Swinging Bridge Trailhead

Facility · Utah ·

Managed by the Bureau of Land Management

Price Field Office (Bureau of Land Management UT) · Open Access

5,133 ft
Elevation
Swing Bridge trailhead serves as the take out for those wishing to hike or float through the Little Grand Canyon. The trailhead is located near the Swing Bridge campground. This hike explores the San Rafael river as it cuts through the Little Grand Canyon. This area is a popular 2-3 day backpacking trip with primitive campsites where user are required to practice leave no trace ethics. The San Rafael River should only be floated in small crafts above 200 CFS and large crafts above 500 CFS. Hikers should only attempt to hike this section when the river is below 50 CFS. The hike is approximately 18 miles with numerous river crossings required. The side canyons along the hike offer endless miles of exploring.

Getting there

Please contact the Price Field Office for driving directions

39.07770, -110.68527 · 39°4'39.7"N 110°41'7.0"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in0.50.80.70.60.60.50.61.11.11.20.50.8

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 19.6 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Can you reserve a site at Swinging Bridge Trailhead?
No. Swinging Bridge Trailhead is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

Camping near Swinging Bridge Trailhead

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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