Fuller Bottom

The San Rafael Swell is an unmistakable area in Central Utah, known for its unique geography and incredible diversity. Boasting multiple Dark Sky Parks, pictographs and petroglyphs, the world famous Goblin Valley and the Wedge (Mini Grand Canyon), the San Rafael Swell is one not to miss. In the northern portion flows the San Rafael River carving its way from Emery County 90 miles southeast where it meets with the Green River shortly before it joins up with the Colorado River. Along the banks of the river is an area called Fuller Bottom, an "oasis" within the arid climate of the San Rafael Swell. Lush with vegetation, Fuller Bottom is accessed by a relatively easy off-road trail both from the north and the south. The majority of the visitors come in from the north due to the easy access from the intersecting Wedge Overlook and Buckhorn Wash trails. Coming in from the south requires you to cross the San Rafael River which may not be an easy task based on when you expect to be traveling. Although this trail in particular may not gloat of any specific interests aside from Fuller Bottom itself and the river crossing, it is worth the drive! Fuller Bottom gives you access to the petroglyphs and pictographs along Buckhorn Wash to the north, and the incredible network of trails to the south such as Devil's Racetrack, Fixit Pass, Eagle Canyon, or North Fork of Coal Wash.