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Red Cliffs National Conservation Area
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Red Cliffs National Conservation Area
Utah · Lower Colorado-Lake Mead watershed
About this park
Red Cliffs National Conservation Area
Red Cliffs National Conservation Area is located in the southwestern region of the state of Utah, USA. The area is a popular tourist destination due to its stunning red rock formations, diverse wildlife, and recreational opportunities.
One of the main reasons to visit Red Cliffs National Conservation Area is to explore its unique geological formations. The area is characterized by towering red cliffs, canyons, and sandstone formations that have been shaped by millions of years of erosion. There are several hiking trails that lead visitors through these formations, including the popular Red Reef Trail and Cottonwood Trail.
Another point of interest in the area is the endangered desert tortoise. Red Cliffs National Conservation Area is home to one of the largest populations of desert tortoises in the United States, and visitors can learn about these creatures at the Red Cliffs Desert Reserve.
In addition to hiking and wildlife viewing, visitors can also enjoy a variety of recreational activities in the area. These include rock climbing, mountain biking, and horseback riding.
Interesting facts about the area include its historical significance. The Anasazi people, a prehistoric Native American culture, inhabited the area for thousands of years before the arrival of Europeans. Visitors can explore the remnants of their civilization, including rock art and ruins.
The best time of year to visit Red Cliffs National Conservation Area is in the spring or fall when temperatures are milder. Summers can be extremely hot, with temperatures reaching over 100 degrees Fahrenheit, while winters can be cold and snowy.
Overall, Red Cliffs National Conservation Area is a unique and fascinating destination for nature enthusiasts, history buffs, and outdoor adventurers.
One of the main reasons to visit Red Cliffs National Conservation Area is to explore its unique geological formations. The area is characterized by towering red cliffs, canyons, and sandstone formations that have been shaped by millions of years of erosion. There are several hiking trails that lead visitors through these formations, including the popular Red Reef Trail and Cottonwood Trail.
Another point of interest in the area is the endangered desert tortoise. Red Cliffs National Conservation Area is home to one of the largest populations of desert tortoises in the United States, and visitors can learn about these creatures at the Red Cliffs Desert Reserve.
In addition to hiking and wildlife viewing, visitors can also enjoy a variety of recreational activities in the area. These include rock climbing, mountain biking, and horseback riding.
Interesting facts about the area include its historical significance. The Anasazi people, a prehistoric Native American culture, inhabited the area for thousands of years before the arrival of Europeans. Visitors can explore the remnants of their civilization, including rock art and ruins.
The best time of year to visit Red Cliffs National Conservation Area is in the spring or fall when temperatures are milder. Summers can be extremely hot, with temperatures reaching over 100 degrees Fahrenheit, while winters can be cold and snowy.
Overall, Red Cliffs National Conservation Area is a unique and fascinating destination for nature enthusiasts, history buffs, and outdoor adventurers.
StateUtah
WatershedLower Colorado-Lake Mead
Latitude37.1151°
Longitude-113.5639°
In the park
Streamflow in Red Cliffs National Conservation Area
Live USGS discharge at streamgauges inside the park boundary.
In the park
Trails in Red Cliffs National Conservation Area
Named trails whose route falls inside the park.
Adams
0.2 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Alger Hollow
2.1 mi · Hiking, Running
Anasazi
0.5 mi · Biking, Hiking, Running
Arch
0.9 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Babylon Road
2.2 mi · Hiking, Running
Backdoor To Babylon Trail (4)
0.4 mi · Hiking, Running
Backdoor To Babylon Trail (4)
7.1 mi · Hiking, Running
Black Gulch
1.7 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Black Knolls
1.7 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Bone Wash
1.8 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Bracken's Loop
5.1 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Bracken's Loop Trail
5.0 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Church Rocks
2.6 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Church Rocks
0.1 mi · Hiking, Running
Coachwhip
0.7 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Coral Canyon
1.4 mi · Biking, Hiking, Running
Coral Canyon Trail
1.6 mi · Biking, Hiking, Running
Cordura Trail
0.3 mi · Biking, Hiking, Running
Cottontail
0.7 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Cottonwood Canyon
8.1 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Cottonwood Hills
2.9 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Dino Cliffs Trail
1.8 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
East Reef
1.6 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Elephant Arch
0.3 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Equestrian Trail
2.4 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Flicker
0.2 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Get It Together Trail
2.3 mi · Biking, Hiking, Running
Grapevine
2.4 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Heath Trail
4.0 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
High Grade
0.4 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
High Point
1.3 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Historic Babylon
2.7 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Ice House
5.7 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Lange's Dugway
4.8 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Ledges
0.2 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Leeds Reef
1.4 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Little Purgatory
2.7 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Middleton Powerline
3.5 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Mill Creek
2.7 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Mine Shaft
0.5 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Mustang Pass
3.1 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Prospector
7.0 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Quail Creek
1.1 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Quail Creek
2.1 mi · Biking, Hiking, Running
Raven
1.0 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Red Reef
5.7 mi · Hiking, Running
Red Reef East
0.9 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Red Tail
0.9 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Sand Hill
1.7 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Sandstone Mountain
2.0 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
School Yard Trail
0.3 mi · Biking, Hiking, Running
Sidewinder Trail
1.3 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Silver Reef
0.2 mi · Hiking, Running
Spanish Wash
0.6 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
T-Bone
1.9 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Tipple
1.0 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Twist & Shout
1.5 mi · Biking, Hiking, Running
White Reef
1.8 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Winchester
1.6 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Yellow Knolls
1.9 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
In the park
Camping in Red Cliffs National Conservation Area
Campgrounds inside the park, with today's conditions score.
Detailed forecast
Plan your visit down to the hour
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Hourly detail
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
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5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
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Long-term outlook
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
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Responsible recreation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site for hours, permit requirements, seasonal closures, and fire restrictions before heading out.
- Stay on trail
- Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation, prevent erosion, and avoid disturbing wildlife habitat.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and store food securely if camping is permitted on-site.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Carry out all trash, food scraps, and gear. Many parks have limited or no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, or artifacts. They make the park what it is for the next visitor.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Red Cliffs National Conservation Area as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures, fire-restriction days), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
FAQ
About Red Cliffs National Conservation Area
What can I do at Red Cliffs National Conservation Area?
Most Snoflo-tracked parks support hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. Check the operator's site for activity-specific rules (camping, fishing, paddling, hunting).
How fresh is the weather data?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no. Streamflow comes live from USGS streamgauges.
When is the best time to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.
How do I get to Red Cliffs National Conservation Area?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the park.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this park, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Land designation
Park & land designation reference
A quick legend for the federal and state land categories Snoflo tracks. Each designation comes with different rules around access, recreation, and resource extraction.
- National Park
- Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
- State Park
- Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
- Local Park
- Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
- Wilderness Area
- The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized motorized access permitted.
- National Recreation Area
- Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing, often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes); may allow more development.
- National Conservation Area (BLM)
- BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
- State Forest
- State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
- Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
- Vast federal lands managed for mixed use -- recreation, grazing, mining, conservation -- with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.