Moab, Utah · San Juan County · Facility
Length of Hike: 2.5 miles one way Area Attractions: The trail has excellent views of the La Sal Mountains and also goes through the beautiful riparian area of Trough Springs Canyon which has running water year round. Route Description: This trail descends from the Plateau into Kane Creek Canyon via an old cattle trail.…
Length of Hike: 2.5 miles one way Area Attractions: The trail has excellent views of the La Sal Mountains and also goes through the beautiful riparian area of Trough Springs Canyon which has running water year round. Route Description: This trail descends from the Plateau into Kane Creek Canyon via an old cattle trail. The trail is marked with cairns. It is about 2.5 miles long and descends 1100 feet in elevation.
From Moab, take Hwy 191 south for 32 miles to the Canyon Rims Recreation Area turnoff. Then head west for 28 miles following signs to Hatch Point/Trough Springs to trailhead. The side road leading to the trailhead is marked. Follow this road to the trailhead.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Heading to Trough Springs Canyon Trailhead? A few things to know before you go:
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