Overview

Hype:

The hike to Cassidy Arch in Capitol Reef National Park is a very fun, easy hike. The first part of the trail gains evelation very rapidly and has several switch-backs. Rock cairns mark the way when the trail is not visible. The trail ends at the spectacular Cassidy Arch, which is situated about 500 feet above the road and trailhead below.

Trail Condition: Class 2 (Trail may have tree roots or rocks jutting out. Navigation skills may consist of following rock cairns and choosing turns at junctions. Elevation gains may be more substantial.)

Time: 2 hours

Length: 3.1 miles round trip

Elevation Gain: 550 ft

Fees: Entrance fee

Recommended Ages:

0-3
4-11
12-19
20-49
50-69
70+

Recommended Months to Visit:

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Features:
  • Arches
  • Hiking Trails
  • No Drinking Water
  • Marked Trails
  • No Restrooms
  • Road Access is Dirt - Low Clearance
  • Access Road is 2WD Accessible
  • Viewpoint, Overlooks, Vistas
  • Wildflowers and Vegitation
  • Wildlife and Birding

Getting There

Navigate to 38.263725, -111.215866.

Maps

Closest City or Region: Capitol Reef National Park, Utah

Coordinates: 38.263725, -111.215866

Interactive Guide Map

Download Guide Map

View map fullscreen.

Brochure

It appears you don't have a PDF plugin for this browser.
No biggie... you can click here to download the PDF file.

April 30, 2011 Trip Report

By Jeremy Dye

Trip Members

Jeremy Dye, Tara Dye, Savannah Dye,

Story

While visiting Capitol Reef, we hiked up to Cassidy Arch. It was a great hike, and we really enjoyed it.

Pictures