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Difficulty
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Hard
Elevation
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730 m
Distance
This reflects the return distance of this route as measured by the GPS file.
6.9 km
Duration
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3-4.5h
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Brimhall Natural Bridge

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The Brimhall Natural Bridge trail is an awesome adventure for experienced hikers. This trail leads you through the twists and turns of Brimhall Canyon over many obstacles up to the Brimhall Natural Bridge. This pothole style double arch is just as cool as the route to get there.

Route Description for Brimhall Natural Bridge

The Brimhall Natural Bridge Trail is a challenging route for experienced hikers. To reach the bridge itself, you will have to navigate your way through Brimhall Canyon over sections of rockfall, and through potholes that are sometimes filled with water. If you are going during the spring, be sure to pack your gear in a dry bag and be prepared to get wet. For the prepared hiker, this route is a whole lot of fun and an awesome challenge in a little-seen section of Capitol Reef National Park.

From the trailhead, follow the path northwest then descend the switchbacks southwest down to Halls Creek. Cross over Halls Creek and make your way into Brimhall Canyon. Continue down the canyon for just under a mile to Brimhall Natural Bridge.

Take a break at the bridge before turning around and following your footsteps back to the trailhead.

Getting to the Brimhall Natural Bridge Trailhead

This trail begins at Halls Creek Overlook on the west side of Big Thompson Mesa Road south of Fruita.

Route Information

  • Backcountry Campground:

    No

  • When to do:

    March to November

  • Pets allowed:

    No

  • Family friendly:

    No

  • Route Signage:

    Average

  • Crowd Levels:

    Low

  • Route Type:

    Out and back

Brimhall Natural Bridge Elevation Graph

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