Forsyth / Whipple Trail

Hike Name: Forsyth / Whipple Trail Location: southwest UT Length: 23 Submitted by: Michael L. Reid Date Submitted: 0/0/00 Rating:	more Utah trail reviews Utah national parks Utah state parks
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Description
This hike starts at an elevation of 5500 feet and proceeds up to 10400 in eight miles. The trail takes you through some extremely diverse terrain and magnificent views. One reaching the top you can see the magnificent views of Zion National Park and the volcano region of St. George / Snow Canyon. There is plenty of water along the route and little foot traffic. Definately one of the more pristine hikes in Southern Utah.

Directions to Hike
North 35 miles from St. George, Utah to Pine Valley, Utah. The trail head is clearly marked and on all maps of the Dixie National Forest / Pine Valley Wilderness Area.

Contact Information
Dixie National Forest
Pine Valley Center
132 East Main
Pine Valley, Utah 84781
(801) 574-2463

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