Distance: 4.00 mi
Type: Trail, Slickrock, Out-and-back
Difficulty: 7 / 10
Altitude: 4,500 ft
Elev. Gain/Loss: 980 ft / 980 ft
Dog Friendly: Yes, with leash
Jog-Stroller Friendly: No
Filed Under: Hiking, Running
Type: Trail, Slickrock, Out-and-back
Difficulty: 7 / 10
Altitude: 4,500 ft
Elev. Gain/Loss: 980 ft / 980 ft
Dog Friendly: Yes, with leash
Jog-Stroller Friendly: No
Filed Under: Hiking, Running
From JayCee Park, follow the hiking trail up the Colorado towards the river "portal." Please register at the visitor box. From the visitor box, the trail begins its climb to the viewpoint. After several switchbacks, the trail follows a cairned route up "ramps" of Kayenta sandstone to the overlook. Be cautious around the overlook as there are no safety fences. This trail is frequently used by mountain bike riders. The trail is 2.0 miles to Portal Overlook; allow 3 hours round trip.
Note: During late afternoons in the summer, this trail is largely in the shade of higher cliffs.
The trailhead is located at the JayCee Park Recreation Site on Utah Scenic Byway 279, 4.2 miles west of the Utah 279/U.S. 191 junction.
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