Winter at Snow Canyon

January 20, 2017February 19, 2017 ~ littlemountaineers ~ Leave a comment

While we have really been enjoying the snow around here, sometimes it is fun to escape during the winter and head south to slightly warmer weather. During winter break last month we decided to escape the snow and inversion and head down to St George.

While the St George area is very well known for it’s proximity to Zion National Park, not everyone knows about all the other incredible State Parks and Recreational Areas that Southern Utah has to offer. One of our favorites is Snow Canyon State Park. We were absolutely blown away by our visit this December. It was stunning and we practically had the whole park to ourselves.

Snow Canyon is extremely family friendly. It is less than 15 miles from St George and it is only $6 per vehicle. Click here for the website with even more info!

This park is perfect for kids of all ages. There are sand dunes to play in, mini slot canyons, petrified sand dunes, moss covered canyon walls, red rock, white rock, climbing opportunities and volcanoes! There are so many short trails which are great for the younger ones! No need to worry about hauling your kids miles and miles to get to something interesting. If you are up for longer and more challenging trails, you’ll find them here too, there is something for every level. You will find something unique around every corner.

December temps were in the upper 40’s when we went and it was perfectly enjoyable. We stayed all afternoon and even had a picnic lunch. We left with the longing to return, and can’t wait until next time. Below I’ve highlighted a few of the trails. Enjoy!

Link to park brochure and trail guide.

JENNY’S CANYON TRAIL

Little Mountaineers Rating: Easy (.5 mile round trip, sandy trail with some rocks)

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PIONEER NAMES TRAIL

Little Mountaineers Rating: Easy (.5 miles roundtrip, sandy trail with some rocks, rock scaling up to the actual name carvings is not easy)

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PETRIFIED DUNES TRAIL

Little Mountaineers Rating: Easy Moderate (1.2 miles round trip, some steeps slopes/uneven surfaces)

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WHITE ROCKS AMPHITHEATER TRAIL

Little Mountaineers Rating: Easy Moderate (1 mile round trip, some steep/rocky slopes and uneven surfaces)

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Winter Hiking at Green Pond Trail

December 23, 2016February 19, 2017 ~ littlemountaineers ~ 1 Comment

Green Pond Trail to Green Pond Picnic Area

Little Mountaineers Rating: Easy Moderate (1.5 mile round trip, short steep climb up to picnic area and pond, some elevation gain spread throughout hike)

Over the river and through the woods to Green Pond Trail we go. The children will say, let me ride in the sleigh and cry when their fingers are cold.

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Schools out over here and the snow had melted in our yard, so I knew we needed to find a fun, winter land adventure for my 6 year old. He LOVES snow and basically everything about winter. This makes winter hiking/adventuring fairly easy with him, except when we have to leave of course. My 3 year old is a different story. She has yet to really warm up to winter. She’ll usually enjoy it for a short period of time, but that quickly escalates to utter misery. We’re working on it, hopefully we’ll find a way to make it more enjoyable for her. Luckily she did enjoy parts of the trail today, so hopefully it wasn’t a total bust for her. With young kids it is all about warmth and comfort. Make sure they have everything they need to stay warm. While she had multiple layers and full snow gear, she still seemed cold, which was partly due to her not moving her body as much as us because she was riding in the sled. I’m glad I put a couple blankets in the sled to add some more comfort and warmth for her. Next time I’m bringing hand warmers and hot cocoa.

Green Pond Trail is a great kid friendly trail year round, so I was eager to try it in the winter. It is located near Mountain Green and Huntsville, UT and just before Snow Basin Ski Resort, so I figured it had to have snow! Well I was right! Conditions were absolutely beautiful and I would definitely recommend going on a little winter adventure to Green Pond Trail this winter. You can get directions right to the trailhead parking lot through the alltrails.com app on your phone. If you don’t already have this app, I highly recommend you download it. We have used it to find many trails in the area.

As you turn on down the road that leads to Snow Basin Ski resort you will see a parking area and Green Pond Trailhead sign on the right hand side of the road. There are other trails in the area so don’t get confused. The Green Pond trail actually starts on the opposite side of the road away from the parking lot. There is a trail sign where it starts. Once you make your way across the road to the trail you will continue on the main trail for about .75 miles until you see a sign on the left side of the trail that says “picnic area”. Turn up the trail at the sign and continue a short way to reach Green Pond. You can hang out here and then head back the way you came, or you can continue further on the trail to your hearts desire.

