House Rock Road

Total Miles 20.3
Technical Rating
2 Easy
Best Time Spring, Summer, Fall
Trail Type Full-Width Road
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Trail Overview

House Rock Road is an unimproved road, but well maintained. The road sees a lot of traffic due to several popular trailheads, such as Buckskin Gulch, Wire Pass and the Wave. There are trailhead parking areas with bathrooms along the route. The road stretches for approximately 30 miles between State Routes 89 and 89A.

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Difficulty

This is a well traveled road. It has a lot of rocks, which makes it slow and bumpy. Otherwise, it is passible by most vehicles in dry weather.

Technical Rating

2

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JB Rancor
Mar 19, 2026
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Miles of nonstop washboard. Beware the suicidal jackrabbits that come out at sunset.
Christophe Brosson
Dec 20, 2025
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Paul Smith
Mar 03, 2025
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Easy and well traveled trail with occasional washboard and mud spots. Saw a stock Ford Fusion - definitely not difficult.
David H
Nov 12, 2024
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Easy trail with great views of the Vermilion Cliffs, particularly on the southern half of route. Some road work being done on southern quarter, but no obstructions.

House Rock Road Trail can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • Single Track
  • 50 Inch
  • 60 Inch
  • High Clearance
  • Full Width

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