Eagle Canyon-BLM820

Trail Overview

Eagle Canyon-BLM820 is a 6.3-mile point-to-point trail rated 3 of 10 located in Emery County and falls within the San Rafael BLM Travel Management Area. Eagle Canyon is a dual-track primitive dirt road. The trail starts on the east side at Rod's Valley Road and north of Interstate 70 at Secret Mesa-BLM648. The trail is predominately sand/dirt track with a few spots that have embedded rock in the trail. There are no significant obstacles along this trail and can be negotiated by any 4WD off-road vehicle. There are several points of interest along the trail. The Swasey Cabin is located near the east end. The cabin was built by Joe Swasey in 1921 and used as a shelter while running cattle in the area. The cabin is a short walk from a parking area along the track and there is a BLM restroom at the site. Continuing west on the trail leads to into Eagle Canyon with cliffs on both sides of the trail. Rounding one corner will bring the Eagle Canyon Arch into view. The arch is right on the side of the trail and is a great place for pictures. The trail then crosses under the Eagle Canyon Bridges of Interstate 70 before ending at Secret Mesa. Cell phone service was intermittent near Interstate 70 but there was no service in the canyon. The nearest services are located in Emery or in either direction on Interstate 70.

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Difficulty

Trail consisting of loose rocks, dirt, and sand with some slick rock surfaces, mud holes possible, no steps higher than 12". 4WD may be required, aggressive tires a plus.

Technical Rating

Eagle Canyon-BLM820 can be accessed by the following ride types:

• High-Clearance 4x4
• SUV
• SxS (60")
• ATV (50")
• Dirt Bike