Spencer Trail
“Charles G. Spencer established a mining operation at the Colorado River near Lees Ferry. In 1910, two of his men built this mule trail to supply fuel (coal) from 30 miles away at Warm Creek. The trail switchbacks 1,500 feet in only one mile, but the views along the way only get better as you gain the top. ”
Difficult to strenuous
3.74 miles (6.02 km)
Hiking
A steep and strenuous ascent up a switchback trail that requires a 1,500-foot elevation gain in only one mile, but provides spectacular views of Lees Ferry and the Colorado River and, at the top, the city of Page, Glen Canyon, and Navajo Mountain.
THIS IS A DIFFICULT HIKE. DO NOT ATTEMPT IN THE HEAT OF THE SUMMER OR PLAN TO LEAVE EARLY IN THE MORNING. BRING PLENTY OF WATER.
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Directions
From the intersection of Lake Powell Blvd. and North Navajo Drive in Page the trailhead is 45 miles (72.42 km). Drive northwest on Lake Powell Blvd. and turn left (south) on HWY 89. At mile 25.2 turn right (north) on HWY 89A toward Lees Ferry and Jacob Lake. Cross over Navajo Bridge and at mile 39.3 turn right (north) onto Lees Ferry Road. There is a kiosk for the park entrance fee at mile 39.8. The trailhead is 5.2 miles north.
Click map below to navigate to trailhead.
Trail Details
Trailhead Coordinates: 36°51'59.5"N 111°35'07.3"W
Trail Access: National Park Service, U.S. Fee Area
Trail Surface: Hard packed earth, rock steps, some rock scrambling
Trail Condition: Moderately developed
Trail Use Type: Hiking
Best Season: Late spring/winter/fall
Parking at Trailhead: Yes
Restroom / Water: Yes
Pet Friendly: No
Degree of Difficulty: Difficult to strenuous
Trail Type: Out and back
Trail Length: 3.74 miles (6.02 km) out and back, 1.87 miles (3.01 km) one way
Elevation Gain / Loss: 3,000’
Elevation at Trailhead: 3,145’
Cell Service: Intermittent
Land Manager: National Park Service (NPS) - Glen Canyon National Recreation Area (GCNRA)
