The USGS 7.5 minute Lone Rock Quadrangle may be helpful buy it at the Carl Hayden Visitor Center. Wiregrass Canyon provides little shade, and the rocks reflect the sun's heat. Fall, winter, and spring are the best times for this hike. If hiking in the summer, start as early in the morning as possible. Utah road maps and Multipurpose Maps may be obtained from the Utah Travel Council, Council Hall, Salt Lake City, UT 84114.
Water availability varies from hike to hike.
Always filter or boil water since Giardia or other pathogens may be present. The best months for hiking the canyons are March thru mid-June and September and October. Springtime weather may vary from warm days and cool nights to rainy and even snowy conditions. Summer months bring very hot temperatures while autumn usually promises pleasant hiking weather. Winter temperatures may dip well below zero.