Roadside Attraction Trachyte Falls
Trachyte
Overview
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Thu 98 | 71 |
Fri 97 | 67 |
Sat 98 | 70 |
Sun 99 | 70 |
Mon 99 | 71 |
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Thu 98 | 71 |
Fri 97 | 67 |
Sat 98 | 70 |
Sun 99 | 70 |
Mon 99 | 71 |
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Blue Sky - Trachyte
Years ago I was doing a loop hike down one of Trachyte's side canyons, then up to the Trachyte bridge. 15 minutes from the bridge I was surprised to find a small, shallow gorge and falls created by Trachyte Creek crossing through a harder sandstone layer.
Since then, I've visited many, many times. The slickrock around the falls is a great place to spend a lazy afternoon in the sun, and the stream provides a place for the dog (or kids) to play. Not more than a few inches deep, it doesn't provide a swimming hole, though. In all of my visits, I've found it flowing all but once, in full summer (July). Even if Trachyte is not flowing at the bridge, it often re-emerges just above the small falls, presumably as it hits the harder sandstone layer underground.
Though not a destination, this is a great stop to stretch your legs or hang out at after a long day of driving or canyoneering.
The Small Falls - Trachyte
More of The Small Falls - Trachyte
Getting There
Go south out of Hanksville on highway 95 about 26 miles to its junction with 276 to Bullfrog. Go on 276 toward Bullfrog/Ticaboo for 4.5 miles to the bridge over Trachyte Creek. There is a spur road right before the bridge on the left that provides a good parking spot.
Fantastic Colors - Trachyte
More Fantastic Colors - Trachyte
Route
From the trailhead, it is an easy 15-minute hike downstream to where the canyon makes a bend to the right and the Trachyte Falls, and small gorge are. Return the way you came.
Photos
Maps
| Trailhead |
12S 537213E 4201255N 37°57'29"N 110°34'35"W |
| Falls |
12S 538140E 4201035N 37°57'22"N 110°33'57"W |