Shot Canyon / Water Canyon
Canyonlands National Park, Wayne County, UT
Out-and-back trail in Canyonlands National Park, Wayne County, UT. Hiking.
- Distance
- 9.9 mi (15.9 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,814 ft (553 m)
- Est. Time
- 4 hr 5 min
- High point
- 5,443 ft (1,659 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about Shot Canyon / Water Canyon
How long is Shot Canyon / Water Canyon?
Shot Canyon / Water Canyon is 9.9 mi (15.9 km) long. Most people take about 4 hr 5 min. It climbs 1,814 ft (553 m) in total, up to a high point of 5,443 ft (1,659 m).
How hard is Shot Canyon / Water Canyon?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Is Shot Canyon / Water Canyon shaded?
No shade: full sun.
Can you bring a dog on Shot Canyon / Water Canyon?
No, dogs are not allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Shot Canyon / Water Canyon?
Best for Hiking. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Shot Canyon / Water 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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- Red Lake Canyon Canyonlands National Park · Moderate · 3.9 mi (6.3 km)
- Confluence Overlook Canyonlands National Park · Easy · 0.7 mi (1.1 km)
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More hikes in Canyonlands National Park
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