Giant Logs Trail
A short museum-side loop past some of Petrified Forest's largest and most colorful logs.
Route overview
Giant Logs Trail in Arizona.
Beginning behind Rainbow Forest Museum, the route climbs among massive petrified trunks including Old Faithful, a log nearly ten feet wide at its base.
Trail facts
- Country
- United States
- Region
- Arizona
- Distance
- 0.6 km
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Elevation gain
- Not published by official source
- Best season
- Check current official seasonal access and conditions
- Trail type
- Loop
Safety context
Several stairs and grades up to 19.1% make the route more demanding than its length suggests. Keep off logs and slopes, carry water even on short walks and use the museum area for current conditions. Check current official conditions, closures, weather and access rules before departure.
Several stairs and grades up to 19.1% make the route more demanding than its length suggests. Keep off logs and slopes, carry water even on short walks and use the museum area for current conditions.
Highlights
Giant Logs Trail, Petrified Forest National Park, Arizona hiking, Painted Desert, NPS trail
Why find a buddy
Good for families and visitors with limited time, provided all members can manage stairs. Match around stair tolerance, rest frequency and fossil interpretation.
Primary source
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Route conditions, access, services and transport can change. Verify time-sensitive information before departure.