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Man-made sand caves near Kanab
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Hike

Est. Duration

0-30m

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Photospot

Message from Kate Outdoors

The Sand Caves are a very popular photo spot, located just 5 miles north of Kanab, Utah. The caves are man-made from a past mining operation in the area. It's a very short hike to explore the caves, but there is a little bit of scrambling required to get up to them. It's a fun and relatively easy adventure the whole family will enjoy. If you visit, please don't further contribute to the graffiti on the walls of the caves!

Trail Stats for Sand Caves

Location: Kanab

Trailhead Location: Google Maps

Bathrooms?: There is a porta potty at the trailhead.

Trailhead Parking Difficulty: Easy. There's a new, large parking lot at the trailhead. While it's a popular destination, people come and go regularly, so you shouldn't have issues finding a spot.

Distance: ~1 mile out-and-back

Elevation Gain: 120 ft.

Difficulty: Very easy (1.5-2.5/10)

Estimated Hike Time: 30-45 minutes

Fee: None

Dog-Friendly?: Yes, there is a little scrambling required. Most dogs should be able to handle it, but small or older dogs may have trouble.

Best Seasons to Hike: Year-round

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