Elephant Canyon
Canyonlands National Park, San Juan County, UT
Out-and-back trail in Canyonlands National Park, San Juan County, UT. Hiking.
- Distance
- 5.6 mi (9.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 463 ft (141 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 5 min
- High point
- 5,604 ft (1,708 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about Elephant Canyon
How long is Elephant Canyon?
Elephant Canyon is 5.6 mi (9.1 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 5 min. It climbs 463 ft (141 m) in total, up to a high point of 5,604 ft (1,708 m).
How hard is Elephant Canyon?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Is Elephant Canyon shaded?
No shade: full sun.
Can you bring a dog on Elephant Canyon?
No, dogs are not allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Elephant Canyon?
Best for Hiking. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Elephant Canyon?
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.
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- Elephant Hill Return Road Canyonlands National Park · Easy · 4.1 mi (6.6 km)
- Elephant Hill Trail Canyonlands National Park · Easy · 3.6 mi (5.8 km)
- Elephant Hill 4x4 Trail (Permit Required) Canyonlands National Park · Easy · 2.5 mi (4.1 km)
More hikes in Canyonlands National Park
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