Near Lava Canyon Loop
Hiking a section of the trail that drops off on one side... the views are gorgeous!
Near Lava Canyon Loop
One of the many waterfalls along the hike!
Near Lava Canyon Loop
The view of the Muddy River off of the side of the Lava Canyon Trail.
Near Lava Canyon Loop
Lava Canyon
Near Lava Canyon Loop
Lava Canyon

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Lava Canyon Loop

4.5 (2 Ratings)
A loop around the interpretive Lava Canyon Trail.
1.2
mi
Distance
274
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
River/CreekViewsWaterfall

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.19mi
Distance
274ft
Elevation Gain
274ft
Elevation Loss
40%
Max Grade
2,842ft
High Point
2,569ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
Hike around some slick rock trail around the Lava Canyon area, crossing over the canyon twice. Use caution, as this trail is very slick when wet! The polished lava rock makes for some interesting, however slippery, trail surface. This is an easy path to follow around, crossing a wobbly bridge at the north end (even if it makes you nervous, try to stop at the middle and look up the canyon!) and heading back up to the parking lot. The loop can be traveled in either direction.

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