About
Length (round trip)3 mi
ShapeOut-and-Back
DifficultyModerate
Typical time2 hr 30 min
TrailheadParking lot for Rubey Point Trail
ParkingTo access the Rubey Point hike, take the Scenic Drive past the Nature Trail and Picnic Area. The Scenic Drive continues 4 miles up a steep incline on gravel road. If you are driving a RV or pulling a trailer behind your vehicle, we do not suggest continuing up this road. It is very narrow and there may not be any area large enough to turn your vehicle around. You are welcome to unhitch a trailer and leave it in the Visitor Center parking area. Rubey Point is accessed from the second gate whic...
SurfaceDirt
Best seasonThe Scenic Drive usually opens sometime in May and closes in October after the first snow storm. Please contact the visitor center to see if the scenic drive is open.
DogsNot allowed
AccessibilityThis trail is 3 miles round trip where you gain minimal elevation. The trail is located at approximately 7900 feet (2408 m) elevation. The trail is unmaintained and along an old road; as such the trail is rough and uneven. Service animals are allowed.
What you'll see ⛰️ Summit🌄 Big views🌊 River or creek

The hike to Rubey Point traverses a ridge to an overlook which provides a panoramic view. On clear days it is possible to see the Uinta Mountains and the Bear River and Monte Cristo Ranges. The unmaintained trail is along an old dirt road which is very uneven in places. The hike is 3 miles / 4.8 km out and back with minimal elevation gain. Please be cautious hiking at Fossil Butte National Monument. The trailhead is at an elevation of approximately 7900 ft (2408 m) in a desert; you will get sunburned and dehydrated more easily than at lower elevations. The air is also much thinner than at lower elevations and can put more strain on you.There is little shade on the trail and conditions can get very hot. Be sure to pack sunscreen, a hat, bug spray, and plenty of water.Avoid hiking during thunderstorms. Collecting fossils or other natural or cultural items is prohibited by federal law 36 CFR 2.1.

Tips
The park is open sunrise to sunset.
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Parking lot for Rubey Point Trail

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