West Newfoundland Road

This trail follows the west side of the Newfoundland Mountains, a very remote mountain range located in the middle of the Great Salt Lake Desert. This trail runs from the Railroad tracks in the North and ends at a gate for the Utah Test and Training Range near the Southern end of the mountains. The trail is a semi-improved trail, with a mix of dirt and gravel in some areas. When conditions are dry/frozen, this is a pretty easy trail that could be ridden by any 2WD vehicle with decent clearance. However if there has been any recent rains or snowmelt, you can expect this trail to get muddy and would want 4WD. Numerous rutted spots could prove to be a challenge in wet conditions. The trail has several offshoots to several smaller canyons and potential camp spots. This is a very remote area with sparse cell service, so be prepared for emergencies and travel with a buddy. Additionally, this trail provides access to a hiking trail that leads up towards Desert Peak, which is the tallest mountain in this range.