Canyonlands

“Utah’s National Parks” by Ron Adkinson and published by Wilderness Press   Trip 15 – Syncline Loop Trail Distance:                 7.8 miles round trip Elevation Change:    4230; 3950/5760 feet Suited For:               Dayhike or Backpack Difficulty:                Strenuous Hazards:                  Trail steep and/or rough in places; only seasonal water available;                               Little Shade Introduction:    This route is perhaps the … Continue reading »

“Utah’s National Parks” by Ron Adkinson and published by Wilderness Press   Trip 14 – Crater View / Upheaval Dome Overlook Trails Distance:                 1.8 miles round trip Elevation Change:    5650/5800 feet Suited For:               Walk Difficulty:                Moderately Easy Hazards:                  Steep Drop-offs; no water; little shade;                                overlooks subject to lightning strikes Introduction:    This short but rewarding … Continue reading »

“Utah’s National Parks” by Ron Adkinson and published by Wilderness Press   Trip 13 – Whale Rock trail   Distance:                 1.2 miles round trip Elevation Change:    5710/5850 feet Difficulty:                Easy Hazards:                  Sections of scrambling over steep and exposed slickrock Introduction:    To appreciate the dimensions of unusual Upheaval Dome, and in the process enjoy a slickrock scramble … Continue reading »

“Utah’s National Parks” by Ron Adkinson and published by Wilderness Press   Trip 12 – Alcove Spring Trail to Taylor Canyon   Distance:                 10.8 miles round trip Elevation Change:    42850/5700 feet Suited For:               Moderate Difficulty:                Moderate Hazards:                  Steep Drop-offs; no water; little shade Introduction:    This route is a good choice for backpackers in the island district.  … Continue reading »