Horse Thief Trail
4.3 mi
Distance
955 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 55m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Difficult
Difficulty
About This Trail
Horse Thief Trail is a point-to-point trail in San Rafael Swell Recreation Area, in Emery County, Utah. It is 4.3 miles long and gains 955 feet. Per Utah Geospatial Resource Center, it is open to horses. The nearest town is Green River, Utah, about 12 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 1,361 ft |
| High point | 1.2 mi | 1,636 ft |
| End | 4.3 mi | 1,396 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
Official sources & verification
Managed by National Recreation Area
Managing agency
- National Recreation Area
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Green River, UT · about 12 mi away
- County:
- Emery County, UT
- Jurisdiction:
- San Rafael Swell Recreation Area
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
Verify by phone or mail
- Operator:435-636-3600
- Email:utprmail@blm.gov
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