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Candland Mountain Trailhead

Fairview, Utah · Emery County · Facility

The Candland Mountain Trail #5398 is 5.6 miles long. It begins at Highway 31 and ends high on Candland Mountain. It climbs 1,319 feet from 8,930 feet in elevation to 10,249 feet. This trail intersects with Mill Canyon Trail #5063 which provides access back to UT-31 and Huntington Canyon. This trail passes primarily thr…

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About Candland Mountain Trailhead

The Candland Mountain Trail #5398 is 5.6 miles long. It begins at Highway 31 and ends high on Candland Mountain. It climbs 1,319 feet from 8,930 feet in elevation to 10,249 feet. This trail intersects with Mill Canyon Trail #5063 which provides access back to UT-31 and Huntington Canyon. This trail passes primarily through open high elevation meadows and some spruce-fir vegetation. Difficulty Level: More DifficultElevation Change:North West End (Highway 31): 8,930 feetSouth East End (Candland Mtn): 10,249 feetClick here for graph of Elevation Change

How to Get There

From Huntington, head north on Main Street toward 100 North. Turn west onto UT-31 and travel approximately 27.4 miles to Candland Mountain Trail #5398 located on your left.

Driving directions (Google Maps) →

Plan Your Visit to Candland Mountain Trailhead

Heading to Candland Mountain Trailhead? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Candland Mountain Trailhead?

No central reservation system listed for Candland Mountain Trailhead. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10072267) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Candland Mountain Trailhead?

From Huntington, head north on Main Street toward 100 North. Turn west onto UT-31 and travel approximately 27.4 miles to Candland Mountain Trail #5398 located on your left.