Are dogs allowed on Honaker Trail?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Honaker Trail but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Honaker Trail?

No, Honaker 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 Honaker Trail?

Honaker Trail is rated difficult. It is 4.0 miles long with 2,080 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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We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

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DifficultOut and Back

Utah

Honaker Trail

Mexican Hat, Utah

4.0 mi

Distance

2,080 ft

Elev. Gain

2h 9m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Difficult

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

The trail descends over fifteen hundred feet to the San Juan River. The trail is steep and should be taken care of. It is important to pack enough water and time for your trip.

From Wikipedia

The Honaker Trail is a hiking trail located near Goosenecks State Park in southeastern Utah. Built in the late 1890s and early 1900s as a supply route for gold prospectors, the 2.5-mile (4.0 km) trail connects the deeply entrenched San Juan River with the canyon rim over 1,200 feet (370 m) above. Popular with geologists, the trail serves as the type locality for the Pennsylvanian Honaker Trail Formation. Fossilized crinoids and brachiopods, as well as trace fossils of other organisms are visible along portions of the trail.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:1,230 ft

Max:1,593 ft

634 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Out & Back
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

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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.

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