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Monitor and Merrimac Trailhead

The Monitor and Merrimac Trailhead offer views of the Monitor and Merrimac buttes, Determination Towers, and the Mill Canyon Dinosaur Trail. Route Description: The marked route goes up Courthouse Wash, past the historic Halfway Stage Station, and circles a large butte between Courthouse and Mill Canyon. Near the end of the loop, riders may wish to stop at the Mill Canyon Dinosaur Trail. This ride makes a fairly easy family outing.

  • Managed by: Bureau of Land Management
  • Coordinates: 38.725347, -109.732631

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • Courthouse Rock Campground
  • Mill Canyon Dinosaur Trailhead Interpretive Site
  • Klondike Bluffs South Trailhead
  • Sevenmile Rim Trailhead
  • Bartlett Slickrock Jedi Trailhead
  • Cliffline Viewpoint

Frequently asked questions

Is Monitor and Merrimac Trailhead reservable?

Monitor and Merrimac Trailhead is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Monitor and Merrimac Trailhead?

See the map for Monitor and Merrimac Trailhead's exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at Monitor and Merrimac Trailhead?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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