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We decided to bring our sled along, and boy was that a great idea. I toted my 3 year old along on the sled the majority of the trail. The trail was packed snow, no ice, and we were surrounded by fluffy powder. You will see several side trails, where people have wandered off, but the mail trail was easy to distinguish when we were there.

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When we arrived at Green Pond it was completely frozen with a layer of snow on top. There is a gentle hill the leads down to the pond and the kiddos had fun riding the sled down to the bottom. We hiked to Green Pond and back making it about 1.5 miles, we spent about 2 hours enjoying the trail and doing some sledding. I always use some sort of mile tracking app so that I can keep track of how long we have been hiking and how far. It isn’t always easy to guess mileage, especially with kids who hike at various paces.

Winter hike success!

While winter hiking can seem daunting, as long as you prepare you can really make it an experience to enjoy with your kids. Make sure you dress in warm layers with full snow gear. The trail conditions were good enough we didn’t need snow spikes or snow shoes, but we had spikes just in case. It would also be really smart to carry a thermos of hot water and make hot chocolate or cup of noodles. There is a little picnic table at the pond where you could sit and sip up some warm goodness. This trail is especially nice because it is very mild and little elevation gain. Plus on the way back it is all downhill making for a quick trip back to your car. Happy winter adventuring!

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4 Family Friendly Lake Trails with Scenic Drives

December 10, 2016February 19, 2017 ~ littlemountaineers ~ Leave a comment

Okay I’m really terrible at keeping up a blog, let’s be honest. However I’m working on it! Today I decided to post about some fun family friendly lake trails. These are the best when starting out hiking with your little ones. Kids LOVE water features (lakes, streams, waterfalls, etc) so hiking around a lake is always a hit with the kids. The other added bonus with each of these trails is that they all include a beautiful scenic drive to your destination. So pick a lazy summer day and pack up your family in your car and head out on an adventure to one of these awesome trails! Warning: Weekends are going to be busier in the summer so plan accordingly. We usually try to avoid Fridays and Saturdays. Weekdays are the best and we’ve also had decent luck on Sundays (but they can also be busy).

TONY GROVE LAKE NATURE TRAIL (Logan Canyon, UT)

Little Mountaineers Rating: Easy Moderate (1.2 mile loop, some rocky areas, mild elevation changes)

1.2 mile loop

Fee: $6 day pass

Take a lovely drive up Logan Canyon and enjoy the scenic drive and you curve back and forth through the mountains. Then as you take the turn off for Tony Grove you’ll be enjoying the beautiful forest scenery. This trail is exploding with wildflowers starting around July. There are picnic areas and lots of trees to hang your hammock. We went on a Friday afternoon and only met a few people on the trail. This is definitely one of our favorites!

Trail Details HERE

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MIRROR LAKE LOOP TRAIL (Uintah Mountains, UT)

Little Mountaineers Rating: Easy Moderate (1.5 mile loop, mostly flat with some rocky areas)

1.5 mile loop

Fee: $6 day pass

I’ve blogged about this trail before HERE. However I still have to mention it again because we just love it. You just can’t beat a Sunday afternoon drive on the Mirror Lake Scenic Byway. Stop at the Provo River Falls on your way up to Mirror Lake, your kids will love the waterfalls and playing and exploring along the rocks and in the river. Keep your eyes open on your drive, chances are you might see some wildlife.

Trail Details HERE

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SILVER LAKE LOOP TRAIL (Big Cottonwood Canyon, UT)

Little Mountaineers Rating: Easy (.9 mile loop, mostly flat, boardwalks)

0.9 mile loop

Fee: none

Big Cottonwood Canyon can get crowded in the summer, but it is absolutely beautiful and there are so many good hikes in the area. I really love this trail because it is STROLLER FRIENDLY so I don’t have to be nervous taking friends and family along who don’t have as much hiking experience. It is a great place to take your little little babes. It is a great little introduction to nature. Parking can be a little crazy, but it seems that people are constantly coming and going. We just made a couple loops around the parking lot and then pulled in when someone left.

