Middleton Powerline – Red Cliffs Desert Reserve

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Moderate5 to 10 miOut & BackDogs welcomeNo Permit RequiredRed Cliffs Desert Reserve

Middleton Powerline – Red Cliffs Desert Reserve

Located behind the industrial zone, Middleton Powerline trail is a simple trail great for walking a dog. The trail immediately descends and runs for about 3.6 miles...

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Trail Facts

Difficulty
Moderate
Round Trip
7.1 mi
7.1 miles round trip
Hike Time
2 hour 15 mins
Elevation Gain
720 ft
Trail Type
Out & Back
From St. George
4.8 mi
Best Seasons
Great Year Round
Permit
No Permit Required
Land Manager
Red Cliffs Desert Reserve
Cost
No Cost
Surface
Dirt Double Track, Sandy
Best Time Of Day
Morning, Evening

Overview

Located behind the industrial zone, Middleton Powerline trail is a simple trail great for walking a dog. The trail immediately descends and runs for about 3.6 miles until connecting with Mill Creek trail.  It is almost a straight shot as it follows a power line, hence the name.  There are a few hills but the path is very easy to follow.  Connections with Cottontail, Ice House, and Mustang Pass can be accessed throughout the path.  Ultimately, Middleton Powerline is a simple trail.  It is a bit sandy but there is a good view of the mountains of the Red Cliffs Desert Reserve 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
No Camping Available on Trail
Dogs
Allowed
Horses
Allowed
Bikes
Not allowed
Permit
No Permit Required
Cost
No Cost
Group limit
No Limit
Surface
Dirt Double Track, Sandy
Best time of day
Morning, Evening

Trail Map

Map of the route “Middleton Powerline – Red Cliffs Desert Reserve”: 11,345 m, 435 m of climbing and 435 m of descent, elevation between 938 m and 1,026 m, time 02:07:02. It is a loop that starts and ends at 37.15086, -113.56718 (latitude, longitude).

Getting There

From St. George: 4.8 miles (11 mins driving)

Directions to Trailhead:  Head North on S 1000 E.  Turn right onto E Red Hills Pkwy and follow road to turn left onto Cottonwood Springs Rd.  Continue straight as road becomes Old Dump Rd.  Trailhead will be on the right after about 2 miles.  There is a water structure that kind of blocks the trailhead but the trail can be accessed right off Old Dump Road.

Trailhead GPS: 37.150851, -113.567199

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