Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Moab, Utah

Slickrock 2 begins at Hell's Revenge Staircase Bypass & Overlook and continues northeast to the Slickrock Main Loop. This trail covers 0.7 miles across smooth slickrock and is well-marked with white painted lines on the…
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Slickrock 1 trail is the only trail branching off from the Slickrock Practice Loop that will take you to the main Slickrock Trail System. Heading west, this 0.7-mile-long track takes you up a decent climb…
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Slickrock 3 branches off of Slickrock 1 after about 0.4 miles and heads north/west to the Slickrock Main Loop. This trail is 2.2 miles long across smooth slickrock. The white paint markings on this route…
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Experience Sand Flats Recreation on this half-day trail. There is free camping available in scenic Porcupine Rim Campground which is on national forest land. Sand Flats road is an access road to Hell's Revenge and…
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Slickrock Moab Overlook is a short trail that breaks off from the Slickrock Main Loop near the southwest corner of the loop. The trail travels west along a rock ridgeline which is smooth and without…
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Slickrock 7 begins at the intersection of Slickrock 6 and 8 and travels north until hitting the Slickrock Main Loop. This route is about 0.5 miles long over smooth slickrock with minimal markings. The white…
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The Rim Rocker is a 160-mile route winding it's way through aspen groves, over red rock, along the edges of sheer cliffs, and across rivers. Spanning from Moab, Utah to Montrose, CO., the track varies…
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Slickrock 5 is a shortcut trail that bridges across the Slickrock Main Loop at the northernmost part. By riding this trail, you'll skip the section of the Main Loop that runs closest to the Colorado…
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This 0.6-mile point-to-point trail provides an early cutoff for the popular Fins and Things Trail. This trail allows off-roaders to depart the trail early if time does not permit completion of the entire trail. This…
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Hurrah Pass is a classic Moab route that blends scenic red rock landscapes with approachable off-road terrain, making it one of the more accessible and popular trails in the region. The trail stretches west from…
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Long Canyon is a beautiful and easy trail, beginning just off of 313 heading towards Dead Horse Park. Primarily rock, this trail has no major obstacles on it. Early on, there is a wash crossing…
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Bridge Canyon Road is an off shoot trail of Gemini Bridges, just before reaching The Gooney Bird Rock. This is an out and back trail with a loop at the end so turning around is…
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D1605 is known by some as Surprise Overlook. This very short trail delivers big on scenery, showcasing the immediate desert landscape and framing distant vistas of the La Sal Mountains. The reward at the trail's…
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Potash Road / Shafer Switchbacks is a quintessential scenic drive through the red rock heart of Canyon Country--accessible to most vehicles, yet packed with epic views, geologic marvels, and enough exposure to make your palms…
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This scenic and approachable off-road trail offers an ideal route for those seeking to explore Utah's canyon country without the challenge of technical driving. This wide, well-maintained gravel road weaves through a beautiful variety of…
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ATVs are currently not allowed in national parks so you will need to have a truck, Jeep, or other high clearance vehicle equipped with 4WD for this trail. The off-road portion is easy. If you…
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This is an enjoyable trail within Arches NP. It can be an out-and-back if you take it from the bottom, or you can link up with the top half via the Tower Arch 4x4 trail.…
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D1900 is a trail that connects Metal Masher to another spot of the Gemini Bridges. There are some great views of the surrounding red rocks from this offshoot trail. This trail could be used as…
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This is a less-traveled trail dead end trail toward Moon Rock terrain with beautiful rim view. The ride is mainly loose rocks with some deep sand sections, which could be challenging for dirt bikes and…
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Despite its name, Minor Overlook delivers impressive views of the La Sal Mountains, buttes, and the Colorado River. It's a great stop both morning and afternoon: mornings highlight the canyon and river, while afternoons showcase…
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Branching off from trail D1172, D1178 offers a short in-and-out route that parallels D0661. This trail presents a slightly more adventurous driving experience compared to the relatively straightforward County Road 132. Notably, aside from its…
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Branching off from trail D0661, D1172 offers an alternative route that parallels County Road 132 as you head towards Anticline Overlook. This trail presents a slightly more adventurous driving experience compared to the relatively straightforward…
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Serving as a vital link between the iconic Gemini Bridges and the challenging Metal Masher trail, this route begins as a predominantly sandy track, transitioning into a generally well-maintained gravel road for a significant portion.…
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Beginning as a straightforward gravel road off of Gemini Bridges, this path eventually evolves into a more rustic two-track trail. As you progress onto the two-track portion, the terrain becomes a bit more challenging for…
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Not to be confused with the Widow Maker Bypass (which bypasses the Widow Maker obstacle), this trail (officially designated D1799) allows either half of Metal Masher to be bypassed. The bypass is a dirt road,…
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Moab may be full of amazing views, but this one certainly won't disappoint! You leave from the small sand dune area off of Behind the Rocks RD, and meander through mainly sandy/dirt 2 track that…
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This is an offshoot trail from Saucer Canyon. This trail offers a diverse driving surface, alternating between sandy stretches and sections of solid, hard rock. The truly stunning panoramic vistas that unfold along this trail…
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This trail primarily consists of sandy terrain, with sections exhibiting washout areas that require mindful navigation. Despite these features, the trail remains relatively straightforward, gradually descending towards the base of a significant and impressive rock…
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Buttes and Towers trail is an 18-mile point-to-point trail rated 3 of 10 located outside Moab in Grand County, Utah. This trail offers the perfect combination of moderate 4-wheeling with plenty of sightseeing opportunities. Some…
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This trail is within the boundaries of Arches National Park. A Park pass is required and can sometimes be closed by a gate at both ends. It winds through Salt Valley as it descends just…
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