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Daytime

Red Cliffs Ridge Walk

Start your morning with a quiet hike along the ridge before the heat sets in.

Best time: noneAbout 180 min

Timeline

  1. 08:00

    Red Cliffs Desert Reserve

    Begin at the Red Cliffs Desert Reserve. Take the Owen's Loop Trail, a 3-mile round trip that starts just north of the old downtown. This ridge trail offers stunning views of the surrounding desert landscape and is popular for hiking.

  2. 09:30

    Green Spring Park

    Walk to Green Spring Park. Located 42 minutes southwest of the reserve, this park provides a peaceful spot to rest, have a snack, or enjoy the shade after your hike.

  3. 11:00

    Green Spring Park

    End your outing by lingering at Green Spring Park. It is a good place to decompress and reflect on the morning’s walk before heading back.

Local tip

The Owen's Loop Trail is a moderate hike. Bring water and wear sturdy shoes suitable for desert terrain. Since there are no food shops listed in the immediate vicinity, plan to bring your own snacks or eat before or after your visit.

Check before you go

  • The Red Cliffs Desert Reserve is free to enter.
  • Check local weather conditions before heading out, as daytime temperatures can vary significantly.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to St. George (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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