Rim Overlook & Navajo Knobs Trail
Rim Overlook / Navajo Knobs
A demanding long route extending from the Hickman Bridge trail, climbing to the cliff top for views over Fruita's oasis and the whole Waterpocket Fold.
Continue past the Hickman Natural Bridge junction. In about 3.7 km you reach the Rim Overlook, which looks down more than 300 meters over Fruita's orchards and river valley. Another 3 km or so brings you to Navajo Knobs, with 360-degree views of Boulder Mountain, the Henry Mountains, and the folded ridges. The full round trip is about 15 km with roughly 700 meters of elevation gain, and it takes 6–7 hours. The route is marked by cairns. Start early, carry at least 3 liters of water, and do not go out during thunderstorms.
Opening hours
Open all day
Nearby sights
- Hickman Bridge
- Petroglyph Panel
- Fruita Schoolhouse
- Cohab Canyon
- Gifford Homestead
- Fruita Rural Historic District
- Cassidy Arch
- Grand Wash