Great Western Trail
1.0 mi
Distance
157 ft
Elev. Gain
24m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
Great Western Trail is a point-to-point trail in Dixie National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Garfield County, Utah. It is 1 mile long and gains 157 feet. The surface is dirt. Per Utah Geospatial Resource Center, it is open to horses. The nearest town is Tropic, Utah, about 12 miles away in a straight line.
From the trail data on this page. For conditions and closures, see official sources.
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,383 ft |
| High point | 0.8 mi | 2,433 ft |
| End | 1.0 mi | 2,421 ft |
Trail Details
Horse access: Utah Geospatial Resource Center, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Source of truth
- Dixie National Forest — official page
Park unit page with alerts and visitor information.
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Tropic, UT · about 12 mi away
- County:
- Garfield County, UT
- Jurisdiction:
- Dixie National Forest · United States Forest Service
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
Verify by phone or mail
- Operator:435-865-3700
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