Long Canyon 4x4 Road
Moab, Utah
| Address: | ~Long Canyon Rd, Moab, UT 84532, USA |
| GPS: |
38°32'47.0"N 109°39'8.9"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Utah |
| Trail Length: | 7.00 miles |
| Trail Type: | Out & Back |
| MTB Trail Type: | 4x4 Trail |
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Yeah, it's a 4x4 road, but few cars venture up it, and it's one heck of a workout along a beautiful canyon--is there any canyon in the area that isn't beautiful? At one point, there is a huge piece of sandstone that has fallen across the road, leaving an opening just large enough to squeeze a vehicle through. Pretty cool. No sandstone to ride on, so it's something different. Courtesy of Singletracks.com
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Add ResourceNever modify trail features. Ride trails when they're dry enough that you won't leave ruts. Speak up when you see others on the trail and always yield to hikers, horses, and others coming uphill. Always ride on the established trail.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Moab, Utah
- Head west on E Center St toward N Main St (266 ft)
- Turn right onto US-191 N/N Main StContinue to follow US-191 N(4.1 mi)
- Turn left onto UT-279 S (13.5 mi)
- Turn right onto Long Canyon RdDestination will be on the left(0.3 mi)
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