Salt Creek
Canyonlands National Park, San Juan County, UT
Point-to-point trail in Canyonlands National Park, San Juan County, UT. Hiking.
- Distance
- 21.2 mi (34.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,467 ft (752 m)
- Est. Time
- 8 hr 5 min
- High point
- 7,067 ft (2,154 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Questions about Salt Creek
How long is Salt Creek?
Salt Creek is 21.2 mi (34.1 km) long. Most people take about 8 hr 5 min. It climbs 2,467 ft (752 m) in total, up to a high point of 7,067 ft (2,154 m).
How hard is Salt Creek?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Is Salt Creek shaded?
Mostly exposed (22% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Salt Creek?
No, dogs are not allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Salt Creek?
Best for Hiking. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Salt Creek?
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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- Angel Arch Canyonlands National Park · Easy · 3.3 mi (5.3 km)
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