Grand Wash Trail
A level canyon passage through towering walls and a narrow central gorge.
Route overview
Grand Wash Trail in Utah.
Grand Wash follows a broad desert drainage into an increasingly enclosed corridor where sheer sandstone walls create one of Capitol Reef's most approachable canyon experiences.
Trail facts
- Country
- United States
- Region
- Utah
- Distance
- 3.6 km
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Elevation gain
- 61 m change
- Best season
- Check current official seasonal access and conditions
- Trail type
- point-to-point
Safety context
The official distance is one-way. Arrange a return walk or vehicle plan and never assume a shuttle. Do not enter when storms threaten because runoff can arrive from outside the visible canyon. Check Grand Wash Road status. Check current official conditions, closures, weather and access rules before departure.
The official distance is one-way. Arrange a return walk or vehicle plan and never assume a shuttle. Do not enter when storms threaten because runoff can arrive from outside the visible canyon. Check Grand Wash Road status.
Highlights
Grand Wash Trail, Capitol Reef National Park, Utah canyon hike, narrows, NPS trail
Why find a buddy
Strong option for families and social hikers. Match on endpoint logistics, heat tolerance, turnaround plan and willingness to cancel for flash-flood risk.
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Route conditions, access, services and transport can change. Verify time-sensitive information before departure.