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Spencer and River Trail Access

Spencer Trail Access provides trailhead parking and facilities near Lees Ferry on the Colorado River, managed by Glen Canyon National Recreation Area with a required entrance fee.

The moderately developed trailhead offers parking, restrooms, and water, serving as the starting point for the challenging 3.

74-mile Spencer Trail with 3,000 feet of elevation gain that delivers spectacular views of Lees Ferry, the Colorado River, and surrounding canyons.


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