Leeds Reef - Red Cliffs Desert Reserve
Difficulty Level: Easy
Distance: 2.9 miles round trip
TRAIL SUMMARY
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.
TRAIL DETAILS
DIFFICULTY LEVEL
Easy
ROUND TRIP LENGTH
2.9 miles round trip
AVERAGE HIKE TIME
GPS COORDINATES
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
BLM, Red Cliffs Desert Reserve
DISTANCE FROM ST GEORGE
17.3 miles (21 mins driving)
RESTROOM FACILITIES
Vault Toilets at Trailhead
HIKERS ALLOWED
Yes
DOGS ALLOWED
Yes
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, Afternoon, Evening
GROUP LIMIT
No Limit
PERMIT INFORMATION
No Permit Required
COST
No Cost
WATER SOURCES AVAILABLE
Water Available at Ranger Station/Lodge
CAMP SITES
No Camping Available on Trail
TRAIL CONDITIONS
Dirt Single Track
SUN EXPOSURE
Full Sun Exposure
DIRECTIONS TO TRAILHEAD
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.
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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