Trail Details HERE

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CASCADE SPRINGS NATURE TRAIL (American Fork Canyon, UT)

Little Mountaineers Rating: Easy (.8 mile loop, bottom loop mostly flat and stroller friendly, upper loops include stairs and rocky areas)

0.8 mile loop

Fee: $6 day pass

Okay so this last one isn’t actually a lake, it is a natural spring, but it is a water feature and it is a family friendly nature trail with a scenic drive so I had to include it! A beautiful drive into the canyon and then along the Cascade Scenic Drive will soon take you to this fun little trail. It is comprised of 3 loops around the spring. The bottom loop is STROLLER FRIENDLY but the upper loops have stairs. Try to spot fish in the lower ponds then make your way up through the different loops.

Trail Details HERE

Zion National Park

April 19, 2016February 19, 2017 ~ littlemountaineers ~ Leave a comment

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Lower Emerald Pool Trail:

Little Mountaineers Rating: Easy (1.2 mile round trip to lower emerald pool/waterfall, paved trail)

Weeping Rock Trail:

Little Mountaineers Rating: Easy Moderate (.4 mile round trip, 173 ft elevation gain so some steep parts and minor drop offs)

Riverside Walk:

Little Mountaineers Rating: Easy Moderate (2.2 mile round trip to river narrows, mostly flat, paved trail)

Last spring we took our kids on their first trip to Zion National Park. We were only going to be there 1 day so we kept it super easy. You drive through Zion Canyon on a shuttle bus that has 9 stops. There are many family friendly hiking and walking trails. We ended up doing 3 hikes that day. We decided to do the Lower Emerald Pool Trail, Weeping Rock Trail and Riverside Walk. We also stopped at many of the scenic stops and lookouts along the way. The trails we hiked were beautiful, mostly paved and easy to navigate, but there are a lot of tourists since it is very popular. I can’t wait to go back and try some of the less traveled and more difficult hikes. I also want to hike The Narrows with my kids when they are older. It was a dreary day with a light drizzle of rain, but it was beautiful and my kids did really well. They were exhausted by the end of the day of course! I feel like Zions gives you beautiful scenery and fun hiking trails without you feeling like you are out in the middle of the wilderness, so I think it is perfect for families and beginner hikers. You have easy access to modern amenities and the paved trails and railings help even the youngest of hikers. On the flip side there are more wilderness type hikes and strenuous options for those looking for that as well. You could easily spend several days here or make a good day trip like we did.

Here is the link to Zion National Park website.

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5 Favorite Nature Trails

April 16, 2016February 19, 2017 ~ littlemountaineers ~ Leave a comment

I mentioned in an earlier post that a good way to get your kids and family ready for hiking is taking them to a nature trail. So today I am highlighting 5 of my favorites that are in Davis County, UT and close to where I live. If you live in Davis County check these out, or search for local nature trails in your community, you may be surprised at what is hiding just around the corner.

#1 Nicholls Hollow Trail/Gailey Nature Trail/Bair Creek Nature Trail (1105 Nicholls Rd, Fruit Heights, UT 84037)

Little Mountaineers Rating: Easy ( wide mostly flat trail, short decent down to trail)

Not 100% sure on the actual name of this trail, it seems to go by several names. It is located in Fruit Heights right next to Nicholls Park or Castle Park. West of the actual park there is a large picnic pavilion and you will notice that just to the east of the pavilion you can walk down to the hollow and get access to the trail. We love this one. There are trees, a little stream, multiple bridges, and shade. We always go here just to explore, I’ve never done the entire trail so I don’t really know how far it goes in either direction.

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#2 The Great Salt Lake Shorelands Preserve (41 S 3200 W, Layton, UT 84041)

Little Mountaineers Rating: Easy (1.3 mile loop boardwalk, flat with optional climb up tower)

You’ll find this next gem out in West Layton. Follow this neat boardwalk trail loop through the swampy marshes of the Great Salt Lake. There are information exhibits and a really cool lookout tower. Bring your stroller and a picnic and have yourself a wonderful time. There isn’t shade here besides a little on the tower and pavilion so plan accordingly.

