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Lower Calf Creek Falls Trail in Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument

The Lower Calf Creek Falls Trail in Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument offers hikers a journey through high-walled canyons, verdant creekside vegetation, and historical artifacts. Along the path, one can observe ancient Fremont granaries and pictographs, as well as beaver dams and desert varnish on sandstone cliffs. The trail culminates at a striking 126-foot waterfall that plunges into a clear pool, providing a refreshing oasis in the desert. #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #Nature #Waterfall #River #Canyon #Cliff

  • Distance: 5.9 mi
  • Elevation gain: 443 m
  • Maximum elevation: 1,737 m
  • Elevation loss: 443 m
  • Minimum elevation: 1,633 m
  • Moving time: 2 h 51 m
  • Moving speed: 2.1 mph
  • Maximum speed: 3.9 mph
  • Total time: 3 h 17 m
  • Global speed: 1.8 mph

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  • Distance: 5.9 mi
  • Elevation gain: 443 m
  • Maximum elevation: 1,737 m
  • Elevation loss: 443 m
  • Minimum elevation: 1,633 m
  • Moving time: 2 h 51 m
  • Moving speed: 2.1 mph
  • Maximum speed: 3.9 mph
  • Total time: 3 h 17 m
  • Global speed: 1.8 mph

About this trail

Name: Lower Calf Creek Falls Trail in Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: Calf Creek Campground, Lower Calf Creek Falls Trail, Garfield County, Utah, United States (37.79520 -111.41368)

End: Calf Creek Campground, UT 12, Boulder, Garfield County, Utah, United States (37.79513 -111.41368)

Coordinates: 37.79513 -111.41995 37.82896 -111.41064

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Lower Calf Creek Falls Trail in Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument

United States > Utah > Garfield County > Boulder

The Lower Calf Creek Falls Trail offers a captivating desert hike, leading you through a landscape of red sandstone walls and shaded creekside areas. Along the route, you'll encounter unique features such as ancient rock art and Fremont culture granaries, adding an intriguing historical dimension to the…

Distance: 6.5 mi • Elevation gain: 470 m • Maximum elevation: 1,736 m

Gear up for your next adventure:

🥤Hiking Water Bottles - Reusable bottles for hydration on the trail
🚲Bikepacking Frame Bags - Storage for tools and navigation gear on long off-road rides
🛌Insulated Sleeping Mats - Crucial thermal protection when sleeping on cold, uneven ground
🗺️Scratch-off Peak Maps - Track your progress climbing Munros or Wainwrights
🛰️Handheld GPS Devices - Reliable GPS units for hiking and outdoor navigation

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