Panguitch Lake - Scenic Route

Total Miles
31.6

Elevation

2,994.56 ft

Duration

4.5 Hours

Technical Rating

2

Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall

Trail Overview

Travel on I-15 to exit 82. On the east side of the interstate to north on to frontage road. Continue north on the frontage road till you come upon the back side of the rest area off I-15. On the north side of the rest area, the start of Cottonwood Canyon will turn right. Follow along till you come upon the gate. Open the gate and enjoy the amazing and beautiful views that await.

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Panguitch Lake - Scenic Route
Panguitch Lake - Scenic Route

Difficulty

Trail is mainly gravel with a few water crossings. Rain and weather may cause wash outs and rutted areas with mud. Traveled this route on June 28th 2023 and Horse Valley/Panguitch Lake had snow covering trail, but there is a bypass which you can travel around.

History

Part of the trail is the original Spanish Trail. A large sign is posted along the route and you can read part of the history and story behind the Spanish Trail.

Technical Rating

2

Status Reports

Ty Palmer
Jul 06, 2024
2023 Polaris Ranger Crew XP 1000
Open
Normal
Drew Simone
Jun 22, 2024
2021 Ford Bronco Sport
Permanently Closed
Locked Gate
Gate locked - lots of tumbleweed in front

Access Description

You travel through the Dixie National Forest and there is disperse camping along the trail.

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