Carmel Canyon Loop

This trail leads to the desert floor north of Goblin Valley. You have excellent views of the different layers of the Upper Jurassic sandstone formations; that is Entrada, Curtis, and Summerville. A few markers lead the way down to the desert floor, where you'll take in views of the Three Sisters formation. Stay left once you hit a larger wash and follow it. The path crosses the wash a few times before turning left into a small side canyon. The canyon constricts quickly into a short section of narrows, then leads back up to the Goblin Valley Road. The end of the loop can require some minor scrambling, so use caution on the loose rocks.