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#3 Lagoon Trail/Farmington Creek Trail (Map)

Little Mountaineers Rating: Easy (up to 2.3 miles if including 2nd trail, paved mostly flat)

I grew up right by this trail and it has always been a favorite for me. The paved trail makes it great for bikes and strollers. The tall trees, stream, and lush foliage make it an absolutely beautiful nature trail. There are multiple access points for this trail, we usually start at the north entrance off of 200 W (see map). A little ways down the start of the trail you will come to a fork. Turn left and you will follow a trail up to Farmington Pond, keep going and this actually continues into a hiking trail up the mountains. If you go right at the first fork you will continue on towards Lagoon. Once you end the first leg of the trail to Lagoon, walk up the road and you can choose to enter the 2nd trail which takes you all the way past some of the animals at Lagoon Amusement Park.

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#4 Kays Creek Parkway (link to map & trail heads)

Little Mountaineers Rating: Easy Moderate (up to 5 miles paved trail some areas of elevation change and hills)

Here is another paved trail that is good for biking and strollers. This one is located in North Layton and has several access points. Not as much shade here, but it is about 5 miles of paved trail. There are a few little exhibits that give info about animals and plants in the area. Nice place for a summer evening stroll.

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#5 Layton Commons Park Walking Trail (437 N Wasatch Dr, Layton,UT)

Little Mountaineers Rating: Easy (about 1.5 miles flat easy trail)

Here is another little walking trail right next to a park. I love when there are these little trails off of the actual park because you can play at the park and do some nature exploring all in the same day. This trail follows a little stream with ducks, geese and other birds. It is about 1.5 miles and there is a really cool bridge if you follow the trail to the north, this will also connect you to the 2nd park in the area.

These are just a few of the little nature trails we have enjoyed that are close to home. We hope you get to try them out!

Buffalo Point Trail

April 13, 2016February 19, 2017 ~ littlemountaineers ~ Leave a comment

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Little Mountaineers Rating: Easy Moderate (.8 mile round trip with uphill climb to top, rocks to climb and explore on top)

Ever since I was a little girl I have always loved Antelope Island. I don’t even have a particularly good reason. I think it just felt magical to me. So close to home, yet you feel like you are on some grand adventure. I’ve loved going back as an adult and taking my kids. The views are grand, you will most likely spot some wildlife, and there are rocks for climbing, and beaches to explore.

Buffalo Point Trail is a great family friendly hike. It isn’t very long (.4 miles one way so just under a mile round trip) and the views at the top, along with all the fun rocks to climb and explore, makes it a great place to take your family on an adventure. We most recently went last July in the evening and it was perfect, this is a great sunset hike in the summer. This trail doesn’t really have shade so it is best to go in the morning or evening during the summer. Spring can be a great time to go to Antelope Island as well, but make sure you check their website or call ahead and make sure you aren’t going to be there during biting gnat season, trust me it isn’t fun. (Biting gnat season is usually April-June) As with any hike it is always important to be prepared. Bug spray, sunscreen, water and snacks are always important. When my daughter was younger it was always important we had a carry option as well. After finally learning to walk at 18 months, she had only a couple of months walking experience by the time we went on this hike. I carried her up to the point, but she was very anxious to get out and explore and climb, then she went back in my baby carrier on the way down. Little children with limited walking experience can tire quickly so this is a good thing to remember if you are taking them with you, make sure you have a comfortable option to carry them if needed.

Here are some pictures and highlights. I can’t wait to share some other great trails Antelope Island has to offer.

Here is the link to the Antelope Island State Park website with maps of trails and other info.

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Bryce Canyon-Winter Hiking

April 11, 2016February 19, 2017 ~ littlemountaineers ~ Leave a comment

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Navajo Loop:

Little Mountaineers Rating: Easy Moderate (1.3 mile loop, 550ft elevation change, some steep climb. Not always accessible during the winter, snow/ice will require extra equipment/precaution and will bump my rating up to Moderate during those conditions)

Rim Trail (Sunrise to Sunset):

Little Mountaineers Rating: Easy (1 mile round trip, paved mostly flat. Not always accessible during the winter, snow/ice will require extra equipment/precaution)

I’m not the biggest fan of winter, I’ll admit it. My 6-year-old went on a snowshoeing field trip this winter and loved it, which got me thinking that maybe some winter hiking wouldn’t be too bad. So in February we decided to try some winter hiking and it was a big hit. I’m actually looking forward to next winter and trying out some more winter hiking and snowshoeing.

