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Little Wild Horse & Bell Canyon

San Rafael Swell · Southeastern Utah
Little Wild Horse & Bell Canyon
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8 miROUND TRIP
900 ftELEV GAIN
ModerateDIFFICULTY
4/5KID RATING
Spring & FallSEASON

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The Trail

Utah's best family slot canyon loop, near Goblin Valley.

Heat note: desert country - in summer start at dawn and carry more water than feels reasonable.

Pack Loadout (Moderate)

2 liters water, trail shoes, sun layer, snacks, small first-aid kit.

Getting There

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Make it a weekend: Fruita Campground (Camping, 32 mi) · Millsite Reservoir (Fishing, 41 mi) · Singletree Campground (Camping, 45 mi) · Fish Lake (Fishing, 49 mi)

More hikes nearby: Goblin Valley Free Roam (Hike, 6 mi) · Hickman Bridge (Hike, 31 mi) · Grand Wash (Hike, 31 mi) · Cassidy Arch (Hike, 32 mi)

Quick Answers

How long is the Little Wild Horse & Bell Canyon hike?
8 miles round trip with 900 feet of elevation gain.
How hard is Little Wild Horse & Bell Canyon?
Moderate. Kid rating: 4 out of 5.
When should I hike Little Wild Horse & Bell Canyon?
Best season: Spring & Fall.
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