
Family Adventure
The Brian Head Family Adventure is a self-guided activity course along Dixie National Forest's new and incredibly scenic Vista Trail. The Vista trailhead is at 11,000 ft. and is located at the top of the Giant Steps lift. The trail itself meanders its way down the mountain for 2.75 miles back to the base of the chairlift and Activity Center.
Activities are free with the purchase of a scenic lift ticket . Children and adults will enjoy activities that are culturally, geographically and historically significant to Brian Head Resort and the surrounding area.
** An adult must accompany children under the age of twelve for all activities.
Not sure what to take with you on the trail? Click Here to see our tips and recommendations!
Activities Include:
Fossil Excavation
Adventurers will excavate and identify various types of plant and animal fossils at our simulated dig site.
Panning for Gold
Come prospect for gold and learn the procedures at our pyrite placer.
Cattle Roping
Hone your lariat skills and help git them doggies home!
Pictograph Painting
Make your story last a thousand years!
Rates
Adult $10.00
Senior $6.00
Child $5.00
Operating Dates
June 22, 2013 – September 29, 2013 (Weather Permitting)
June – Saturday and Sunday
July and August – Friday through Sunday
September – Saturday and Sunday
Operating Hours
Lifts operate from 9:30am – 4:30pm.
Bike Shops are open from 9:00am – 5:00pm.
Brian Head Geocaching
For the 2013 summer season, Brian Head Resort is introducing a new recreational adventure center that combines geo-caching and orienteering for a fun outdoor treasure hunt. The adventure can be played with a GPS, or mobile device and other navigational techniques.
The general rules are simple: At the Giant Steps Adventure Center, you will be given a scorecard which includes the first clue. The first clue includes a grid coordinate and a terrain feature description. After riding the chairlift to the top, use the clue and your GPS to find the first “cache”. Once you locate it, you will find a distinctive punch mark for your scorecard, and the clue for traveling to the next cache. Make sure you get each punch mark for each cache.
There are ten caches to find as you work your way down the mountain for a total of about 3 miles. The route generally follows the Vista Trail. You must find the next cache along the route in order to get the clue for the following cache. The course is not self correcting. Some clues will be grid coordinates and others will be an azimuth (line of bearing) and distance.
For those treasure hunters who are competitive, record your start and finish time. Bring your completed scorecard and times back to the Adventure Center where we'll keep track of the season's fastest times.
For those of you who are unfamiliar with geo-caching or orienteering ask at the Adventure Center for a quick lesson.
The clues use the WGS84 and lat/long coordinate system. The azimuth clues are based on magnetic North and distance in meters.
Each cache is marked with a white and orange control flag.
Rates
Adult $10.00
Senior $6.00
Child $5.00
Henderickson Lake Trail
Henderickson Lake Trail #32049
3 mi RT
This trail climbs quickly through stands of large fir trees. It passes by several springs and starts into a series of switch backs, climbing quickly to the top of the hill intersecting a trail coming west of Thunder Ridge Boy Scout Camp. Aspen is the dominant tree species as the trail climbs a small hill and overlooks Hendrickson Lake, a beautiful natural lake with a good population of catchable Brook trout. The trail skirts around the east side of the lake where it enters a thick stand of mixed conifers and aspen, the trail continues through timber, aspen, and small openings until it intersects with Dark Hollow Trail #032.
Directions:
From Cedar City, travel north 18 miles to Parowan; then take State Road #143 south approximately 3 miles to FR #048 (Second Left Hand). Follow #048 approximately 5 miles to trailhead on right side of road. Elevation is 8,520 feet.
3 mi RT
This trail climbs quickly through stands of large fir trees. It passes by several springs and starts into a series of switch backs, climbing quickly to the top of the hill intersecting a trail coming west of Thunder Ridge Boy Scout Camp. Aspen is the dominant tree species as the trail climbs a small hill and overlooks Hendrickson Lake, a beautiful natural lake with a good population of catchable Brook trout. The trail skirts around the east side of the lake where it enters a thick stand of mixed conifers and aspen, the trail continues through timber, aspen, and small openings until it intersects with Dark Hollow Trail #032.
Directions:
From Cedar City, travel north 18 miles to Parowan; then take State Road #143 south approximately 3 miles to FR #048 (Second Left Hand). Follow #048 approximately 5 miles to trailhead on right side of road. Elevation is 8,520 feet.
