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Cathedral Rock Trail
Hiking is allowedPicnic table
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Cathedral Rock Trail is 1.4 miles long one way. The trail begins in Mazie Canyon amid ponderosa and white fir, but soon enters a stand of aspen. This is one of the most colorful areas in the summer when the wildflowers are blooming and the butterflies are around. In the winter it is a major avalanche path where only aspen and brush survive the repeated snowslides.
About halfway up the trail is a waterfall just off to the left. There is a short, old road leading to it. Although three falls flow down early in the season, there is usually only a trickle by the end of the summer.
As the Cathedral Rock Trail ascends out of the canyon toward the back of Cathedral Rock one gets a view of the avalanche chute below. When the trail reaches the saddle keep to the right. Cathedral Rock Trail climbs a few short, steep switchbacks before reaching the summit. On top is a spectacular view of Kyle Canyon several hundred feet below.

Facilities: Cathedral Rock Trail begins at Cathedral Rock Picnic Area.

Reservations: Reservations are not needed or accepted for Cathedral Rock Trail.

Best Time To Visit: The entrance gate is open 8 AM to 8 PM in the summer.

Fees: No fees are charged to hike Cathedral Rock Trail.

Accessibility: This area is not handicap accessible.

Rules: Closely supervise small children and watch your footing. As you descend, please stay on the trail. The vertical cliffs below are dangerous and have claimed lives. Please do not litter. Fire and smoking restrictions are put into effect during times of high fire danger. Watch for posted restrictions. Stay on designated trail; do not cut switchbacks. Pets must be leashed at all times. Leave No Trace.

Directions: To reach Cathedral Rock Trail from Las Vegas, take Hwy 95 northwest for approximately 12 miles to Hwy 157. Turn left on 157 and follow it to Cathedral Rock Picnic Area. The trailhead is located near the first parking lot as one enters the picnic area.

Address
Spring Mountain Ranger District-Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest
4701 North Torrey Pines Drive
Las Vegas, Nevada 89130
Phone
General: (702) 515-5400
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