Toadstool Hoodoos
Just off the freeway between Page and Kanab, the Toadstool Hoodoos is a playful, otherworldly area highly worth a visit. Mushroom-shaped formations rise from softly glowing sandstone, and the short approach makes this one of the most accessible ways to step into a landscape that feels almost surreal — especially in the late afternoon, when the hoodoos and canyon walls begin to glow in warm golden light.
Take the main marked trail to the hoodoos, keeping an eye out for cairns along the way. Most visitors stop at the first cluster of formations, but if you linger, the area opens up. After exploring the main hoodoos, head left (south) and look for an obvious path that crosses straight out and then turns right into a small canyon. Here you’ll find a quiet “garden” of hoodoos set against steep canyon walls — just minutes from the main trail but often completely empty.
It’s also worth wandering north of the main formations, where you can drop into a narrow canyon of brilliant white rock and sculpted hoodoos. The canyon winds through several bends, with short side canyons to explore. There’s a small rock obstacle partway in that’s manageable but can serve as a natural turnaround point if you’re short on daylight. The canyon continues until it reaches a tall dry fall. If you plan to explore here, give yourself time and be especially mindful to stay in washes and established social trails — these badlands are fragile and easily damaged.
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A playful walk into an otherworldly landscape of mushroom-shaped hoodoos, glowing badlands, and narrow canyon passages. Just off the highway between Page and Kanab, this short, easily accessible trail invites slow wandering, curiosity, and awe — perfect for a quick stop or a lingering explore with no destination in mind.
Awe Rating (1-5):
4
Length:
< 5 miles
Difficulty:
Easy
Trail Type:
Out & Back
Time Needed:
1-2 Hours
Highlights:
Slot Canyon, Photography
Landscape:
Badlands, Hoodoos
Solitude Potential:
High
Trailhead Access:
Paved Access
Special Considerations, Best Season to Hike:
Remember to walk on established paths and avoid the cryptobiotic soil. Best to hike when it's not hot- late fall, winter and early spring.
Things to Know
• Very easy access: The trailhead is located just off Highway 89 between Page and Kanab. The hike to the main hoodoo area is short and relatively easy, making this one of the most accessible ways to experience dramatic sandstone formations in the region.
• Stay on durable surfaces: The surrounding sandstone hills and hoodoo formations are fragile. Avoid climbing directly on the formations and stick to durable surfaces to help preserve the area.
• Explore beyond the first hoodoos: Most visitors stop at the first cluster of formations. If you continue wandering through the surrounding sandstone hills and small canyons, you’ll often find quieter areas and additional formations.
• Heat and sun exposure: The landscape is mostly open with very little shade. Even though the hike is short, bring water and sun protection, especially during warmer months.
• Best light in late afternoon: The hoodoos and surrounding canyon walls glow beautifully in late afternoon light, making this one of the best times to visit for both photography and atmosphere.
More to Explore
Other fantastic hoodoo landscapes requiring a little more effort to reach include nearby White Rocks Hoodoos and Stud Horse Point and Skylight Arch.
The adjacent Vermillion Cliffs also boast several world-class destinations including The Wave, Buckskin Gulch, Wire Pass to Buckskin Gulch, Edmaier's Secret and White Pocket.
Scenes Along the Trail
