Near Skull Crack Trail
A view of the reservoir from the trail.
Near Skull Crack Trail
A view through the trees from the Skull Crack Trail to the cliffs on the other side of Causey Reservoir.
Near Skull Crack Trail
A view from the Skull Crack Trail down to Causey Reservoir.

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Skull Crack Trail

4.6 (5 Ratings)
A pleasant trail bordering and overlooking Causey Reservoir and its spectacular rock formations.
2.6
mi
Distance
507
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsLakeLakefrontRiver/CreekSwimmingViewsWildflowersWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
2.56mi
Distance
507ft
Elevation Gain
467ft
Elevation Loss
45%
Max Grade
6,070ft
High Point
5,691ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
From the trailhead at the southern end of Causey Reservoir, this trail gradually ascends, paralleling the shore of the reservoir. The trail quickly gains access to great views of the reservoir, as well as the surrounding mountains. As the trail turns a corner and heads to the east, it starts to gain most of its actual elevation and quickly allows for some great views of the cliffs on the opposite side of the reservoir. The trail weaves in and out of several drainages, going past beautiful wild flowers (during the right season) and eventually drops down to where the Right Fork South Fork of the Ogden River runs into Causey Reservoir. This is one of the best trails for getting good views of the most beautiful parts of Causey Reservoir, and you can usually see lots of kayakers and cliff jumpers in the water as you go along this beautiful trail.

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