Near Short Draw
Wintertime hiking.
Near Short Draw
The long sky from Short Draw.
Near Short Draw
Spring recreation in on the Uplands Loop near the Saltese Uplands Conservation Area.
Near Short Draw
Mosses and lichens are perfect examples of high desert ecology, and can be seen on the Short Draw Trail.

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Short Draw

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This trail moves uphill through a draw connecting the south and north traverses of the Uplands Loop.
0.6
mi
Distance
251
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingViewsWildflowers

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.64mi
Distance
251ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
30%
Max Grade
2,332ft
High Point
2,081ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Short Draw is a straightforward singletrack that connects on both ends with the Uplands Loop. Sign posts at either end of the trail mark the cutoff points to the trail, and while there are a number of lesser used social trails that connect with Short Draw, it is fairly easy to follow the well-maintained tread northeast (or southwest) to reconnect with the Uplands Loop. While the bottom of this trail (southern end) is rocky and relatively dry, as you move uphill, you'll go through some marshy/wet areas due to underground springs. The hills rise up on either side of the draw and the Saltese Flats are visible through the entirety of this trail. The northern end of the draw connects just to the east of the Summit Loop trail.

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Contributors
Carol Christensen