Alger Hollow - Red Cliffs Desert Reserve
Difficulty Level: Easy
Distance: 4.2 miles round trip
TRAIL SUMMARY
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.
TRAIL DETAILS
DIFFICULTY LEVEL
Easy
ROUND TRIP LENGTH
4.2 miles round trip
AVERAGE HIKE TIME
GPS COORDINATES
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
BLM, Red Cliffs Desert Reserve
DISTANCE FROM ST GEORGE
15.2 miles (26 mins driving)
RESTROOM FACILITIES
No Restroom Available
HIKERS ALLOWED
Yes
DOGS ALLOWED
Yes, on 6 ft leash
BIKERS ALLOWED
Yes
EQUESTRIAN ALLOWED
Yes
HIKE TYPE
Out & Back
BEST TIME OF THE YEAR TO HIKE
Spring, Fall, Winter
BEST TIME OF THE DAY TO HIKE
Morning, Midday
GROUP LIMIT
No Limit
PERMIT INFORMATION
No Permit Required
COST
No Cost
WATER SOURCES AVAILABLE
No Water Sources Available
CAMP SITES
Camping Available only in Designated Camping Area
TRAIL CONDITIONS
Dirt Single Track, Dirt Double Track, Sandy
SUN EXPOSURE
Full Sun Exposure
DIRECTIONS TO TRAILHEAD
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.
FLORA AND FAUNA
Plants: Typical plant life for Southern Utah lowland hiking.
Animals: Typical animal life for Southern Utah lowland hiking.
TRAIL REPORT
Coming Soon.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Spencer McMullin
Spencer McMullin is originally from Connecticut but has deep ties to the Southern Utah area. His passion for adventure and photography has lead him to HikeStGeorge.
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