Cassidy Arch Trail
A steep slickrock ascent from Grand Wash to a broad natural arch and high canyon views.
Route overview
Cassidy Arch Trail in Utah.
The route climbs sharply above the wash, crosses open sandstone guided by official cairns and reaches the rim near Cassidy Arch with expansive canyon-country scenery.
Trail facts
- Country
- United States
- Region
- Utah
- Distance
- 5.4 km
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Elevation gain
- 204 m change
- Best season
- Check current official seasonal access and conditions
- Trail type
- out-and-back
Safety context
Do not walk onto exposed edges or alter cairns. Slickrock becomes dangerous when wet, icy or storm-exposed. Check Grand Wash Road and never enter the canyon during flash-flood conditions. Check current official conditions, closures, weather and access rules before departure.
Do not walk onto exposed edges or alter cairns. Slickrock becomes dangerous when wet, icy or storm-exposed. Check Grand Wash Road and never enter the canyon during flash-flood conditions.
Highlights
Cassidy Arch Trail, Capitol Reef National Park, Utah arch hike, slickrock trail, NPS trail
Why find a buddy
Best for experienced partners comfortable with steep climbs and route markers on slickrock. Match on heat tolerance, edge discipline and turnaround triggers.
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