My interest was tweaked when I kept seeing an unusual little day hike on “best hikes in Utah” lists.
The name is surprising too: Negro Bill’s Canyon. (I will lobbyinglobby for a name change to Mitt Romney Canyon if he wins the Presidency in 2008.)
It’s popular for a number of reasons:
Despite the plentiful poison ivy, this is a very popular hike for those owning dogs and/or children.
Ultimately, it’s a nice change from the dry, hot desert environment outside the canyon. And 3.2mi (5.15km) is a nice distance for a short walk.
Morning Glory Natural Bridge … or, more accurately, …
This is not a natural bridge, but it is a very large alcove arch. Robert Vreeland measured the span of this arch and reported it to be 243 feet in Volume 5 of his book series, Natures Bridges and Arches. This volume is now out of print. Jay Wilbur of NABS has confirmed this measurement.
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DSD // May 30, 2007 at 12:54 pm
Sounds like you really enjoyed Moab and area!
You can also do Negro Bill Canyon from the top by canyoneering a ways above Morning Glory Arch, rappelling of it, then hiking out through Negro Bill. The route starts up past the SlickRock bike trails.
Makes for a great adventure!
DSD
“Summit Stones & Adventure Musings”
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