Markagaunt Plateau

Total Miles 12.7
Technical Rating
1 Easy
Best Time Spring, Summer, Fall
Trail Type Full-Width Road
Accessible By
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Trail Overview

The trail goes between Duck Creek and connects to Red Desert, which connects shortly after to Highway 143. From the trail, numerous other trails are accessible and can go between Garfield County and Iron County. These trails are part of the Forrest Service trail system that is around the Duck Creek Area. There is a short section of this trail that goes over a lava rock bed, but it doesn't have ledges or any real obstacles to navigate.

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Difficulty

This trail is mostly on an even surface without any obstacles.

Technical Rating

1

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Kyle Mueller
Jun 07, 2026
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Mostly empty trail, but don't underestimate the lava fields. Large rocks, high clearance required with some careful driving

Markagaunt Plateau Trail can be accessed by the following ride types:

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

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