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    Brimhall Natural Bridge

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

    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.

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    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

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