Cassidy Arch Trail
The 1.7-mile one-way Cassidy Arch Trail shares a trailhead with Grand Wash Trail, and offers a view of the eponymous Cassidy Arch, named for legendary outlaw Butch Cassidy.
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Cassidy Arch Trail Details
The 1.7-mile one-way Cassidy Arch Trail shares a trailhead with Grand Wash Trail, and offers a view of the eponymous Cassidy Arch, named for legendary outlaw Butch Cassidy, who was reputed to have had a hideout nearby. Hikers will walk northeast up Grand Wash for .2-mile before reaching the official start to the Cassidy Arch route. From there it's a steep 600-foot ascent up to the arch itself as the trail climbs the northern wall of the canyon. After about 1/3 mile, the grade lets up a bit before entering a dry wash. After the wash the trail climbs again, this time through a stand of junipers and pine trees. At 1.2 miles into the hike the trail forks; head right to begin the Frying Pan Trail; stay left to finish the Cassidy Arch Trail at the arch itself.
Difficulty
High
Distance
1.7 miles
Estimated time
Region
N/A
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Cassidy Arch Trail
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0.2 mi away
Cassidy Arch
Cassidy Arch is named after the legendary outlaw Butch Cassidy (of Sundance Kid fame), who was reputed to have had a hideout nearby.
0.5 mi away
Grand Wash Trailhead (Scenic Drive)
The Grand Wash Trailhead, which has parking and restrooms off Scenic Drive, is one of two trailheads for this relatively flat and easy trail.
0.6 mi away
Oyler Mine
Around the turn of the 20th century, deposits of uranium were discovered here in the bottom layer of the Chinle Formation rock.
0.6 mi away
Frying Pan Trail
The Frying Pan Trail across high ridgetops can be hiked from either the Grand Wash trailhead or the Cohab Canyon trailhead, and acts largely as 2.9-mile connector between Cohab Canyon and the Cassidy Arch Trail.
0.7 mi away
Grand Wash Road
The Grand Wash spur road begins at 3.5 miles along the park's main road, Scenic Drive.
