A well-maintained dirt road that offers some incredible views of the very unique desert landscape. Just over 2 miles in, is a neat boulder field and canyon to navigate through. Just North of this, you'll… Learn more about Cow Dung Road
Total Miles
7.1
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Wi / Fa / Su / Sp
Blue Valley Road
This short little side trail doesn't lead to much, but it does offer some pretty incredible desert views. There was an attempt to connect to the Sand Wash Road, but that road is no longer… Learn more about Blue Valley Road
Total Miles
1
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
North Caineville Reef Road
This trail is a great trail to view the west side of Factory Butte. It is incredible to see red rock, brown rock, and gray rock (and sand and silt in all of these colors).… Learn more about North Caineville Reef Road
Total Miles
10.9
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Fa
Temple Mountain Road
This is a really easy road but has some incredible views and some pictograph panels to see. Make sure to watch out for other vehicles and SxSs, as many roads intersect with this one. It… Learn more about Temple Mountain Road
Total Miles
13.1
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa
Southern Cathedral Valley Road
Another stunning maintained desert trail that connects you from the main road to Lower Cathedral Valley. It is well maintained and scenic. All vehicle types can make it - I was passed by sedan cars.… Learn more about Southern Cathedral Valley Road
Total Miles
14.7
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
McMIllan Springs Road
This short road stretches between the Henry Mountain road and the McMillan Springs campground. The campground has a vault toilet and designated camping spots but is otherwise an unimproved camp area. The foliage is mostly… Learn more about McMIllan Springs Road
Total Miles
2.3
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Reds Canyon
If you are trailing an ATV or UTV, you can make it to the left turn at McKay Flat. Roads are wide enough to park along the edge. On this route you'll see Hondoo Arch,… Learn more about Reds Canyon
Total Miles
41.9
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Henry Mountain Road
The road stretches from Sandy Ranch Road on the West end. It traverses through a desert-type area with many small buttes, gullies, and clay-like soil. It can be very slick when wet. Sagebrush and Cedar… Learn more about Henry Mountain Road
Total Miles
14.1
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
Segers Hole Overlook to Carlysle Wash Road
This road can be accessed on the north end from I-70 via the Blue Road exit. There is also an entrance from Lower Last Chance Road. The area offers amazing views of Iron Red Buttes.… Learn more about Segers Hole Overlook to Carlysle Wash Road
Total Miles
33.5
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Loop & Sand Wash
Really fun sand wash that has a few connectors that will get you back on to the main trail/ road. It has a few tight turns and high side that make it narrow in a… Learn more about Loop & Sand Wash
Total Miles
7.6
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp
Sinbad Valley Arch and Petroglyphs Loop
It's a beautiful short loop in the Sinbad Valley that features petroglyphs and a natural arch. We took a SxS and were easily able to fit through the gatekeeper tunnel that goes under the freeway.… Learn more about Sinbad Valley Arch and Petroglyphs Loop
Total Miles
10.5
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa
Northern Cathedral Valley Road
Nice and easy dirt road that traverses the Northern section of Cathedral Valley National Park and cuts into BLM land. Stock vehicles and passenger cars were spotted. There are a few dry river washes that… Learn more about Northern Cathedral Valley Road
Total Miles
10.7
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Muddy Creek Wilderness Trail
This section of trail offers fun variety as it snakes its way through both a canyon floor and on top of a plateau. It's primarily easy on rating with some softer sections possible. The canyon… Learn more about Muddy Creek Wilderness Trail
Total Miles
13.9
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Wi / Fa / Su / Sp
Lower Last Chance Loop Road
This road can be accessed on the north end from I-70 via the exit to Highway 10 to Price or Blue Road exit. There are also two entrances coming from Capital Reef on the south… Learn more about Lower Last Chance Loop Road
Total Miles
48.5
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Devils Canyon Wilderness Trail
This is an easy trail running a canyon through the Devils Canyon Wilderness. It provides a beautiful drive through one of the most colorful canyons in the area. The trail is maintained but be aware… Learn more about Devils Canyon Wilderness Trail
Total Miles
6.2
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Buckhorn Draw to Wedge Overlook
