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Lower Calf Creek Falls Trail in Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument

The Lower Calf Creek Falls Trail in Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument offers hikers a journey through high-walled canyons, verdant creekside vegetation, and historical artifacts. Along the path, one can observe ancient Fremont granaries and pictographs, as well as beaver dams and desert varnish on sandstone cliffs. The trail culminates at a striking 126-foot waterfall that plunges into a clear pool, providing a refreshing oasis in the desert. #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #Nature #Waterfall #River #Canyon #Cliff

  • Distance: 5.9 mi
  • Elevation gain: 1,453 ft
  • Maximum elevation: 5,699 ft
  • Elevation loss: 1,453 ft
  • Minimum elevation: 5,358 ft
  • Moving time: 2 h 51 m
  • Moving speed: 2.1 mph
  • Maximum speed: 3.9 mph
  • Total time: 3 h 17 m
  • Global speed: 1.8 mph

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Trail profile

  • Distance: 5.9 mi
  • Elevation gain: 1,453 ft
  • Maximum elevation: 5,699 ft
  • Elevation loss: 1,453 ft
  • Minimum elevation: 5,358 ft
  • Moving time: 2 h 51 m
  • Moving speed: 2.1 mph
  • Maximum speed: 3.9 mph
  • Total time: 3 h 17 m
  • Global speed: 1.8 mph

About this trail

Name: Lower Calf Creek Falls Trail in Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: Calf Creek Campground, Lower Calf Creek Falls Trail, Garfield County, Utah, United States (37.79520 -111.41368)

End: Calf Creek Campground, UT 12, Boulder, Garfield County, Utah, United States (37.79513 -111.41368)

Coordinates: 37.79513 -111.41995 37.82896 -111.41064

Topography: Garfield County topographic map, elevation, terrain

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Lower Calf Creek Falls Trail in Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument

United States > Utah > Garfield County > Boulder

The Lower Calf Creek Falls Trail offers a captivating desert hike, leading you through a landscape of red sandstone walls and shaded creekside areas. Along the route, you'll encounter unique features such as ancient rock art and Fremont culture granaries, adding an intriguing historical dimension to the…

Distance: 6.5 mi • Elevation gain: 1,542 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,696 ft

Gear up for your next adventure:

🧣Merino Neck Gaiters - Multi-functional headwear for wind and sun protection
🚗GPS Dash Cams - Record your scenic drives through mountain passes and canyons
🚑Emergency Bivvies - Heat-reflective sleeping bags for survival situations
🧭Pro Hiking Compasses - High-accuracy liquid-filled compasses for topographic orientation
🏥Hiking First Aid Kits - Comprehensive medical kits for remote trail injuries

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