Capitol Reef National Park hiking guide
Hickman Bridge Trail
A 1.7-mile out-and-back with 470 ft of climbing in Fruita Historic District, rated moderate.
Key facts
- Length
- 1.7 mi (2.8 km)
- Elevation gain
- 470 ft (143 m)
- Route type
- Out and back
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Area
- Fruita Historic District
- Highest point
- 5,677 ft
- Lowest point
- 5,333 ft
About Hickman Bridge Trail
A steady climb from the Fremont River leads to a viewpoint over Highway 24 and then to a large natural bridge tucked near the back of the canyon. Along the way, the path passes Fremont-era remains, including a pit house ruin and granary, and a small clay enclosure marked by numbered wooden posts. The route can be crowded at peak times, so an early start helps.
Route map
This route was checked by Parka editors.
