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Distance:: 7.05 miles
Class:: Class 2
Dogs:: Ok, but the distance may be challenging for some.
Type:: Loop
Difficulty:: Moderate
Parking:: At Calico Tanks, Calico Hills, and Red Spring lots.
Restrooms:: No
Reception:: No
Access:: I always park near Red Spring parking lot and hike counter-clockwise, but you could certainly park at Kraft Mountain or even Calico Tanks. Depends where you want to end.
Good to Know:: Though this may be a known route among some locals, it's not well marked and can be tricky to navigate. Use the map.
Why:: The backside has fascinating rock formations and a very diverse terrain.
Wildlife Probability:: I've seen a few bighorn sheep on very quiet days. Usually in the height of winter. Otherwise, don't count on it.
Trailhead coordinates:: 36.14756, -115.41784 — Map

Weather you hike counter-clockwise or clockwise, you'll undoubtedly explore sections of the park you've most likely never seen before. This extensive loop combines Hell Hill, Upper Gateway Canyon, Calico Tanks, Calico Hills, Calico Overlook, sections of Kraft Mountain, and Rattlesnake. You'll journey through Pink Goblin Pass, stretches of rock that look like scenes from Mars, rural, and high traffic areas. Furthermore, halfway into your journey, you'll scrape the surface of Ash Canyon, another remote area with nothing less than awesome rock formations, tight passages, and trails that hug a boulder ridden canyon.

Calico Hills Loop Trail - A Remote Red Rock Experience

Not only is this combination of trails an adventure, but it exposes you to regions you wouldn't otherwise venture into. By doing this, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the park's geography, reducing your chances of getting lost while increasing your ability to explore unsanctioned routes in the future. The Calico Hills Loop Trail is a perfect way to spend a day in Red Rock Canyon, especially if you're looking for a longer hike that takes you off the beaten path.