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The Golden Cathedral

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
  • Elevation loss: 501 m
  • Minimum elevation: 1,389 m
  • Moving time: 2 h 1 m
  • Moving speed: 4.6 mph
  • Maximum speed: 22.3 mph
  • Total time: 2 h 1 m
  • Global speed: 4.6 mph

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Trail profile

  • Distance: 9.2 mi
  • Elevation gain: 501 m
  • Maximum elevation: 1,719 m
  • Elevation loss: 501 m
  • Minimum elevation: 1,389 m
  • Moving time: 2 h 1 m
  • Moving speed: 4.6 mph
  • Maximum speed: 22.3 mph
  • Total time: 2 h 1 m
  • Global speed: 4.6 mph

About this trail

Name: The Golden Cathedral trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: Golden Cathedral Trailhead, Golden Cathedral Trail, Garfield County, Utah, United States (37.59334 -111.21831)

End: Golden Cathedral Trailhead, Egypt Road, Garfield County, Utah, United States (37.59338 -111.21833)

Coordinates: 37.59319 -111.21834 37.61469 -111.16299

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

United States > Utah > Garfield County

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…

Distance: 4.7 mi • Elevation gain: 143 m • Maximum elevation: 1,718 m

Gear up for your next adventure:

🧦Merino Wool Hiking Socks - Moisture-wicking socks to prevent blisters during long mountain walks
🧴Sport Sunscreen Sticks - High-protection sunblock that won't run into your eyes on the trail
🕶️Glacier Goggles - Maximum protection for high-altitude snow topography
🧼Biodegradable Soap - Leave-no-trace hygiene for multi-day mountain treks
🐕Dog Hiking Gear - Equipment for hiking safely with dogs

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