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Elephant Hill – View over Chesler Park loop from Soda Spring

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Elephant Hill – View over Chesler Park loop from Soda Spring

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Elephant Hill – View over Chesler Park loop from Soda Spring

04:51

16.9km

410m

Mountaineering

Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: February 18, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 8.76 km for 1.16 km

Permit required

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Parking

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912 m

Elephant Hill

Highlight • Natural Monument

The profile of the mountain, which is about 5,200 feet (1,650 meters) high, is quite reminiscent of an elephant's head, which probably gave it its name.

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2.65 km

Canyon on Chesler Park Trail

Highlight • Canyon

This memorable section of the popular Chesler Park Trail takes you through a smooth, narrow slot canyon. This shaded spot is a nice break from the sun as you explore the Needles District.

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3.10 km

Campsite EC1

Highlight • Rest Area

The camp site is located in the middle of the Elephant Canyon, about 5 meters above the dry riverbed. There is virtually no shade during the day. One overnight stay …

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3.68 km

Elephant Canyon

Highlight • Canyon

A small canyon, but it runs the length of the Needles District from north to south and extends to Druid Arch.

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4.35 km

View over Chesler Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful view over Chesler Park with its unique rock formations! Towards the east a trail leads to Devils Pocket.

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5.48 km

On a park-like area there are numerous rock formations, which gave the Needles District its name. A total of five campsites are located here, which can only be reached on foot. A permit is needed to stay overnight.

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7.43 km

The Joint (North End)

Cave Entrance

7.83 km

The Joint Slot Canyon (South End)

Highlight • Canyon

The Joint is a narrow canyon that is a particular highlight of the tour. It's pleasantly cool in there. You can easily connect the Chessler Trail and the Joint Trail. …

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14.6 km

Distance view of Elephant Hill

Highlight • Viewpoint

On the way to Elephant Canyon, you will encounter rock formations next to Elephant Hill that are reminiscent of the proboscis.

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16.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

15.7 km

1.16 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

16.5 km

321 m

Elevation

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Sunday 10 May

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Elephant Hill – View over Chesler Park loop from Soda Spring

04:51h

16.9km

410m

Elephant Hill – View over Chesler Park loop from Soda Spring

Elephant Hill

Canyon on Chesler Park Trail

Campsite EC1

Elephant Canyon

View over Chesler Park

Chesler Park

The Joint Slot Canyon (South End)

Distance view of Elephant Hill

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