Hiking
Hurst Bridge
Eastern Reef
Overview
Fri
68°
|
37°
Sat
68°
|
45°
Sun
59°
|
44°
Mon
62°
|
40°
Tue
67°
|
40°
RATING: Easy Hiking / Moderate Route Finding
LENGTH: 3-5 hours (4.8 miles)
SEASON: Any, hot in the summer
WATER: None
Fri
68°
|
37°
Sat
68°
|
45°
Sun
59°
|
44°
Mon
62°
|
40°
Tue
67°
|
40°
Tucked in a canyon high on the slopes of the Eastern San Rafael Reef, Hurst Bridge is a gem. The bridge itself is quite interesting and scenic, but the views of Ernie Canyon, the La Sals, the San Rafael Desert and surrounding areas make this a hike not to be missed. It offers big views.
Many had warned me finding the arch was exceedingly difficult. I would rate it as moderate navigation. Getting to the general area is not particularly difficult, though may take some persistence to find the actual arch once in the area. It is well tucked away.
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Photos
Hurst Bridge - San Rafael Swell
Lucy with the Thumb Tower in the background - Hurst Bridge
Big View into Ernie Canyon - Hurst Bridge
Just before reaching Hurst Bridge - San Rafael Swell
Looking back at Hurst Bridge
Hurst Bridge
Views back toward the trailhead of Ernie Canyon
Hurst Bridge
Hurst Bridge