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The Sound Of Silence Hiking
Trail -
Dinosaur National Monument
By
Utah Outdoor Activities
The Sound Of Silence Hiking Trail is the second point of interest on
the Tilted
Rocks Auto Tour. This trail is a moderated to
difficult 3-mile route that will take you through arid landscapes,
towering stone walls, and down dark red paths. The beginning of
this hike takes you through a flat sage brush valley and makes its
way into a tree and brush covered wash with views of towering
stone walls. Do remember you are hiking in a wash so watch the
skies and listen for sounds of possible water heading your
way. As you continue down the wash the trees and brush offer relief
from the hot summer sun.
After hiking through the wash you will come to
the section of trail called the labyrinth. The labyrinth is a
maze of bright red hills with trails going in every direction.
So to be sure you don't take the wrong route keep this tip in mind -
Always turn right!.
After making your way through the labyrinth the trail continues
across a rolling hill valley and then you will reach the most
difficult part of the trail. At this section you will
experience a steep little hill climb and on the other side a decent
down slick rock. You will then reach a point that you must
climb down a steep wash. After this wash the trail levels out
and reconnects to the original trail that will lead you back to the
parking area.
When hiking this trail be sure to bring plenty of water, a hat, sun
screen and even bring bug repellent. Yes, even though your in
the desert there are many pesky mesquites waiting for their next
meal.
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