Golden Throne Trail
A steep bench trail with views over Capitol Gorge and toward the Golden Throne formation.
Route overview
Golden Throne Trail in Utah.
The route climbs from the gorge corridor onto open slopes and benches, revealing the massive Golden Throne and layered canyon landscape from increasingly elevated viewpoints.
Trail facts
- Country
- United States
- Region
- Utah
- Distance
- 6.4 km
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Elevation gain
- 223 m change
- Best season
- Check current official seasonal access and conditions
- Trail type
- out-and-back
Safety context
Verify Capitol Gorge Road. Expect intense sun, loose rock and exposed viewpoints. Do not proceed during thunderstorms or flash-flood conditions affecting the access canyon. Check current official conditions, closures, weather and access rules before departure.
Verify Capitol Gorge Road. Expect intense sun, loose rock and exposed viewpoints. Do not proceed during thunderstorms or flash-flood conditions affecting the access canyon.
Highlights
Golden Throne Trail, Capitol Reef National Park, Capitol Gorge hike, Utah sandstone, NPS trail
Why find a buddy
Good for fit pairs who value scenery over shade. Match on water capacity, climb pace and road-condition contingency planning.
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Route conditions, access, services and transport can change. Verify time-sensitive information before departure.