Alger Hollow – Red Cliffs Desert Reserve

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Easy2 to 5 miOut & BackNo Permit RequiredBLMRed Cliffs Desert Reserve

Alger Hollow – Red Cliffs Desert Reserve

Starting from Diamond Valley, Alger Hollow is an easy trail that connects with Lange's Dugway.  The trail goes deep into the Red Cliffs Desert Reserve where hikers can...

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Trail Facts

Difficulty
Easy
Round Trip
4.2 mi
4.2 miles round trip
Hike Time
1 hour 25 minutes
Elevation Gain
250 ft
Trail Type
Out & Back
From St. George
15.2 mi
Best Seasons
Spring, Fall, Winter
Permit
No Permit Required
Land Manager
BLM, Red Cliffs Desert Reserve
Cost
No Cost
Surface
Dirt Single Track, Dirt Double Track, Sandy
Best Time Of Day
Morning, Midday

Overview

Starting from Diamond Valley, Alger Hollow is an easy trail that connects with Lange's Dugway.  The trail goes deep into the Red Cliffs Desert Reserve where hikers can see a unique view of St. George and even Snow Canyon.  Deer and other wildlife are often seen along the path.  The path offers a great view of Pine Valley Mountain throughout the hike.

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Know Before You Go

Water
No Water Sources Available
Restrooms
No Restroom Available
Sun and shade
Full Sun Exposure
Camping
Camping Available only in Designated Camping Area
Dogs
Yes, on 6 ft leash
Horses
Allowed
Bikes
Allowed
Permit
No Permit Required
Cost
No Cost
Group limit
No Limit
Surface
Dirt Single Track, Dirt Double Track, Sandy
Best time of day
Morning, Midday

Trail Map

Getting There

From St. George: 15.2 miles (26 mins driving)

Directions to Trailhead:  Follow S 700 E to Bluff St.  Keep right to continue on State Rd 18 N and Merge onto UT-18 N/Bluff St. Take right onto Diamond Valley Dr and follow for 0.3 mi.  Turn right onto Sapphire Dr.  Continue onto Sapphire Trail. Turn right onto W Amethyst Dr.  The trailhead is on the right.

It is called "Diamond Valley East Trailhead," but there is a sign for Lava Rocks Trailhead.  Parking and hike information is found at trailhead.

Trailhead GPS: 37.242552, -113.590067

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