Lime Kiln Canyon

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Leaving civilization just outside Mesquite, Nevada, Lime Kiln Canyon is a scenic, rough, and rugged gateway into the Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument. This trail leads into a very remote desert and canyon landscape that ascends steep, narrow paths flanked by towering sandstone cliffs and ju...Read More
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Highlights of Lime Kiln Canyon

Camping Category IconCamping
Desert Category IconDesert
Iconic Category IconIconic
Overland Category IconOverland
Rock Category IconRock
Scenic Category IconScenic
Highest Elevation
4887 ft
Shape of Trail
Straight Through
Typically Open
Year Round
Best Direction
South
Official Trail Name
242
Nearest Town
Mesquite
Nearest Services
Mesquite
Management Agency
Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument, Bureau of Land Management
District
Grand Canyon-Parashant Nm Field Office, Arizona Strip Field Office, Las Vegas Field Office

Overview

Leaving civilization just outside Mesquite, Nevada, Lime Kiln Canyon is a scenic, rough, and rugged gateway into the Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument. This trail leads into a very remote desert and canyon landscape that ascends steep, narrow paths flanked by towering sandstone cliffs and juniper-dotted plateaus. Lime Kiln Canyon is known for its dramatic geology, with layered rock formations and vivid colors reflecting the interplay of erosion and time. The area provides abundant outdoor recreation opportunities and is popular with all types of users, from off-roading to camping to rock climbing. This trail is remote, with no nearby services, so preparation is essential, but it rewards visitors with unparalleled access to the Arizona Strip and the Parashant's untouched wilderness, a haven for solitude and natural beauty.

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19 Waypoints
59 Trail Photos
2 Trail Concerns
8 Community Reviews
1 Video
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