Enjoy a day in the desert on this easy, family-friendly road, open to nearly any vehicle when dry. Stop and enjoy a 130-foot pictograph next to a very distinct dinosaur footprint. Take in the beautiful… Learn more about Buckhorn Draw to Wedge Overlook
Total Miles
37
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Tantalus Flat - NF30168
Fun mixed terrain route accessing Lower Browns Reservoir, Jorgensen Flat, Tantalus Flats, Laurel and Hardy Arch, and the Western back-door access point of Capitol Reef National Park. This route starts out as a graded gravel… Learn more about Tantalus Flat - NF30168
Total Miles
9.9
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Willow Springs Wash to Lone Tree Crossing
The trail is a nicely graded road through rolling open land and sandy washes. Great expansive views are the reward for this short but beautiful trail. Be prepared as the draws and washes have some… Learn more about Willow Springs Wash to Lone Tree Crossing
Total Miles
5.2
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Coal Wash
This is an easy trail bordering Eagle Canyon Wilderness. The trail ranges from flat dirt track through the open desert to sandy/rocky Coal Wash. The North end of the trail provides access to the Eva… Learn more about Coal Wash
Total Miles
14.6
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
Wash Crossings
From the I70 freeway, this easy dirt road is one of several leading into the San Rafael Swell area. A few washes are crossed, one of which had shallow water flowing mid-April time. The amount… Learn more about Wash Crossings
Total Miles
4.9
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Wi / Fa / Su / Sp
Willow Springs Wash Road
This single-lane dirt road covers a desert area with little vegetation, but many great views across the flat landscape. The soil contains a lot of clay and can get very muddy after a rain or… Learn more about Willow Springs Wash Road
Total Miles
7.9
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Road to Hite
Spend the day in true Utah backcountry on this easy, 30-mile road to the north end of Lake Powell. The trip is beautiful, but very remote so come prepared and consider riding with another vehicle.… Learn more about Road to Hite
Total Miles
29.4
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Burr Trail Switchbacks
This trail goes from Notom-Bullfrog Road to Capitol Reef National Park over the Waterpocket Fold. Once the trail enters Grand Staircase a couple of miles from the top, it becomes a paved road. It winds… Learn more about Burr Trail Switchbacks
Total Miles
5
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
As Above So Below
This road connects Upper Cathedral Valley (campground) and Lower Cathedral Valley (Temple of the Sun and Moon). Stunning desert views all around. The dirt road is maintained, but there are river washes that could potentially… Learn more about As Above So Below
Total Miles
7.5
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Wi / Fa / Su / Sp
Baker Ranch Road
Descending nearly 3000 feet from Hwy 72 at approximately 9200 feet down to the Lower Last Chance road on the San Rafael at 6400 feet. The road borders the north end of Capital Reef National… Learn more about Baker Ranch Road
Total Miles
16.4
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
San Rafael River Road
San Rafael River Road is a very nice out and back route that takes you from the south entrance of Buckhorn Canyon into the Mexican Mountain Wilderness. Primarily an undulating dirt road with some wash… Learn more about San Rafael River Road
Total Miles
13.2
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Moon Walk - BLM 9172
This singletrack starts halfway through the east to the west section of BLM Trail 9188 and starts out in a wash. This wash has narrower, tighter turns than trail 9188. It exits the wash on… Learn more about Moon Walk - BLM 9172
Total Miles
5
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Sp
Spring Canyon Point
Follow this wide, meandering trail through the open countryside that ends with a spectacular view of the Green River and Hey Joe Canyon. A fun side trip is available if you want to experience Cliff… Learn more about Spring Canyon Point
Total Miles
14.7
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Deadman Point
For those looking for beautiful scenery and mild obstacles, Deadman Point is a great, relaxing option. Most vehicles should be able to ride the trail relatively easily, however there are a few obstacles that could… Learn more about Deadman Point
Total Miles
15.9
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Year-round
Jim's Farm Road
Jim's farm road stretches between San Rafael and Hwy 72. The road is open year around, however best traveled during non-winter months. The area is sparsely vegetated with small plants and cedars which dot the… Learn more about Jim's Farm Road
Total Miles
7.4
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
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