Red Cliffs Nature Trail

Stats

Length:	0.50 miles
Difficulty:	Kid Friendly
Estimated Hike Time:	45 minutes
Trail Type:	Out and Back
Elevation Low:	3,230 feet
Elevation High:	3,333 feet
Total Elevation Gain:	103 feet
Optimal Season:	Mid Winter to Early Winter
Best Access Point:	Saint George

Summary

Short, scenic and fun, this little trail leads from the campground at Red Cliffs Recreation Area into a narrow canyon beside a small stream.

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Overview

Kid Friendly hike through following a small stream to a pool and a small waterfall. Great if you like to get wet!

Directions

gps coordinates of trailhead:

37.2245, -113.4062

Trail Information

Spring and fall are ideal times to hike here. Afternoon temperatures are very hot in summer, and the stream may completely dry up. Summer mornings can be pleasant and it is great fun to play in the stream during warm weather. Climb around the waterfall and then slide down the natural shoot. The trailhead is at Red Cliffs Campground, a very nice little camping area where there are plenty of rocks for kids to climb on. Cottonwood trees provide shade. Water and restrooms are available. The waterfall marks the end of the official trail, but you'll probably want to explore farther. At the waterfall, the small stream covers the entire canyon bottom, which is just a few feet wide. You'll notice steps carved into the sandstone to the side of the waterfall. Using the steps, it is easy to climb around the fall and you can then proceed up the canyon for miles, if you are so inclined. The area at and just above the waterfall is the most interesting part of the canyon. The pool beneath the waterfall is an ideal natural swimming hole and it is fun to slide down the natural shoot or to jump into the pool. The depth of the pool varies according to water flow. Never jump into such a pool without carefully exploring to determine water depth.

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Posted By: Adam Gilbert

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