Cathedral Rock Rocks!!
Cat Rock is one my favorite hikes in the Spring Mountain National Recreation Area. The distance is a short 1.5 miles and it takes us about 33 1/2 minutes to hike to the top. Before you even start your hike, I recommend looking up at Cathedral Rock from the parking lot. Cathedral Rock looks so high up, so far away, and almost impossible to hike. Don't let that discourage you. It's easier than it looks. This hike is labeled moderate to strenuous, but it's not as tough as Trail Canyon Trail. It's also a lot shorter and the hills are not as steep. The switchbacks near the top also make the hike a lot easier to bear. Speaking of bear, you won't find any here. You will find Bambi every once in a while, especially in the early mornings. Back to the hike....The views from the overlook is amazing. Your views include Kyle Canyon, Trail Canyon Trail's peak, The Lodge, and even the roads leading here. Trust me...it's beautiful at the top.
2017 Hike Review #3 / 2017 Yelp Review #39