Maple Canyon
Fountain Green, Utah
| Address: | FR0066, Fountain Green, UT 84632, USA |
| GPS: |
39°33'19.3"N 111°40'39.7"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Utah |
Restrooms Picnic Tables Trails Rocks
Camp, Hike, Mountain Bike, and Rock Climb
Maple Canyon is a fantastic place for hiking, rock climbing, and camping. This maple tree-filled canyon is one of the nation's most unique rock climbing areas and is well-known for sport climbing. Climbers from around the world come to test their skills on Maple Canyon's one-of-a-kind cliffs. On any given weekend climbers of all abilities, ranging from novice to expert, can be seen testing their skills on the cobblestone cliffs. The canyon also provides great bouldering opportunities. The canyon has over 40 cliffs all ranging from 30 - 300 feet. There are over 140 bolted routes available with climbing grades from 5.4 to 5.14.
The Maple Canyon campground provides multiple single family sites. Some of these sights require walking a short distance with your gear from the parking area. Vault toilets are provided, but there isn't any drinking water. This is a "pack in and pack out" site, so make sure to pack out all the garbage and things you brought with you.
There is so much to explore and do, you would be hard pressed to fit everything you want to do into one day here at Maple Canyon.
More Information
Maple Canyon Climbing
Rock Climbing in Maple Canyon Utah. One of the best places to climb in the USA.
http://www.sanpetecountyutah.gov/rock-climbing.htmlMaple Canyon, Manti-La Sal National Forest - Recreation.gov
Explore Maple Canyon in Manti-La Sal National Forest, Utah with Recreation.gov. Maple Canyon Campground is known for its unique cliffs, arches, and scenic views of the Sanpitch Mountains. It is a small campground nestled between towering co
https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232413Never modify trail features. Ride trails when they're dry enough that you won't leave ruts. Speak up when you see others on the trail and always yield to hikers, horses, and others coming uphill. Always ride on the established trail.
Read MoreBe courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Fountain Green, Utah
- Head east on W 100 N St toward N State St (213 ft)
- Turn right at the 1st cross street onto N State St (0.5 mi)
- Turn right onto W 400 S St (0.4 mi)
- Turn left (0.3 mi)
- Continue onto West Side Rd (5.3 mi)
- Turn right onto S Freedom Rd (0.5 mi)
- Turn right (1.5 mi)
- Continue onto FR0066Destination will be on the right(0.9 mi)
From Fountain Green, Utah, head south on West Side Road for 7 miles to Freedom Road in Freedom. Turn right onto Freedom Road and watch for Maple Canyon signs. Travel 3 miles northeast of Freedom to the campground.
From Moroni go 9 miles west, following the signs for Maple Canyon.
OR
From Salt Lake City take I-15 South to Nephi Utah. At Nephi take exit 225 to Manti/Ephraim. Travel on Highway 132 to Fountain Green. Once you enter the town you will see a sign for Maple canyon. Turn right on 400-south and travel approx 6 miles to Freedom Road. From this point just following the signs.
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