Tortoise Walk - Snow Canyon State Park
Difficulty Level: Easy
Distance: 0.3 miles round trip
TRAIL SUMMARY
Tortoise Walk is the best excursion in Snow Canyon State Park for kids. The trail is short, easy to walk, and educational. Along the path are multiple pillars with information regarding desert tortoises and other wildlife living within Snow Canyon. Because the trail is short, it is easy to keep an eye on kids as they run ahead. Strollers are not recommended but are doable. The trail’s focus point is a neat statue of a desert tortoise which really captures the essence of Snow Canyon. Views along the trail are also spectacular and overall, the trail is great for all!
TRAIL DETAILS
DIFFICULTY LEVEL
Easy
ROUND TRIP LENGTH
0.3 miles round trip
AVERAGE HIKE TIME
GPS COORDINATES
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
Snow Canyon State Park
DISTANCE FROM ST GEORGE
12.7 miles (18 mins driving)
RESTROOM FACILITIES
Vault Toilets at Trailhead
HIKERS ALLOWED
Yes
DOGS ALLOWED
Yes, on 6 ft leash
BIKERS ALLOWED
No
EQUESTRIAN ALLOWED
No
HIKE TYPE
Out & Back
BEST TIME OF THE YEAR TO HIKE
Great Year Round
BEST TIME OF THE DAY TO HIKE
Any Time
GROUP LIMIT
No Limit
PERMIT INFORMATION
No Permit Required
COST
Snow Canyon State Park Pay: $10 – $15 a vehicle
WATER SOURCES AVAILABLE
Water Available at Trailhead
CAMP SITES
Camping Available only in Designated Camping Area
TRAIL CONDITIONS
Dirt Double Track
SUN EXPOSURE
Full Sun Exposure
DIRECTIONS TO TRAILHEAD
Directions to trailhead: Follow S 700 E to Bluff St then continue straight on UT-18 N after about 10 miles, turn left onto Snow Canyon Dr. Destination is on the left within the Upper Galoot 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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