Located in Kodachrome Basin State Park, the Panorama Trail takes hikers through the desert, past some of the funky sedimentary pipes that the park is known for. While the hike is relatively short it packs in a ton of great views and unique geologic features along the way.

If you’re up for a longer hike there are a few spur trails that you can tack on to the Panorama Trail, including Panorama Point (+1 mile), Cool Cave Loop (+2 miles), and Shephard’s Loop (+3 miles off the Cool Cave Loop). If you’re making the trip out to Kodachrome Basin, I recommend camping in the park and taking advantage of the nicest camp showers I’ve ever seen.

Trail Stats for Panorama Trail

Location: Kodachrome Basin State Park

Trailhead Location: Google maps

Trailhead Parking Difficulty: Easy. There’s a large parking lot with plenty of room for RV’s and trailers.

Distance: 3 miles (loop)

Elevation Gain: 265 ft.

Difficulty: Easy (2.5-3.5/10)

Estimated Hike Time: 1-2 hours

Fee: $10/vehicle or use a Utah State Park pass

Dog-Friendly?: Yes, dogs must be leashed.

Best Time of Year to Hike: Fall, winter, and spring.

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