Are dogs allowed on Cassidy Arch via Frying Pan Trail?

No, dogs are not permitted on Cassidy Arch via Frying Pan Trail. This is typical in many national parks and wildlife refuges — check for a nearby dog-friendly alternative.

Do I need a permit to hike Cassidy Arch via Frying Pan Trail?

No, Cassidy Arch via Frying Pan Trail does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Cassidy Arch via Frying Pan Trail?

Cassidy Arch via Frying Pan Trail is rated difficult. It is 7.8 miles long with 2,848 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

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DifficultOut and Back

Capitol Reef National Park/Utah

Cassidy Arch via Frying Pan Trail

Torrey, Utah

7.8 mi

Distance

2,848 ft

Elev. Gain

3h 48m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Difficult

Difficulty

About This Trail

We don't have an editorial description for Cassidy Arch via Frying Pan Trail in our cache yet. The planning stats above (distance, elevation gain, estimated time, route type) come from the source listed on this trail.

For current conditions, closures, and route notes, check the official sources below — they're the authority for this trail, not us. Spot something we should add?

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:1,668 ft

Max:1,971 ft

868 ft

Trail Details

No dogs
Kid-friendly

Route Type: Out & Back
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

Managed by National Park Service

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Source of truth

National Park Service unit page
Alerts, conditions, and the unit's plan-your-visit page.

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Operator:435-425-3791
Address:52 West Headquarters Drive · Torrey, UT · 84775

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.

Hunt context

This trail crosses hunting units

During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the Utah hunting page

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Cassidy Arch via Frying Pan Trail

About This Trail

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

Elevation Profile

Trail Details

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This trail crosses hunting units

Nearby Trails

Cohab to South Fruita Overlook

Cohab Canyon Trail

Fremont River Trail

Fremont Gorge Trail

Capitol Reef Petroglyph Trail

Fruita Trail

Other trails in Capitol Reef National Park

Hickman Bridge Trail

Cassidy Arch Trail

Grand Wash Trail via Northeast Trailhead

Navajo Knobs Trail

Capitol Gorge to Tanks Trail

Cohab Canyon Trail

Campgrounds near this trail

Fruita Campground

Capitol Reef Fruita Campground

Manti-LaSal National Forest Upper Joes Valley Campground

Capitol Reef Dispersed Camping

Route 24 Dispersed Camping - Capitol Reef

Cooks Mesa Trailhead Dispersed

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