Crack Canyon Trailhead

BLM Bureau of Land Management · Dispersed

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Conditions

Road Access Not recorded
Season Not recorded
Campfires Not recorded
Boondock Access Not recorded

The managing agency hasn't published road access, season or campfire rules for this campground. The description and directions below often mention it — and it's worth calling the agency before a long drive.

Features

Warning Flood Risk
Style Boondocking

Campground Stats

Total Sites0

Location

38.64291667, -110.7452139

Description

Crack Canyon is one of the many slot canyons in the Muddy Creek Wilderness Area. This hike can be accessed by the Behind the Reef Road. The canyon has three sections on narrows that can be completed by experiences hikers and is often combined with Chute Canyon to form a loop. Spring and Fall are ideal times to hike these canyons. Always be aware of the extreme flash flood potential.

Directions

From the intersection of I-70 and UT-24, head south on UT-24 for 24 miles. Turn west on Temple Mountain Road (see signs for Goblin Valley State Park) and continue for 7.3 miles. Turn southwest on EM1016 (Behind the Reef Road) and follow this road for 4.1 miles until stopping at a trailhead/parking area on the left.

Activities

Accessible Facility or Activity HIKING PHOTOGRAPHY

Details

Phone435-636-3600
Email[email protected]

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