Visitor Center – View of The Castle loop from Sulphur Creek Trailhead Parking
Visitor Center – View of The Castle loop from Sulphur Creek Trailhead Parking
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Visitor Center – View of The Castle loop from Sulphur Creek Trailhead Parking
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15.6km
290m
Hiking
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: April 21, 2026
Tips
Your route passes through a protected area
Please check local regulations for:
Capitol Reef National Park
Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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4.89 km
Sulphur Creek Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Canyon
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8.36 km
The Waterslide
Highlight • Waterfall
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8.40 km
View of Capitol Reef Canyon
Highlight • Canyon
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9.13 km
Sulphur Creek Lime Kiln
Highlight • Monument
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9.52 km
Visitor Center
Highlight • Rest Area
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9.55 km
View of The Castle
Highlight • Viewpoint
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12.1 km
The Fluted Wall
Highlight • Natural Monument
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14.6 km
Chimney Rock View
Highlight • Natural Monument
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15.6 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
10.5 km
3.75 km
1.31 km
< 100 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
10.6 km
3.91 km
1.08 km
< 100 m
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Elevation
Highest point (1,870 m)
Lowest point (1,670 m)
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