About
Length8.7 mi
ShapeLoop
DifficultyModerate
Elevation gain800 ft up
Typical time4 hr 45 min
TrailheadSquaw Flat trailhead, The Needles
SurfaceCanyon bottom, slickrock, one ladder
Best seasonSpring and autumn. Summer highs exceed 100F with no shade and no water on any trail.
DogsNot allowed
What you'll see 🌄 Big views🦌 Wildlife

This loop hike is a bit more challenging, with one ladder and some difficult sections of climbing between the two canyons. Roundtrip Distance : 8.7 mi (14 km) Time : 4-6 hrs Overall Elevation Change : 404 ft (123 m) Cumulative elevation gain on this route is much greater. Difficulty : Strenuous Hike Description : A wonderful loop hike with some difficult sections climbing between two canyons. Riparian areas in both canyons attract birds and other wildlife. Route in Lost Canyon passes through dense vegetation and may be very wet. One ladder must be climbed. Bring : Water (at least 1 L per person, per hour), snacks, sturdy footwear, headlamp, map, and be prepared for, sun, rain, heat, or cold. Accessibility : This trail can be rough, uneven, and requires climbing rock surfaces and one ladder. It is not accessible to wheelchairs. In winter, there may be snow or icy conditions; we recommend traction devices for hikers. Dogs are not allowed on this trail. Service animals are allowed in national parks. What is a service animal?

Tips
Lost Canyon can hold water and even require wading after storms - the one place in the district where that happens.
Location

Squaw Flat trailhead, The Needles

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