Whiptail Trail – Snow Canyon State Park
Running from the southern entrance of Snow Canyon to Upper Galoot, Whiptail Trail is a staple within the State Park. Round trip, the asphalt path is about 5.5 miles...
Trail Facts
Overview
Running from the southern entrance of Snow Canyon to Upper Galoot, Whiptail Trail is a staple within the State Park. Round trip, the asphalt path is about 5.5 miles long and very easy to follow. Signs along the way help mark the way and indicate the many other trails that can be accessed off of Whiptail Trail. Johnson Canyon, West Canyon, Pioneer Names, Sand Dunes, Hidden Pinyon, and Red Sands can all be accessed Whiptail. Bikers are often found along the trail and hikers should be ready to share the path.
Overall, Whiptail Trail provides a scenic route through Snow Canyon State Park. Entrance Fee is required.
Know Before You Go
Trail Map
Map of the route “Whiptail Trail – Snow Canyon State Park”: 8,622 m, 182 m of climbing and 183 m of descent, elevation between 967 m and 1,086 m, time 02:12:58. It is a loop that starts and ends at 37.18019, -113.64460 (latitude, longitude).
Getting There
From St. George: 8.8 miles (17 mins driving)
Directions to Trailhead. From I-15 take exit 6 onto Bluff Street and head north toward Pine Valley Mountain for about 3.5 miles. Turn left onto Snow Canyon Parkway and continue about 4 miles. Turn right on Snow Canyon Dr and follow this road for about 1 mile. You will see a Trailhead on your right. You can park on the left.
The link and directions above lead to parking area at Johnson Canyon. As mentioned above, Whiptail Trail starts at the southern entrance to Snow Canyon and connects to Upper Galoot. Entrance Fee is required.
Trailhead GPS: 37.180631, -113.644733
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