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Sound of Silence Trail – Dinosaur National Monument

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Sound of Silence Trail – Dinosaur National Monument

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Sound of Silence Trail – Dinosaur National Monument

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5.11km

80m

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The Sound of Silence Trail delivers what it promises: abundant tranquillity and unique views. On this 5-kilometre (3 mi) loop, you can explore the geology of the Dinosaur National Monument and enjoy breathtaking views of the gleaming white Split Mountain. If you like, you can combine the Sound of Silence…

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Last updated: May 20, 2025

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Sound of Silence Trail

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The Sound of Silence Trail is a 3.2-mile roundtrip with about 400 feet elevation change. It winds through an intermittent creek bed, a so-called wash, and shows you the diverse …

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On the higher section of the Sound of Silence Trail, you can enjoy a stunning view of Split Mountain and an area known as the Racetrack. The Racetrack was formed by the Triassic period Chinle and Moenkopi Formations.

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September 24, 2024,🇺🇲 Dinosaur National Monument: Sound of Silence Trail
The trail is really beautiful. Unfortunately there is no shade. The wash is not as big and impressive as the one in Canyonlands NP, but the colors and rock formations are extraordinary. Walk it clockwise. The signage in the other direction is bad and the path is sometimes hard to find despite GPS.

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January 3, 2024

The Sound of Silence Trail delivers what it promises: abundant tranquillity and unique views. On this 5-kilometre (3 mi) loop, you can explore the geology of the Dinosaur National Monument and enjoy breathtaking views of the gleaming white Split Mountain. If you like, you can combine the Sound of Silence

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March 13, 2024

This was also one of our favorite trails.

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