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View to the west on Quail Creek Trail, Red Cliffs Desert Reserve - Photo by Tom Garrison

Quail Creek Trail in the Red Cliffs Desert Reserve

This hike is a bit unusual for the southwest desert, much of it is hiking through a shaded riparian area of cottonwoods and willows alongside Quail Creek. It also features magnificent views of the red sandstone mountains and cliffs to the north and west.
103_0472 - Huge sandstone rocks along Chuckwalla Trail, November 2025 - Photo by Tom Garrison

Beck Hill Trail via (by way of) Chuckwalla Trail

This merged out and back trail includes beautiful red rock formations, some distant arches, great views, and wildlife sighting opportunities.
103_0348 - Deb on Sand Hill Trail, Red Cliffs Desert Reserve, September 2025 - Photo by Tom Garrison

Sand Hill Trail in the Red Cliffs Desert Reserve

If you like slogging through loose sand for a good workout, Sand Hill Trail is for you. Along with the workout are some spectacular views to the north of canyons...
Washington County Rescues 16 Hikers After They Run Out of Water

Thirst Traps: 16 Hikers Rescued in Washington County After Running Out...

Three separate rescues in Washington County over two days highlight the dangers of dehydration on Southern Utah trails. A total of 16 hikers ran out of water and required emergency help.
Hiking Southern Utah: White Reef/Leeds Reef Loop Trail in Red Cliffs Desert Reserve is a natural setting with fantastic views about 10 miles from St. George.

Hiking Southern Utah: White Reef/Leeds Reef Loop Trail in Red Cliffs...

Hiking Southern Utah: White Reef/Leeds Reef Loop Trail in Red Cliffs Desert Reserve is a natural setting with fantastic views about 10 miles from St. George.
Bone Wash Trail - Photo By Tom Garrison

Bone Wash Trail in the Red Cliffs Desert Reserve

If you want a hike that isn’t crowded and the latter part is spectacular, give Bone Wash Trail a try.
Hiking Southern Utah Johnson Canyon and Scout Cave

Hiking Southern Utah: Johnson Canyon and Scout Cave

The hike to Johnson Canyon is a short one that packs a lot of features into its one-mile length. Lava flows, a deep gorge, towering sandstone cliffs, a lush spring, a massive arch, and a box canyon all make for a spectacular hike that even the littlest legs can accomplish.
Exploring Southern Utah: Elephant Arch-media-1

Hiking Southern Utah: Elephant Arch

Hiking Southern Utah: Elephant Arch is a spectacular red-rock arch that requires considerable effort to reach but is well worth it.
Hiking Southern Utah: Pioneer Rim Trail is a close-by, worthwhile, easy hike with portions of impressive red rocks and views of St. George.

Hiking Southern Utah: Pioneer Rim Trail

Hiking Southern Utah: Pioneer Rim Trail is a close-by, worthwhile, easy hike with portions of impressive red rocks and views of St. George.
Triple Trail

Tipple Trail via (by way of) Red Reef East Trail

Triple Trail - If you want to explore a portion of this mining area and experience some splendid views of southwest Utah red sandstone mountains, then