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Hikes/United States/Utah/Canyonlands National Park
Difficulty
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Very Easy
Elevation
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12 m
Distance
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1.0 km
Duration
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0.5h
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Pothole Point Trail

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The Pothole Point trail is a short and easy hike over a trail with unique potholes that turn into little pools after a rare desert rain. This hike is kid-friendly and a great place to go to get some family photos. Try this trail in the springtime to see the desert cacti in full bloom.

Route Description for Pothole Point Trail

The Pothole Point Trail is an easy 1.0 km loop with incredible views. This trail doesn’t get a lot of shade, so be sure to wear a good sunhat, lots of sunscreen, and bring along lots of water. Don’t forget the camera, the overlook at the end of this trail gives you a great view of the Needles formation that this district of Canyonlands is named after. This short hike is kid-friendly and a great way to get out and explore the Utah desert with the whole family.

From the trailhead, follow the cairns marking the rocky trail all the way to the overlook.

Take some time to enjoy the incredible vistas from this vantage point before completing the loop back to the trailhead. If you are looking for more adventures in the area, check out the Slickrock Trail or the Confluence Overlook Trail nearby.

Getting to the Pothole Point Trail Trailhead

This hike begins at the Pothole Point Trailhead along Needles Main Park Road, approximately 5.0mi from the Needles Visitor Center.

Route Information

  • Backcountry Campground:

    No

  • When to do:

    Year-round

  • Pets allowed:

    No

  • Family friendly:

    Yes

  • Route Signage:

    Average

  • Crowd Levels:

    Moderate

  • Route Type:

    Circuit

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