Double Arch Alcove and a nice waterfall in the very pleasant Middle Fork of Taylor Creek.

Taylor Creek Middle Fork
is a great little canyon in the Kolob Fingers, and leads to the rather scenic Double Arch Alcove. This is a conventional hiking trail in rough country, and is a little tricky to follow in a few places.

Park at the Middle Fork parking area, and follow the trail down and into the streambed. The trail follows the stream through a wide open and beautiful section of Taylor Creek. After entering a grove of pines, in the vicinity of a pioneer cabin, the trail splits. Stay more or less straight, and follow the main trail into the Middle Fork. The trail enters the shade as it passes through some mighty sandstone walls. A few miles of easy walking plus a couple of scenic waterfalls, brings you to Double Arch Alcove - a giant and very orange double arch. There is a Wild Turkey that lives in this area - keep your eyes peeled. (The "Arches" are not separated arches, but are arches ON the canyon wall).

Further travel upcanyon is blocked by a landslide. A steep trail surmounts this obstacle to explore the upper canyon.

Return the way you came.