Shay Mountain Trail
Manti-La Sal National Forest, San Juan County, UT
Out-and-back trail in Manti-La Sal National Forest, San Juan County, UT. Hiking, Horseback riding, Mountain biking, & Off-road (4x4, OHV).
- Distance
- 9.6 mi (15.4 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 3,271 ft (997 m)
- Est. Time
- 4 hr 45 min
- High point
- 9,633 ft (2,936 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about Shay Mountain Trail
How long is Shay Mountain Trail?
Shay Mountain Trail is 9.6 mi (15.4 km) long. Most people take about 4 hr 45 min. It climbs 3,271 ft (997 m) in total, up to a high point of 9,633 ft (2,936 m).
How hard is Shay Mountain Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Is Shay Mountain Trail shaded?
Partly shaded (54% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Shay Mountain Trail?
Yes, dogs are allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Shay Mountain Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding, Mountain biking, Off-road (4x4, OHV). Shared with bikes, horses, motor vehicles.
Is this a good week for Shay Mountain 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 Shay Mountain Trail
- West Shay Trail Manti-La Sal National Forest · Moderate · 3.1 mi (5 km)
- Lower Indian Creek Trail Manti-La Sal National Forest · Hard · 13.6 mi (21.9 km)
- N Cottonwood Rim Se Ext Trail Manti-La Sal National Forest · Easy · 1 mi (1.6 km)
- Indian Creek Rim Loop Extension Trail Manti-La Sal National Forest · Easy · 1.4 mi (2.2 km)
- West Shay Mine Trail Manti-La Sal National Forest · Hard · 7 mi (11.2 km)
- Shay Mountain Road Manti-La Sal National Forest · Moderate · 11 mi (17.7 km)
- N. Cottonwood Rim Spur Trail Manti-La Sal National Forest · Easy · 0.2 mi (0.4 km)
- Indian Creek East Slope Trail Manti-La Sal National Forest · Moderate · 5.4 mi (8.7 km)
More hikes in Manti-La Sal National Forest
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap