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Hike

Est. Duration

30-60m

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Sightseeing

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Kate Outdoors

Petroglyph Canyon and Spirit Arch offer a cool hiking adventure in the San Rafael Swell area outside of Green River. The trail isn't very difficult, but it's fairly remote and not well marked, so I recommend downloading the map before you head out.

Spirit Arch Trail Stats

Location: San Rafael Swell

Trailhead Location: Google Maps

Bathrooms?: There are no bathrooms at the trailhead.

Trailhead Parking Difficulty: Easy-moderate. You have to take a dirt road to the trailhead and a high-clearance vehicle is helpful. There are dispersed campsites near the trailhead.

Distance: 2.3 miles out-and-back if you explore both side canyons

Elevation Gain: 190 ft.

Difficulty: Easy (2-3/10)

Estimated Hike Time: 45-90 minutes

Dog-friendly: Yes

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