Vermillion Castle Trail
Vermillion Castle Trail #32004
1.4 mi RT
The trail immediately into a series of switch backs through scrub oak, pinyon, juniper, and ponderosa. The trail keeps working to a rim overlooking the road and Vermillion Castle Campground. Rock formations are on the rim and are composed of conglomerates and sandstone. Trail climbs steeply through grotesque rock formations before working to a ridge spine. The trail works up ridge spine below a massive red rock cliff. The trail then crosses a sidehill of pinyon/juniper until it comes out to a large flat rock platform looking directly into Vermillion Castle and across the canyon to Noah’s Ark. The view is breathtaking.
Directions:
From Cedar City, travel north on I-15, 18 miles to Parowan. From Parowan, take State Road #143 south, approximately 3 miles to FR #049 in First Left Hand Canyon. Follow #049 beyond Vermillion Campground entrance, 200 yards. Trailhead is on north side of road at an elevation of 7,000 feet.
1.4 mi RT
The trail immediately into a series of switch backs through scrub oak, pinyon, juniper, and ponderosa. The trail keeps working to a rim overlooking the road and Vermillion Castle Campground. Rock formations are on the rim and are composed of conglomerates and sandstone. Trail climbs steeply through grotesque rock formations before working to a ridge spine. The trail works up ridge spine below a massive red rock cliff. The trail then crosses a sidehill of pinyon/juniper until it comes out to a large flat rock platform looking directly into Vermillion Castle and across the canyon to Noah’s Ark. The view is breathtaking.
Directions:
From Cedar City, travel north on I-15, 18 miles to Parowan. From Parowan, take State Road #143 south, approximately 3 miles to FR #049 in First Left Hand Canyon. Follow #049 beyond Vermillion Campground entrance, 200 yards. Trailhead is on north side of road at an elevation of 7,000 feet.
Saturday, June 11, 2016
Hancock Peak trail
Hancock Peak Trail #32053
6 miles one way (or much shorter if you just go to the lake)
This trail begins at a huge rock cairn and crosses Mammoth Creek following rock cairns for approximately 1/2 mile through a large open flat just below Meadow Lake. The trail then enters a forest of large spruce trees, occasionally passing through small openings and aspen stands. Trail passes by a small dead lake and climbs a small lava hill before leveling out in aspen stands. The trail tread is sometimes rough because of the lava beds that cover the area. The trail meets a junction of a side trail going west, about 200 yards, to a beautiful rock surrounded alpine lake. The trail continues past trail junction going through aspens, small openings and spruce stands until it comes out of the spruce stand at the edge of Sage Valley and FR #240.
Directions:
From Cedar City, take U-14 east to junction of State Road #148. Travel north on #148 to junction of State Road #143. Travel east on #143 approximately 3 miles to where Mammoth Creek ran under roadway. Trailhead is on turnout on east side of creek crossing at an elevation of 9,940. (Between the cabin and Cedar Breaks)
6 miles one way (or much shorter if you just go to the lake)
This trail begins at a huge rock cairn and crosses Mammoth Creek following rock cairns for approximately 1/2 mile through a large open flat just below Meadow Lake. The trail then enters a forest of large spruce trees, occasionally passing through small openings and aspen stands. Trail passes by a small dead lake and climbs a small lava hill before leveling out in aspen stands. The trail tread is sometimes rough because of the lava beds that cover the area. The trail meets a junction of a side trail going west, about 200 yards, to a beautiful rock surrounded alpine lake. The trail continues past trail junction going through aspens, small openings and spruce stands until it comes out of the spruce stand at the edge of Sage Valley and FR #240.
Directions:
From Cedar City, take U-14 east to junction of State Road #148. Travel north on #148 to junction of State Road #143. Travel east on #143 approximately 3 miles to where Mammoth Creek ran under roadway. Trailhead is on turnout on east side of creek crossing at an elevation of 9,940. (Between the cabin and Cedar Breaks)
Pinks trail
(near Navajo Lake)
0.4 mi
Pinks Trail #32030
Trail is fairly steep and traverses through stands of aspen and scattered Douglas fir. Trail ends at base of pink limestone formations similar to those found in Bryce Canyon National Park and Cedar Breaks National Monument.
Directions:
From Cedar City, travel east on Highway U-14 (approximately 26 miles) to the Navajo Lake Road #035. Follow road #035 approximately 5 miles to the Te-ah Campground. Travel branches off from the upper Te-ah loop, which is near the restroom.
map:
http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprd3815198.pdf
0.4 mi
Pinks Trail #32030
Trail is fairly steep and traverses through stands of aspen and scattered Douglas fir. Trail ends at base of pink limestone formations similar to those found in Bryce Canyon National Park and Cedar Breaks National Monument.
