Canyon Lands

Late afternoon and evening visit into the canyons,
during the cool hours of the day.

Negro Bill Canyon
- Named for an early 19th century Afircan American pioneer William Granstaff who grazed his cattle here, it has retained its name for historical reasons.

It is an easy 4.5 miles round trip through sandstones, willows, cottonwoods and sandy trails. Though the recommended time to allow is 4 hour round trip, I think it took us a little over 3, taking our time.

It's actually a great place to take kids. The trail follows a year round stream with plenty of place to stop and play in the water. Kids don't have to make it all the way obviously, and we in fact did meet several parents with small 2-4 years olds doing just that.

From the Bureau of Land Management site (BLM):

• Trailhead: On Utah Scenic Byway 128, three miles east of junction with U.S. 191.
• Length of Hike: 2 miles to Morning Glory Bridge; allow 4 hours round trip.
• Type of Hike: Constructed trail with several stream crossings. This is a hiking-only trail.
• Area Attractions: Year-round stream in scenic canyon. Morning Glory Natural Bridge, which has a span of 243 feet, is the sixth longest natural rock span in the United States.