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    Hikes/United States/Utah/Moab and Arches National Park

    The Gold Knob Trail

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    Moderate
    Duration
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    3-4h
    Distance
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    8.0 km
    Elevation
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    537 m
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    The Gold Knob Trail is a moderately strenuous hike up to Gold Knob peak. This hike is a good challenge for intermediate and experienced hikers; the views from the top are totally worth the aching muscles and sweaty tees. Gold Knob peak affords hikers stunning views of Castle Valley and the La Sal Range.

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    Route Description for The Gold Knob Trail

    The Gold Knob Trail is a fantastic low-traffic hike southeast of Moab, UT. This trail is steep and sits at a significant altitude, so hikers should be prepared for a strenuous climb. Hiking poles and sturdy boots are essential for this trail. It can be windy up top, so a jacket or extra layer is recommended as well—this hike often has snow near the summit, especially early in the season. However, the views from the top of Gold Knob are totally worth the effort. And, because this trail is off-the-beaten-path, you may have those views all to yourself.

    From the Warner Campground, follow the trail northeast. 1.3 km in you will reach the junction of Mountain View Trail and Miner’s Basin Trail. Stay left to follow Miner’s Basin for approximately 1.3 km to the next divide. Take a left again at this divide to climb the last 1.0 km up to the top of Gold Knob.

    Take a well-deserved rest at the summit and admire the views of Castle Valley and the La Sal Range. When you are ready to head down, follow the same trail back to the Warner Campground.

    Getting to the The Gold Knob Trail Trailhead

    The Gold Knob Trail begins at the Warner Campground, 8.0 km up Forest Road 0063 from La Sal Loop Road southeast of Moab.

    Route Information

    • Backcountry Campground

      No

    • When to do

      June to October

    • Pets allowed

      No

    • Family friendly

      Older Children only

    • Route Signage

      Average

    • Crowd Levels

      Low

    • Route Type

      Out and back

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