Established Camping

Short Creek Trail

Short Creek Trail is located near the Utah-Arizona border, featuring rocky terrain and desert landscapes. Temperatures can range from 30°F in winter to 100°F in summer. Nearby attractions include Zion National Park and Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park, offering additional outdoor activities for campers.

Description

Bureau of Land Management

BLM Land — St. George Field Office

Recommended Users: Hikers. 2.7 miles in length. Difficulty: Moderate. From Squirrel Canyon Trailhead, follows sand trail along Short Creek, continues past the Squirrel Canyon trail turn off.

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Location

Short Creek Trail is located in Utah

Directions

Take I-15 N. Take exit 16 for state Hwy 9 toward Hurricane/Zion National Park. Keep right at the fork and merge onto State Hwy 9 E/W State St. Turn Left at the 1st cross street onto UT-59 S/E 100 S. Continue to follow Ut-59 S. Continue. Continue on Utah Ave. Drive to Water Canyon Rd. Follow dirt road to Parking area.