Tippets Valley

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Tippetts Valley is located within the heart of the Dixie National Forest in southern Utah. The route easily travels through wide-open meadows and a large section of old-growth Ponderosa Pines. Some of the trees in the area are over 300 years old and mature to heights above 150 feet tall. One of thes... Read More
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Highlights of Tippets Valley

Camping Category Icon Camping
Forest Category Icon Forest
Overland Category Icon Overland
Scenic Category Icon Scenic
Highest Elevation
9498 ft
Shape of Trail
Connector
Typically Open
05/01 - 11/30
Best Direction
South
Official Trail Name
381
Nearest Town
Duck Creek Village
Nearest Services
Duck Creek Village
Management Agency
Dixie National Forest
District
Cedar City Ranger District

Overview

Tippetts Valley is located within the heart of the Dixie National Forest in southern Utah. The route easily travels through wide-open meadows and a large section of old-growth Ponderosa Pines. Some of the trees in the area are over 300 years old and mature to heights above 150 feet tall. One of these old giants is along the edge of the trail at Waypoint 07. On this route, you'll have your choice of trails to connect with.

Dry Camp Valley

, at Waypoint 08, is a difficult 4x4 trail that leads to Duck Creek Village. Tippetts Valley is often used to bypass the difficult section along

Red Desert Road

. If you have low clearance or don't want any challenges, then this is an easy way around that rough section on Red Desert Road. The remote camping within the pine and aspen trees is a very relaxing experience. Be sure to keep your eyes out for the abundant wildlife found in the area. Elk, deer, turkey, and all the big predator birds can be spotted within this region.

Trail Difficulty and Assessment

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12 Waypoints
38 Trail Photos
1 Trail Concerns
5 Community Reviews
1 Video
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