Utah is a hiker’s paradise. Between our majestic mountains, and our gorgeous red rock country, we have hundreds of hiking trails that takes us up close and personal with Mother Nature. Sure, other states have hiking trails, too, but these 11 trail are some of the greatest hiking trails on Earth.
Do you love wildflowers in alpine meadows, and picturesque lakes? Of course you do! The Albion Meadows Trail is 3.6 miles out and back. By mid-summer, you’ll see the mountainside covered in beautiful blooms, and you’ll end your journey at Cecret Lake.
Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument offers an extraordinary number of things to see and do. However, one of the best features of this area is Coyote Gulch. This is a remarkable narrow canyon with arches, water, and more. But, to enjoy this area of the Grand Staircase Escalante desert, you must hike and your journey won’t be easy. Coyote Gulch is a full-day hike with several miles ahead of you but it will also be full of some extraordinary sights.
There are several ways to enter Coyote Gulch. Each trail varies in length and difficulty so you’ll want to do your research as you choose which trail is right for you and your party.