Directions:
From Cedar City, travel east on Highway U-14 (approximately 26 miles) to the Navajo Lake Road #035. Follow road #035 approximately 5 miles to the Te-ah Campground. Travel branches off from the upper Te-ah loop, which is near the restroom.
map:
http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprd3815198.pdf
Navajo Trail
Navajo Trail #32054 (this is a different hike than the Navajo Lake Loop)
2 miles steep
Trail is fairly steep and follows a small drainage part way up and the switch back up on to the top of the ridge. The end of the trail overlooks the north fork of the Virgin River with a view of Zion National Park. The trail is primarily through an old growth Engelmann spruce and Douglas fir stand.
Directions:
From Cedar City, travel east 26 miles and turn right on the Navajo Lake Road (053). Follow road #053 approximately 3-1/4 miles to the Navajo Lake Campground. Go into south side parking lot which is located by the restrooms. Trail leaves east end of parking area.
2 miles steep
Trail is fairly steep and follows a small drainage part way up and the switch back up on to the top of the ridge. The end of the trail overlooks the north fork of the Virgin River with a view of Zion National Park. The trail is primarily through an old growth Engelmann spruce and Douglas fir stand.
Directions:
From Cedar City, travel east 26 miles and turn right on the Navajo Lake Road (053). Follow road #053 approximately 3-1/4 miles to the Navajo Lake Campground. Go into south side parking lot which is located by the restrooms. Trail leaves east end of parking area.
Aspen Mirror Trail
This short but scenic trail brings you to Aspen Mirror Lake, a small mountain lake. The lake is surrounded by Aspen trees, making this a spectacular destination in the fall. Cameras are a must! Though the lake is not very large it is stocked with rainbow trout providing some fishing opportunities.
Directions: Directions from Cedar City -Take Highway 14 east for 29.5 miles. One-half mile after mile marker 29 turn left at the Aspen Mirror junction sign on FS Road # 30057. The trailhead is located at the end of the road. (Coming from the cabin, just past Duck Creek Village on the right)
Directions: Directions from Cedar City -Take Highway 14 east for 29.5 miles. One-half mile after mile marker 29 turn left at the Aspen Mirror junction sign on FS Road # 30057. The trailhead is located at the end of the road. (Coming from the cabin, just past Duck Creek Village on the right)
Wednesday, May 11, 2016
Barney Cove Trail
Red Canyon
This is a 1.9 mile moderate trail. This trail is used primarily as a connector trail between Casto Canyon and the Fremont ATV trails.
Trails open to Hiking, Horses and Off-Road Vehicles or Bikes
This is a 1.9 mile moderate trail. This trail is used primarily as a connector trail between Casto Canyon and the Fremont ATV trails.
Trails open to Hiking, Horses and Off-Road Vehicles or Bikes
Thunder Mountain Trail
Red Canyon
This is a 7.8 mile moderate to strenuous trail. The red rocks on the lower section of the trail are outstanding.
Trails open to Hiking, Horses and Off-Road Vehicles or Bikes
This is a 7.8 mile moderate to strenuous trail. The red rocks on the lower section of the trail are outstanding.
Trails open to Hiking, Horses and Off-Road Vehicles or Bikes
Cassidy Trail
Red Canyon
This 8.9 mile strenuous trail is named for the infamous Butch Cassidy who used sections of the trail.
Trails open to Hiking, Horses and Off-Road Vehicles or Bikes
This 8.9 mile strenuous trail is named for the infamous Butch Cassidy who used sections of the trail.
Trails open to Hiking, Horses and Off-Road Vehicles or Bikes
Rich Trail
Red Canyon
This 2.1 mile moderate to strenuous trail connects with the Cassidy Trail.
Trails open to Hiking, Horses and Off-Road Vehicles or Bikes
This 2.1 mile moderate to strenuous trail connects with the Cassidy Trail.
Trails open to Hiking, Horses and Off-Road Vehicles or Bikes
Losee Canyon Trail
Red Canyon
This 2.9 mile moderate trail is open for hiking, bikes and horses. The trailhead is at the bottom of Losee Canyon. This trail connects with the Cassidy trail.
This 2.9 mile moderate trail is open for hiking, bikes and horses. The trailhead is at the bottom of Losee Canyon. This trail connects with the Cassidy trail.
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