Purple Trail
3.7 mi
Distance
942 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 42m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
Purple Trail is a point-to-point trail in San Rafael Swell Recreation Area, in Emery County, Utah. It is 3.7 miles long and gains 942 feet. The nearest town is Hanksville, Utah, about 24 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 | 1,579 ft |
| High point | 3.4 mi | 1,867 ft |
| End | 3.7 mi | 1,861 ft |
Trail Details
- 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:
- Hanksville, UT · about 24 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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