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Red Hollow to Thors Hideout

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Short hike up beautiful canyon with stunning sandstone.
1.9
mi
Distance
597
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Wildflowers

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.88mi
Distance
597ft
Elevation Gain
597ft
Elevation Loss
35%
Max Grade
6,554ft
High Point
6,003ft
Low Point
Path Type
There and Back
Description
Start by parking at the Red Hollow Parking lot and hike north on an obvious wide trail. Follow the path as it climbs up the canyon paralleling a large sandstone slab on your left. This is known to local climbers as the Bowling Alley and you may even see climbers attempting to climb this feature with ropes and protective gear. Eventually this trail leads you to an intersection where you'll take a right onto the last section of Thor's Hideout trail. This intersection is marked by a wooden fence and has clear signage pointing to the Thor's Hideout trail. As you hike the last short distance Look out for a rock and wooden throne marked with the word 'Thor' written on the large sandstone slab on its back. Expect a variety of wildflowers in the spring months and not much shade, as it is a pretty exposed trail. Once here, retrace your steps back to the car.Alternatively, you can also hike this trail from the Thunderbird Trailhead. Both options are great, but the trail from Red Hollow feels a bit more direct and there are less side paths to become misplaced on.

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