Valley of the Gods

Total Miles
16.3

Technical Rating

2

Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Trail Type

Full-Width Road

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Valley of the Gods
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Trail Overview

Spectacular 17 mile route through iconic desert spires, buttes, and formations. Think Monument Valley that you can actually drive right next to the monuments and wild camp - for free. This route is not hard, but you MUST pay attention to weather - if it rains, it flashes very easily and you can be stuck in here for up to a week.

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Valley of the Gods
Valley of the Gods

Difficulty

Typically hard pack with some washes to cross. Nothing technical or hard and relatively flat. Pay attention to weather - if it's wet or going to rain, stay out unless you are prepared to stay in for up to a week.

History

Valley of the Gods is considered sacred by the Navajo - please be respectful.

Technical Rating

2

Status Reports

Erik Loop
Apr 17, 2025
4x4
Open
Dusty
A little busy for my taste but the views were worth it. Very easy road with tons of camping spots, very few with privacy however. Lots of RV's, camper vans and Subaru's. The wind was terrible and got red dirt into everything! I'll never get it all out. Still worth it. Stunning scenery.
Dan Binder
Apr 13, 2025
2023 Ford Bronco Sport
Open
Dusty
Jason Er
Apr 10, 2025
4x4
Open
Normal
Dusty
High clearance works. Mostly good condition. Some wild spots
James Puzio
Mar 31, 2025
4x4
Open
Dusty
Two sand patches, but besides that I saw a 2WD car driving on it. Easy trail. Very nice views all around

Access Description

Located in Utah between the Moki Dugway (261) and Hwy 163. Coming down the Moki Dugway near the base turn left.

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