This information is a public record of the 1979 NRT application and may be out of date if it has not been updated by a trail manager --
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Whipple Trail

USDA Forest Service Backcountry Trail

Length
6 miles
Elevation Gain
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Route Type
out & back

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15 difficult, yet amazingly gorgeous miles. Photo by Christy Beckwith.

Beautiful forest along Whipple NRT. Photo by Karen Mikkelson.

The meadow was beautiful! Twelve mile out and back hike. Photo by Karen Mikkelson.

View of Pine Valley from Whipple NRT. Photo by Karen Mikkelson.

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Location: Backcountry/Wilderness, In Dixie National Forest, at the Pine Valley Rec. Area near Central.

States: Utah

This trail is very rugged and arduous. With significant elevation gains. It has excellent viewing opportunities. Has only one opportunity for water and that is intermittent and usually dried up by mid-Aug.

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Reviews

Karen Mikkelson

Sep 16, 2022

Great Hike

The Whipple NRT is a challenging yet very rewarding hike. Amazing views of Pine Valley, sections of enchanted forest, beautiful ponderosa pines and a gorgeous meadow for a destination. 12 miles total round-trip.

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Allowed Uses:

Dogs, on leash Equestrian Hiking/Walking

Other Activities

Camping

Public Contact

Bill Hipp
Dixie National Forest
Pine Valley Ranger District
St George, UT 84770

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Part of a Trail System? No
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Tread Width (average): 24"
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Certified as an NRT
Jun 28, 1979

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