Trachyte Ranch Road - BLM14000

Trail Overview

Trachyte Ranch Road-BLM14000 is an 8.2-mile point-to-point trail rated 2 of 10 located in Garfield County, Utah on the western side of the Henry Mountains. The trail is considered an improved dirt road as it is maintained periodically by the BLM. The road is generally two vehicles wide and runs through open desert, washes, and mountain tracks. The east end starts at Highway 276 and the west end at the intersection with The Horn Road/Browns Knoll Road at the base of Mount Pennell. Trachyte Ranch Road is part of the Bull Creek Pass Back Country Byway. The road is the primary route to the Mount Pennell Trailhead for those wishing to hike to the peak. Standing majestically in south-central Utah, the Henry Mountains encompass nearly 2 million acres of remote, public land. The mountain range extends from the north shore of Lake Powell to the peak of Mt. Ellen, rising in elevation from 3,700 feet to more than 11,600 feet. Perhaps one of the most notable features of this rugged backcountry is its isolation. If you plan to traverse the Henry Mountains, come prepared with supplies, water, food, and a reliable vehicle. With the exception of certain areas traveled by miners and a few ranchers, the Henry Mountains are largely unexplored. The terrain is managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), but you will rarely see patrolling officials or other explorers in the area. The most common forms of life found in the Henry Mountains are various types of wildlife including Mule Deer, Bison, and Mountain Lions. The current population of bison in the Henry Mountains ranges between 250 and 400 animals. The best time to visit the Henry Mountains is in the summer or fall. The weather is generally mild during these seasons, and there are plenty of activities to keep you busy. Cell phone service is intermittent to non-existent and the nearest services are in Hanksville to the north. There are several gas stations along Highway 276 between the Bullfrog Marina and Hanksville.

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Difficulty

County dirt road with infrequent or light maintenance after rain or snow, high clearance light duty 4WD may be required.

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