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3,757 ft
Distance
85 ft
Climb
-16 ft
Descent
5,272 ft
High Point
68 ft
Altitude change
5,200 ft
Altitude min
5,200 ft
Altitude start
5,269 ft
Altitude end
1.8%
Grade
-7.8%
Grade max
14.1%
Grade min
2,106 ft
Distance climb
738 ft
Distance down
912 ft
Distance flat
Sand Caves Details
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Riding AreaKanab
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Local Popularity95 in Hiking [+]
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Hiking SAC ScaleT2 Mountain Hiking
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Trail TypeMixed
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Climb DifficultyBlue
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Physical RatingModerate
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Trail VisibilitySometimes hard to follow
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Family FriendlyYes
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Dogs AllowedYes
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Sand Caves is a 3,757 ft blue difficulty family friendly mixed trail located near Kanab Utah. This hike primary trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 85 ft blue climb. Trail visibility is sometimes hard to follow.
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(37.113590, -112.555820)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sand Caves
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Where is Sand Caves located?
Sand Caves is located in Kanab, Utah, United States. It is part of the Kanab trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 37.11359, -112.55582.
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How hard is Sand Caves?
Sand Caves is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 1.8%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
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What is the elevation gain for Sand Caves?
Sand Caves has 85 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 16 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 5,200 ft to 5,272 ft.
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Is Sand Caves a point to point trail?
Sand Caves is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is mixed.
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