Cliff Hanger

Total Miles
4.3

Elevation

1,517.36 ft

Duration

4 Hours

Technical Rating

7

Difficult

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall

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Trail Overview

Cliff Hanger, as the name indicates, winds up and around high jagged cliffs, providing plenty of difficult obstacles along the way. Beginning with a challenging descent from the Kane Creeek road to the creek bottom, the route continues out of the canyon over steep ledges offering breathtaking views into Jackson Hole. The final reward is a jaw-dropping overlook above the Colorado river. The backdrop is phenomenal, and mountain bikers often ride in this area as well. Be courteous and careful. Helmets recommended.

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Cliff Hanger
Cliff Hanger

Difficulty

Difficult. Strictly hard-core. No stock SUVs. Huge ledge along cliff edge at 2.6 miles is not for the faint of heart. At Wpt. 03, if you're not careful, it is easy to slide sideways and roll over.

Technical Rating

7

Status Reports

William Heuer
Sep 21, 2023
4x4
Open
Rough/Deteriorated
Ron Fulwider
Apr 05, 2023
4x4
Open
Matt Hutsell
Apr 03, 2023
4x4
Open

Access Description

From Hwy.191 on south side of Moab, head west on Kane Creek Road. Bear left at the first fork, and continue south along river. After large parking area on right at 4.7 miles, road turns left and heads downhill. Go another 1.1 miles to start of trail on right.

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