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The Swell is a biker heaven where you’ll never be bored by the same trail. Looking for thrill-seeking canyon-rim treks? Head to the Wedge and the Good Water Rim trail. Looking for a natural slickrock skatepark? The gently rolling formations of exposed sandstone of Saucer Basin are calling your name. Want a more varied desert landscape? Head to the Athena trail near the old missile base in Green River or the trails around Goblin Valley State Park.
Road Biking is a growing trend across Utah. With scenic byways, challenging climbs and rolling hills, this region is gaining recognition as a road-bikers paradise.
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Millsite State Park
Camp in the quiet campground, boat and fish on the clear blue waters of the reservoir, explore the trails on two/four wheels, or try your swing on the nearby golf course. Millsite State Park is a secluded 435-acre lake at the mouth of scenic Ferron Canyon. This Utah State Park reservoir is a popular fishery and…
Buckhorn Pictograph Panel
The Buckhorn Pictograph panel is over 130 feet in length and features art from two distinct cultures that have inhabited the area. The dominant artwork is a series of painted figures and symbols, called pictographs, believed to have been created over 2000 years ago by people of the Barrier Canyon Culture. This was an ancient…
Swinging Bridge
The San Rafael Bridge, locally known as the swinging bridge was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1938. The swinging bridge was the only bridge over the San Rafael River until the 1990s. Though you can no longer drive on the bridge, it is perfectly safe to walk on. Water height of the river…
Fossil Point
A walk back in time. At Fossil Point, you can view dinosaur bones dating back to the Jurassic Era, 145 million years ago. Visitors who climb to the top of the point are rewarded with a closeup look at the huge bones of a Sauropod. Don’t forget to check out the view while you are…
Huntington State Park
Joe’s Valley is situated on the Wasatch Plateau in Central Utah. Juniper, pinyon pine and sagebrush cover the area, and aspens and pines dot the surrounding hillsides. The 1,170 acre reservoir is 7000 feet above sea level and offers good fishing for cutthroat trout, rainbow trout, tiger muskie and trophy lake.
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The Wedge Overlook
Visitors to the Wedge Overlook can take in spectacular views of the deep gorge carved over millennia by the San Rafael River. But the Wedge, also known as Utah’s “Little Grand Canyon,” isn’t just one of the most breathtaking scenic vistas in the state. Adventures abound for bikers, hikers, rafters, sightseers, and campers.
Good Water Rim
One of the best mountain bike rides in Utah. 15 miles of singletrack following the edge of Good Water Canyon. Biked as a loop the trail is 21 miles of upper-intermediate level riding that seems to go on forever. With stunning views around every corner, you are hoping that it never ends.
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Good Water Rim
One of the best mountain bike rides in Utah. 15 miles of singletrack following the edge of Good Water Canyon. Biked as a loop the trail is 21 miles of upper-intermediate level riding that seems to go on forever. With stunning views around every corner, you are hoping that it never ends.