Posted in Utah Nature February 11, 2018 by

This Quaint Little Trail Is The Shortest And Sweetest Hike In Utah

Whether you’re looking for a simple nature trail or a five-day backpacking excursion, Utah has the trail for you. With hundreds of trails around the state, there’s definitely something for everyone. Here’s one of the shortest and sweetest hikes in Utah, and it ends with a stunning view.

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The Mesa Arch Trail at Canyonlands National Park is a short, half-mile loop trail.
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The trailhead is located in the Sky District of the park, along Grand View Point Road.
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You'll find a parking lot right at the trail head.
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The trail is easy, with an elevation change of just 121 feet.
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Along the way, you'll see interesting rock formations and big sky views.
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At the apex of the loop, you'll come to Mesa Arch. The view through the arch is especially photogenic.
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Bonus: Get there before sunrise and you'll be rewarded with an even more incredible sight.
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If you're looking for an iconic "Utah" hike with a spectacular view, but that requires almost no effort - this is the hike for you!

Looking for more short hikes? Here are 12 Utah hikes that are all less than five miles, round trip.