Established Camping
Squirrel Mountain Trail
Squirrel Mountain Trail in Utah offers a landscape of rugged terrain with elevations that provide expansive views. Temperatures can range from highs in the 90s during summer to lows in the 20s in winter. Nearby attractions include Zion National Park and the Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park, providing opportunities for hiking and exploration.
Description
Recommended Users: Hikers. Route. 6 total miles in length. Difficulty: Moderate. This hike goes to the the top of Canaan Mountain. This hike contains slickrock and an area know as the beehive. It offers great views of Zion National Park and surrounding area.
Location
Squirrel Mountain 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.
Coordinates
37.03935956 N
112.94034 W
Detours Nearby
Zion Glamping Adventures
11 min away
Land Beyond Zion Stars & Sunsets
21 min away
Drive Time
- 54 min from St. George
- 2 hrs 36 min from Las Vegas
- 3 hrs 46 min from Flagstaff
- 4 hrs 58 min from Prescott Valley
Access
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
