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2.3 miles roundtrip
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Hike

Est. Duration

1-2h

Activity level
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STATISTICS AT-A-GLANCE

  • HIKE NAME: The Vortex

  • DISTANCE: 2.3 miles RT

  • ELEVATION GAIN: 450 feet

  • RESTROOMS: No

  • DOG FRIENDLY: Yes

  • PERMIT: No

  • FEE: No

  • VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS: 2wd is fine if no snow. The road was well grated and maintained when we went and any sedan would make it.

  • TRAILHEAD COORDINATES: 37.280081, -113.738308

  • Approach to the Trailhead: Approach from Gunlock Falls State Park

  • Cairn Graveyard: 37.26967, -113.74855

  • My Gaia GPX trek is linked in the website

The Vortex offers Zion-like views and views of Veyo Volcano in the background. You end up at a large bowl/vortex with views overlooking the surrounding area.

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