Naturalist Basin
0.3 mi
Distance
131 ft
Elev. Gain
11m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Naturalist Basin is a point-to-point trail in Wasatch National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Duchesne County, Utah. It is 0.3 miles long and gains 131 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Samak, Utah, about 23 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 | 3,281 ft |
| End | 0.3 mi | 3,328 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed Jul 1–Oct 31
Bike and horse access: USDA Forest Service, 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
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Samak, UT · about 23 mi away
- County:
- Duchesne County, UT
- Jurisdiction:
- Wasatch National Forest · United States Forest Service
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