Leeds Reef – Red Cliffs Desert Reserve

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Leeds Reef – Red Cliffs Desert Reserve

Leeds Reef is another trail that stems from the White Reef trailhead near the Red Cliffs Recreation Area.  Though the path follows parallel to the interstate, the trail...

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Trail Facts

Difficulty
Easy
Round Trip
2.9 mi
2.9 miles round trip
Hike Time
1 hour 10 mins
Elevation Gain
310 ft
Trail Type
Out & Back
From St. George
17.3 mi
Best Seasons
Spring, Fall, Winter
Permit
No Permit Required
Land Manager
BLM, Red Cliffs Desert Reserve
Cost
No Cost
Surface
Dirt Single Track
Best Time Of Day
Morning, Afternoon, Evening

Overview

Leeds Reef is another trail that stems from the White Reef trailhead near the Red Cliffs Recreation Area.  Though the path follows parallel to the interstate, the trail is wedged between small rack formations making it quiet.  There is a small incline which provides a great view of the desert reserve.

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Know Before You Go

Water
Water Available at Ranger Station/Lodge
Restrooms
Vault Toilets at Trailhead
Sun and shade
Full Sun Exposure
Camping
No Camping Available on Trail
Dogs
Allowed
Horses
Allowed
Bikes
Allowed
Permit
No Permit Required
Cost
No Cost
Group limit
No Limit
Surface
Dirt Single Track
Best time of day
Morning, Afternoon, Evening

Trail Map

Map of the route “Leeds Reef – Red Cliffs Desert Reserve”: 4,649 m, 111 m of climbing and 103 m of descent, elevation between 928 m and 1,023 m, time 01:06:53. It is a loop that starts and ends at 37.21157, -113.39762 (latitude, longitude).

Getting There

From St. George: 17.3 miles (21 mins driving)

Directions to trailhead (White Reef Trailhead): Take Interstate 15 north to Exit 22. At the end of the off-ramp, turn right onto Old Highway 91. Travel south 2 miles and turn right. Continue under two freeway tunnels (tunnels restrict vehicle size to less than 12 feet in height and width) then turn right to follow dirt road until area trailhead.

Leeds Reef trail begins about 0.1 miles from parking area.

Trailhead GPS: 37.21157, -113.397683

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