Iron Canyon Scenic Trail

Total Miles
3.2

Elevation

811.45 ft

Duration

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Technical Rating

2

Easy

Best Time

Spring, Fall, Winter

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Trail Overview

The Iron Canyon Scenic Trail is an easy-going dirt trail that winds its way around the Red Cliffs of Red Rock Canyon State Park. It's very easy-going as there are no major obstacles to worry about aside from a couple of minor hill climbs. The views are beautiful throughout the trail as you come in close proximity to the tall Cliffside's. There are fences all along the trail that prohibit foot travel due to the preservation of the birds of prey in the area, so please tread lightly and do not cross boundaries.

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Iron Canyon Scenic Trail
Iron Canyon Scenic Trail

Difficulty

90% of the trail is flat dirt roads and sand that can be easily traversed in 2WD. However there are minor hill climbs that 4WD/AWD may be necessary if it is wet or raining.

Technical Rating

2

Status Reports

Sharon Moore
Dec 13, 2024
4x4
Temporarily Closed
Posted Sign
Trail Restoration
A large section of this road at the Red Cliffs Natural Area end is close due to a serious washout. State Park ranger reported a 15 foot drop. They plan to repair it eventually but it could take a long time to get all the permits and funding lined up.
Aaron Osborn
Oct 17, 2024
4x4
Temporarily Closed
Posted Sign
Max Minshull
Jun 04, 2024
4x4
Temporarily Closed
Posted Sign
Closed from the Red Rock day use lot along river. Accessible from northern entrance.
Romain Laboisse
Mar 26, 2024
2020 Jeep Gladiator
Temporarily Closed
Posted Sign
You can still do almost the whole loop but will need to turn around right before returning to the road, and do the loop in reverse.

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