Here in Utah, winter can mean terrible air quality. We can get inversions that last for days and weeks. Pair that with freezing cold temperatures and you might as well hibernate for the winter! Luckily once you get out of the valley you can reach some clear air and sunny skies. During a particular bad week in February we decided to ditch the inversion for the weekend and head south for an adventure to Bryce Canyon National Park and Escalante.

It was sunny, the air was clear, and temperatures during the day were 50’s and 60’s. It felt amazing!

Hiking on snow can be tricky. You definitely need snow boots or winter hiking boots. These need to have good tread and they also need to be warm and waterproof, especially for kids to keep them comfortable. You can use spike attachments to add to your shoes or use snowshoes and skis depending on where you go as well. A beautiful sunny day may get you excited for some hiking, but it brings its own risks. Warmer temps and sunshine can make it harder to navigate snow making it more slick and slippery. So when you attempt any winter hiking, please be careful! It is also important to remember hydration and even sunscreen in the winter, sometimes we forget these things since it isn’t summer but they are still important!

Bryce Canyon was absolutely breathtaking in the winter. I can’t wait to go back, and also go visit in the warmer months too. Not all the hiking trails are completely open, so you kind of just have to be flexible. We hiked parts of the Rim trail that was open and also parts of the Navajo trail. I only did the part of the Navajo trail with my 6-year-old though, I didn’t feel quite comfortable enough to bring my 2-year-old down the icy decent. I felt like Bryce Canyon was really kid friendly in general, however winter hiking isn’t probably the best for beginners. My kids did really great overall, but they have quite a bit of experience. In the late spring and summer when the snow melts there will be more kid friendly hiking options with several easy and moderate trail options. The viewpoints are breathtaking, I’m glad we made the trip this winter. I consider Bryce Canyon a must see if you ever come visit Utah, or if you live in Utah and haven’t ever been then you really need to visit!

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Mirror Lake

April 8, 2016February 19, 2017 ~ littlemountaineers ~ 1 Comment

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Little Mountaineers Rating: Easy Moderate ( about 1.5 mile loop, mostly flat with a couple rocky areas)

If you or your kids don’t have much hiking experience it can be tough to know where to begin. Before doing any major outdoor excursion I recommend doing some research and finding some local nature trails in your city. I’ll post some of my favorites in a later post. Once you’ve gotten some experience with your city nature trails and know your how your kids handle walking longer distances you can branch out a bit. Today I’m talking about one of my all time favorite beginner trails in Utah. This trail is perfect for families, young kids, and people with little hiking experience. This is one of the first places we take our kids when they are little, and we keep coming back every year.

Mirror Lake is located in the Uinta National Forest and is accessed by the Mirror Lake Scenic Byway. This beautiful drive has many stops along the way and many camping/hiking opportunities. The drive alone is a wonderful way to spend a lazy summer day.

The trail starts at Mirror lake and is one big loop around the lake. The trail gives you a real taste of the great outdoors without any extreme hiking. Some years we just walk part of the trail and play in the lake and other years we hike the whole loop. This is a great hike for summer or early fall. Now for the best part, photos! I’m showing you some photos from Autumn and Summer, it’s beautiful both seasons.

AUTUMN AT MIRROR LAKE

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Most of the trail is dirt, but the beginning is this fun wooden trail.

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SUMMER AT MIRROR LAKE

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Valley of Fire State Park: Part 1

April 6, 2016February 19, 2017 ~ littlemountaineers ~ Leave a comment

Little Mountaineers Rating: Moderate (1 mile loop, sandy trail and rocky decent)

Last week we ventured to Henderson, Nevada for spring break to visit family, and enjoy some warmer weather. We have spent many vacations in the Las Vegas area and I always get asked what we do. When most people think of Las Vegas they think of the Strip and Casinos, not quite what they would consider a family friendly destination. The Las Vegas area actually hosts some of the most beautiful and interesting outdoor adventures. Each time we go we find new places to explore. I can’t wait to share some of our past experiences as well.

Just over an hour outside of Las Vegas you will find Valley of Fire State Park. Click HERE for more information on the park. We were excited to venture out to this park for the day and do some exploring. We looked up the map of trails, decided on a few we wanted to try, and left after breakfast.

We may have been overly ambitious thinking we could take on 3-4 trails that day. We ended up doing 2 and arriving home around 3:30 pm exhausted. Here are some tips if you want to venture to Valley of Fire State Park with your family.

