Hiking
The Dixie National Forest has hundreds of miles of trails for hiking and backpacking. The landscape of the forest is extremely varied in elevation, plant life, and geology. Hike in the rocky pinyon and juniper forests, through lush meadows full of wildflowers, through rugged lava fields, to high mountain lakes, or to the rim of mesa tops with scenic views of the lower red rock canyons below.
Most trails are shared with other recreational users, click on the links on the right to learn more about trail sharing and responsible hiking and backpacking.
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Anderson Valley Trail
Due to an active wildfire in the area, the Pine Valley Recreation Area is closed indefinitely for public safety. All reservations through 12/31/25 will be refunded. Thank you for understanding.Visit…
Ashdown Gorge Wilderness
Established in 1984, the Ashdown Gorge Wilderness encompasses 7,085 acres at elevations ranging from 8,000 feet to almost 10,400 feet. Highlights include the 'Twisted Forest' of bristlecone…
Auger Hole Trail
A trail through aspen, meadows, and mixed conifer and access to Auger Hole Lake. Longer trips can be made by combining trails West Fork Trail, Jubilee Trail, and the Great Western Trail. Sections of…
Barker Lakes Loop
Site Open
A short day-trip through aspen, mixed conifers, and meadows to several small lakes in the Barker area. Backcountry campsites are also available for backpackers.Barker Lakes Loop Trail Guide
Barker Lakes Loop
While exploring the Barker Lakes Loop trail, you will experience a short day trip through aspen, mixed conifers, and meadows to several small lakes in the Barker area. Easy 2.9 mile hike by foot or…
Bear Valley / Willow Trail
The Bear Valley – Willow Trail connects Bear Valley to the Willow Creek Drainage. The trail begins at the edge of a reseeded sage grass valley climbing approximately 240 feet through juniper,…
Beck Hollow Trail 031
A steep faint trail with scenic views of the Barney Top and Canaan Mountain. Only recommended for people with good route finding skills. Best done with a shuttle starting on the Hogs Ranch Trail No.…
Big Hollow Trail
Start at the Duncan Springs Trailhead, head East towards Stoddard Mountain. This trail slowly climbs to the junction with Big Hollow Trail at the base of Stoddard Mountain. Head west into the canyon.…
Blake-Gubler Trail
Due to an active wildfire in the area, the Pine Valley Recreation Area is closed indefinitely for public safety. All reservations through 12/31/25 will be refunded. Thank you for understanding.Visit…
Blowhard Trail
The trail follows powerline and ridge spine through a mixed conifer stand, then drops sharply eventually entering a stand of Bristlecone pine and a red ridge looking into Cedar Breaks and Ashdown…