Wind Cave Way
Trail Number: 034
Trail Length: 3.5 miles one way, from fork in Wind Cave trail
Difficulty: Moderate
Trailhead: Wind Cave Trailhead across Highway 89 from Guinavah-Malibu Campground (GPS: N41°45′747″ W111°42′212″) in Logan Canyon or Preston Valley Trailhead in Green Canyon
Elevation Start/Gain: 5100 feet/2300 feet
Route: "To access the ridge via Wind Caves Way, begin hiking at Wind Cave trailhead... and watch for a [distinct trail heading off to the right] after about a mile. Keep a sharp eye for this junction, as it is easy to miss....
"The views of Logan Canyon from the ridge are marvelous and include unique rock formations of the China Wall and Crimson Trail across the canyon. "
Several possibilities exist for the hiker: return down to Logan Canyon via Wind Cave Way, hike down Preston Valley Trail to Green Canyon, or continue along the ridge to Beirdneau Peak and beyond.
For route details and special features, please refer to the best hiking guide in Cache Valley:
Cache Trails, 2023 Edition, edited by Dave Wallace and illustrated by Margaret Pettis
(Bridgerland Audubon Society)
Available from:
- Cache Valley Visitors Bureau
- The Book Table
- The Trailhead a.k.a Campsaver.com
- USDA Forest Service, Logan District Office
- USU Bookstore
