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The Golden Cathedral via Golden Cathedral Trail in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area

The Golden Cathedral Trail in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area offers a unique adventure with sweeping views of Neon Canyon’s surreal landscape. The route takes you through sections of deep sand and slick rock, often requiring off-trail navigation and careful route-finding. Along the way, you’ll cross the Escalante River multiple times, and in the final stretch, the Golden Cathedral’s striking sandstone arches and the soft glow of reflected light from above provide an unforgettable sight. #Hiking #Desert #Canyon #Nature #Sand #Rock #Arch

  • Distance: 4.7 mi
  • Elevation gain: 143 m
  • Maximum elevation: 1,718 m
  • Elevation loss: 410 m
  • Minimum elevation: 1,389 m

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  • Distance: 4.7 mi
  • Elevation gain: 143 m
  • Maximum elevation: 1,718 m
  • Elevation loss: 410 m
  • Minimum elevation: 1,389 m

About this trail

Name: The Golden Cathedral via Golden Cathedral Trail in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: Golden Cathedral Trailhead, Golden Cathedral Trail, Garfield County, Utah, United States (37.59319 -111.21833)

End: Golden Cathedral Trail, Garfield County, Utah, United States (37.61524 -111.16273)

Coordinates: 37.59317 -111.21833 37.61524 -111.16273

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The Golden Cathedral

United States > Utah > Garfield County

Hike to The Golden Cathedral via Golden Cathedral Trail and Escalante River in the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. #Hiking #Nature #Canyon #Desert #Rock #River #Forest

Distance: 9.2 mi • Elevation gain: 501 m • Maximum elevation: 1,719 m

Gear up for your next adventure:

🛌Sleeping Mats - Insulated mats for comfortable outdoor sleeping
🧼Camping Hygiene Kits - Compact hygiene essentials for outdoor stays
🥫Expedition Meals - Lightweight, high-calorie nutrition for long-distance hikers
🔋Solar Power Banks - Keep your GPS and phone charged during multi-day expeditions
🔦Head Torches - Hands-free lighting for hiking and camping

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