TIPS

Hiking in sand is much more difficult than hiking on nice hard flat ground, especially for young children. Almost all of the trails at this park include sand, and lots of it. The sand was especially difficult for my 2-year-old and we carried her part of the time.
Many of these trails have little to no shade. This is probably not the best park to visit in the middle of summer. Sunscreen, hats and plenty of water is a must.
The age of your kids will matter here. Young kids will maybe be able to finish one hike. You will probably have a more enjoyable time just hanging out in the sand, exploring rocks, and having a picnic, rather than doing a full hike. Older kids will be able to do more hiking, but plan on it being longer and more tiring.

Driving through the park is a beautiful scenic drive on its own. Even if you didn’t do any hiking and just drove around, had a nice picnic, and did some exploring it would be more than worth it for the beautiful scenery.

The first trail we decided to take on was the White Domes Loop. A mile loop trail that included unique rock formations, a narrow slot canyon, and lots and lots of sand.

WHITE DOMES LOOP

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So much sand!

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The trail starts off with a fairly steep rocky decent.

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My son was always on the lookout for shade, sometimes you had to be a little creative.

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The kids loved playing in the sand.

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This is just a short slot canyon, but it was still fun to venture through.

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My 2-year-old has to follow my 6-year-old everywhere, and she’s pretty good at it!

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The desert is a beautiful place.

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We found the perfect spot for a nice break to refuel.

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Despite the sand, my kids managed to survive and we finished the whole loop in about 1.5 hours. Stay tuned for part 2 of this adventure where I go into detail about the 2nd hike we explored.

Red Reef Trail

Image ~ April 4, 2016May 23, 2017 ~ littlemountaineers ~ Leave a comment

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Little Mountaineers Rating: Easy Moderate (1 mile round trip to waterfall steps)

This past week we headed south to find some warmer weather to enjoy our spring break. One of the stops we made was in St George, Utah. The St George area has all sorts of neat trails and hikes. This trip we found the wonderful Red Reef Trail. This trail is part of the Red Cliffs National Conservation Area and we accessed it through the campground at the Red Cliffs Recreation Area. Here is a link with more details and how to get there.

This trail was very kid friendly, especially when you follow my tips below. (my little mountaineers are 2 and 6).

TIPS

Don’t ever feel like you have to finish the whole trail. Always do what is comfortable for you and your family. If you get to a hard spot it is okay to turn around. Spend more time at the places along the trail that interest your family.
If you want your kids to have fun, let them have a little control. If they want to stay by the stream and throw rocks for a while, or hike some of the fun rock formations, let them do it. Child led hikes are usually not quick or with a destination in mind, they are usually all about exploring, curiosity and the sensory experience.
Bring plenty of water and snacks. I bought my kids Camelbak Kid’s Mini M.U.L.E. backpacks for Christmas and it was the best investment ever. A days supply of water and snacks fits in their backpack and hydration pack and they carry it on their own backs, even my two year old.
Check weather and plan a time of day that works best for your family. Kids can get grouchy when their comfort is compromised. Make sure the clothes and shoes they are wearing are weather and hike appropriate. If you think they’ll get wet it is good to bring spares.

Okay now for all the fun parts. Follow along my pictures below and check out our favorite parts of this trail. Check it out for yourself and let us know how you like it!

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We did quite of bit of “off trail” exploration. There were many cool rock formations and other neat things right along the trail, my kids were in climbing heaven.

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The picture above is a tree that looks like an elephant. Below is the same tree on the backside with a perfect little area for exploring.

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We hiked this trail the end of March so there was water in the stream and many waterfalls.

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Pictured above and below was some of the “off trail” exploration we did. You don’t have to do any of this as part of the trail, but it is right along side if you are feeling brave.

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Pictured above was basically the very end of the trail. You are able to scale the rocks with the rope and on the other side there are a couple more waterfalls and more rock and narrow canyon hiking. We did cross this area with our kids because we felt comfortable doing so. Feel free to call it quits here if you aren’t quite ready for this step.

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Well that’s about it. We spent a couple hours (round trip) on this trail in the early afternoon and it was the perfect way to spend our afternoon. Stay tuned for more adventures from our spring break. This blog will also feature adventures from other parts of Utah, other states, and even around the world. Get out and become a mountaineer with your family!