Paradise Rim – Red Cliffs Desert Reserve
Almost all trails within the Paradise Canyon area lead to Paradise Rim. The beginning of the trail is found about 0.5 miles into Halfway Wash and goes until connecting...
Trail Facts
Overview
Almost all trails within the Paradise Canyon area lead to Paradise Rim. The beginning of the trail is found about 0.5 miles into Halfway Wash and goes until connecting with Beck Hill and Gila Trail. Due to a steady incline and a few rocky stretches, this is a moderate hike. The trail mostly consists of a single dirt path and is well marked which makes it relatively easy to follow. True to its name, the trail ascends along a rim and holds connections with Halfway Wash, The Gap, Gecko, Turtle Wall, and Beck Hill. Because of these connections, Paradise Rim is often hiked as part of loop between other trails within the Chuckwalla area. The hike enters a scenic landscape which climbs to offer an amazing view over Entrada and Ivins. Bikers also enjoy the trail and often share the path. Hikers of all levels can enjoy this trail. However, because of a few rocky stretches, a lack of shade, and the additional access distance, the trail is not recommended as family friendly. A more family friendly hike to see the famous view of Paradise Rim can be accessed through Turtle Wall. The hike is dog friendly and hikers are advised to view connections to understand any additional distance.
Know Before You Go
Trail Map
Map of the route “Paradise Rim – Red Cliffs Desert Reserve”: 4,090 m, 227 m of climbing and 222 m of descent, elevation between 919 m and 1,004 m, time 01:14:00. It is a loop that starts and ends at 37.14486, -113.61326 (latitude, longitude).
Getting There
From St. George: 5.2 Miles (10 mins driving - 10 mins walking)
These directions lead to the starting point found along the Halfway Wash trail. The information provides directions to Halfway Wash's Trailhead, then includes information to the starting point for Paradise Rim.
IMPORTANT: The Trailhead for Halfway Wash is located and can be legally accessed in the Paradise Canyon residential development. Parking is not provided on these privately owned roads and on adjacent property. These directions lead to the accessible Trailhead within the development but visitors are asked to respect private property rights.
Directions to Halfway Wash Trailhead: From St George, follow 700 S to Bluff St. Turn right onto Bluff St and head north towards Snow Canyon. At Bluff St intersection, keep right on through the Ivins exit and take the left exit to turn onto W Snow Canyon Pkwy at the light. Continue on Snow Canyon Pkwy for 0.5 miles then turn right onto N Great Basin Dr. Follow N Great Basin Dr for 0.3 miles then turn left onto N Primrose Dr. The Halfway Wash Trailhead is located 0.1 miles down N Primrose Dr on the right. A small gazebo at trailhead is visible from road.
Walking Directions Via Halfway Wash: Follow Halfway Wash for about 0.5 miles until reaching a small clearing for a Biking area. The entrance for Paradise Rim is found to the left. There is a marker that indicates the starting point for Paradise Rim.
Trailhead GPS: 37.144806, -113.613083
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