Canyon Trail
Youghiogheny Wild River Natural Environmental Area, Garrett County, MD
Loop trail in Youghiogheny Wild River Natural Environmental Area, Garrett County, MD. Hiking & Walking.
- Distance
- 1 mi (1.6 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 72 ft (22 m)
- Est. Time
- 20 min
- High point
- 2,336 ft (712 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Loop
Features
Along the way
- Visitor center 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from start
- Waterfall: Tolliver Falls 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from start
- Waterfall: Upper Swallow Falls 0.6 mi (1 km) from start
- Waterfall: Lower Swallow Falls 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Canyon Trail
How long is Canyon Trail?
Canyon Trail is 1 mi (1.6 km) long. Most people take about 20 min. It climbs 72 ft (22 m) in total, up to a high point of 2,336 ft (712 m).
How hard is Canyon Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Canyon Trail?
Parking at the start. 1 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Canyon Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Canyon Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (100% under trees).
Is Canyon Trail good for kids?
Yes, it is marked as kid friendly.
What can you do on Canyon Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Walking. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Canyon Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near Canyon Trail
- Fishermans Trail Youghiogheny Wild River Natural Environmental Area · Easy · 1 mi (1.7 km)
- Toliver Trail Garrett State Forest Piney Mountain, Snaggy Mountain, Hutton Areas · Easy · 1.5 mi (2.4 km)
- Yellow Trail Fork Run Recreation Area · Easy · 1 mi (1.6 km)
- Yellow Trail Fork Run Recreation Area · Easy · 1 mi (1.6 km)
- Acorn Loop Fork Run Recreation Area · Easy · 0.6 mi (1 km)
- Acorn Loop Fork Run Recreation Area · Easy · 0.6 mi (1 km)
- Red Trail Fork Run Recreation Area · Easy · 3.8 mi (6.1 km)
- Red Trail Fork Run Recreation Area · Moderate · 3.8 mi (6.1 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap