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The Box Canyon Hiking Trail -
Dinosaur National Monument
By
Utah Outdoor Activities
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The trail head for this hike begins in the
parking area of the Josie
Morris Cabin, Dinosaur
National Monument. This trail will be a relief from
the hot summer sun. The trail itself is flat and will even offer shade in
the mid-day. Josie Morris used this canyon as a natural corral
where she raised her cattle. She simply fenced off the narrow
end of the canyon and let the canyon walls confine her
stock.
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As
you continue up this trail the steep canyon walls will begin to box you
in and eventfully you can go no further. The trail itself is very
short in length and very relaxing. You will be able to view one of
the natural springs Josie used as her water source. Keep an eye
out for the local wildlife. If there is a chance to see a mule
deer this is the location. |
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Although the steep walls our inviting to
be explored please to not attempt to scramble up these walls.
The rock itself is very crumbly, slippery and steep. Don't
forget your water and bug repellant this trail may be shady but it
still gets hot.
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