Overview

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Hidden Pinyon Trail offers a compact introduction to Snow Canyon’s desert landscape, with sandy and rocky footing, narrow rock passages, lava-stone contrasts, and interpretive signs about local plants and geology.

The hike is suitable for most hikers, though it has uneven terrain, a few steeper spots, and limited shade, so water, sun protection, and sturdy shoes are useful. Dogs are not allowed on the main Hidden Pinyon Trail according to Hike St. George.

The best time to visit is spring, fall, and winter, when temperatures around St. George are more comfortable. Summer can still be possible very early or late in the day, but midday heat makes it less recommended.

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: 45 minutes

Length: 1.07 mile loop

Elevation Gain: 190 ft

Fees: Park Admission

Recommended Ages:

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	50-69
	70+

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Getting There

Navigate to 37.203264, -113.641415.

Maps

Closest City or Region: Snow Canyon State Park, Utah

Coordinates: 37.203177, -113.642552

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April 9, 2026 Trip Report

By Jeremy Dye

Trip Members

Jeremy Dye, Tara Dye, Savannah Dye, Madilyn Dye, Cooper Dye,

Story

After sunset, we hiked the Hidden Pinyon Trail again and explored a small slot canyon. On the way back, we quizzed each other on the plants we had learned.

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April 7, 2026 Trip Report

By Jeremy Dye

Trip Members

Tara Dye, Madilyn Dye,

Story

In the evening, Tara and Madi hiked the Hidden Pinyon Trail.

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