Little Wild Horse Canyon
Hanksville, UT
One of the most accessible slot canyons in Utah, with narrow, curving walls just wide enough to walk through. The trailhead is a few kilometers past Goblin Valley; avoid it when storms threaten.
- Nearest town
- Hanksville, UT
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 38.5829, -110.8024
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May and October. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, June and September. Hot in July–August. Cold, short days in January–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Campsites nearby
- Temple Mountain Campground WestCampsite9 mi from Little Wild Horse CanyonTentsCaravansToiletsFree
- Primitive Camping AreaCampsite9 mi from Little Wild Horse CanyonTentsCaravansFree
- Temple Mountain Campground EastMotorhome stopover9 mi from Little Wild Horse CanyonMotorhomesFree
- Duke's Slickrock Campground & RV ParkMotorhome stopover15 mi from Little Wild Horse CanyonTentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityShowersWaste disposalWi-Fi
- Muddy Creek Mining CompanyMotorhome stopover15 mi from Little Wild Horse CanyonMotorhomesElectricityToiletsWi-Fi
- Offroad RV ResortMotorhome stopover16 mi from Little Wild Horse CanyonMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterWaste disposal
All campsites in Utah · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Little Wild Horse Canyon?
Little Wild Horse Canyon is in Hanksville, UT, at GPS 38.5829, -110.8024. It is about 32 mi from Capitol Reef (Fruita).
Can you camp near Little Wild Horse Canyon?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is West Primitive Campground, about 2 mi away; within 25 mi there are 14 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Little Wild Horse Canyon?
Little Wild Horse Canyon is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: San Rafael Swell and Goblin Valley to Capitol Reef.
What is there to see near Little Wild Horse Canyon?
Places worth a stop nearby: Goblin Valley State Park (5 mi), Hickman Bridge Trail (31 mi), Capitol Reef National Park (32 mi) and Fruita Campground (32 mi).
When is the best time to visit Little Wild Horse Canyon?
The most pleasant months are usually May and October. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, June and September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)