Trail Overview

D's Workaround (D1228) in the Moab area is a fantastic trail if you like challenges! This trail is fun and filled with surprises! If you run it east to west, the trail gets more and more challenging as you head west. There are many ledges and waterfall-type areas, so scouting and proper line choice is essential. There are areas of sand and slick rock as well, so some off-camber sections are to be expected. The trail is up on a mesa, but crosses near the back of two side canyons, providing stunning views. Two, shorter, smaller offshoot trails lead to the canyon edge, where the views into Canyonlands National Park are breathtaking. There is no service in the area, so offline maps are needed. On this route, you'll find juniper and scrub brush, along with a few cacti.

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Difficulty

This is an unmaintained trail with ledges and waterfall obstacles over 12 inches tall. There are sections that lead into wash crossings that may prove hazardous during the rainy season or after a moisture event.

Technical Rating

Jon G

Mar 20, 2026

Open

While most of the trail is dirt and mild rock to drive, there are a few sections of trail with decent stair step ledges that require a technical line. These sections are 5 out of 10 for technical, rest of trail is a 2.

John Lynn

Mar 23, 2025

Open

Surprisingly technical trail—not Subaruable. Lol

Gary Allison

Oct 23, 2024

Open

Large rock shelves, deep ruts. Lift and larger tires required. Definitely not a green, 5 difficulty

O A

May 10, 2024

Open

Good trail, especially from LC going into Deadhorse. Pick your lines when necessary, and scouting ahead can be useful at times.