Rusty Cliffs – Red Cliffs Desert Reserve
Named after the brown and red rust like mountains, Rusty Cliffs almost follows highway 18 for 3.33 miles. The trail very well marked and somewhat easy to follow. ...
Trail Facts
Overview
Named after the brown and red rust like mountains, Rusty Cliffs almost follows highway 18 for 3.33 miles. The trail very well marked and somewhat easy to follow. During the stretches that are unclear, there is almost always a sign visible in the distance or rock formations that guide. The path is sandy at times and does have an occasional incline. Throughout the hike there is a great view of the red mountains and St. George. The path winds until reaching the trail for City Creek at an underpass under Red Hills Pkwy. The hike is often used for horse riding.
Know Before You Go
Trail Map
Map of the route “Rusty Cliffs – Red Cliffs Desert Reserve”: 10,887 m, 474 m of climbing and 471 m of descent, elevation between 942 m and 1,066 m, time 02:48:03. It is a loop that starts and ends at 37.16834, -113.61539 (latitude, longitude).
Getting There
From St. George: 6.6 miles (11 mins driving)
Head south on S 700 E. Turn right onto Bluff St. Keep right to continue on State Rd 18 N. Continue straight towards Pine Valley for about 2.6 miles. After the bend, there is a turn on the right with space to park. This is also used as an entrance for private property so please respect the the owners. There is a step over into the trail and a sign that indicates the beginning.
Trailhead GPS: 37.16832, -113.615369
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