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Gooseberry Mesa National Recreation Trail/Utah

Secret

6.1 mi

Distance

269 ft

Elev. Gain

2h 4m

Est. Time

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Secret Trail is a 6.1-mile trail located near the Gooseberry Mesa National Recreation Trail area. With minimal elevation gain of just 66 feet, this trail is classified as easy and should appeal to hikers looking for a gentler terrain. The trail winds through a mesa landscape, offering expansive views typical of this region. Although it is not a loop, the trail can provide an out-and-back experience through the Utah desert environment.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

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Hazards & Warnings

exposure to sun

Elevation Profile

Min:1,562 ft
Max:1,632 ft
127 ft
88 ft
1,562 ft1,586 ft1,609 ft1,632 ft0.0 mi1.5 mi3.1 mi4.6 mi6.1 mi

Trail Details

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Managed by National Recreation Area

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We display cached information from agency feeds. Hours, fees, permits, closures, fire restrictions, and conditions change without notice. Outdoors is not the permitting authority. Confirm current conditions for this trail using the links above before you go — you are responsible for compliance. Last verified by us: Jul 27, 2026. Spot an error in our data?

Best Seasons

SpringFall

Highlights

expansive viewsmesa landscape

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Hunt context

This trail crosses hunting units

During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the Utah hunting page

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