Toadstool Trail

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This hike follows a dry wash up a canyon to some unique rock formations called toadstools but they are very similar to what you can find in Goblin State Park.

The difference here is at the end of the Toadstool Trail, the rock color has a dramatic layer change with a Entrada Sandstone base(white in color) and a Dakota Sandstone (red in color) on top. It makes for some beautiful scenery. I hiked this trail, which is a little less than 3 miles round trip (including some exploration), in the early morning. This is a preferable time because no one else on the trail.

At the official end of the trail you reach the largest and most notable Toadstool which rises above the others.  It is very distinct and you can’t miss it. You can explore the wash a short distance until you arrive at a 5 foot poor off. Turn back and up to the large toadstool and explore the social trails to the left. You can explore this area until you reach a beautiful open canyon and views of the Vermilion cliffs.

This is a great hike for photography as the path is lined with desert flowers.  The best times are at sunrise ans sunset. An excellent hike!

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