About
Length (round trip)1 mi
ShapeOut-and-Back
DifficultyHard
Elevation gain500 ft up
Typical time1 hr 30 min
TrailheadSlaughter Canyon, southern park
SurfaceVery steep rocky switchbacks to the cave mouth
Best seasonTemperatures in the summer can reach over 100 degF (38 degC). Hike early in the day and bring water.
DogsNot allowed
AccessibilityTrail is narrow, rocky, and moderately steep.
What you'll see 🌄 Big views🕳️ Cave or arch

Gaining 500 feet (152 m) in elevation over a rugged 0.5 mile (1 km) path, the views of Slaughter Canyon are spectacular. Considered a difficult trail, hikers generally take about 45 minutes to go from the parking area to the cave entrance. The cave itself can only be seen on a ranger-guided tour.

Tips
Five hundred feet in half a mile just to reach the entrance. The cave itself is ranger-led by lantern only and must be booked well ahead - there are no lights and no paved paths inside.
Location

Slaughter Canyon, southern park

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