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Mansard Trail

The Mansard Trail is a roughly five-mile roundtrip out-and-back hiking trail accessed from the Vermilion Cliffs Estates subdivision to the east of Kanab, UT. The trail climbs the Vermilion Cliffs to an alcove filled with unique, approximately 870- to 1,070-year-old petroglyphs that have been pecked and carved into the alcove’s sloping, sandstone floor. From the trailhead, the Mansard Trail ascends approximately 950 feet over a series of switchbacks, offering increasingly sweeping views of Kanab…

  • State: Utah
  • Managed by: Bureau of Land Management
  • Coordinates: 37.03500188000004, -112.42330479999998

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Frequently asked questions

Is Mansard Trail reservable?

Mansard Trail is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Mansard Trail?

Mansard Trail is located in Utah. See the map for its exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at Mansard Trail?

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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