Skyline Drive
Fairview, Utah
Motorcycle
The Skyline Drive is a high-altitude dirt road that runs along the western ridgeline of the Wasatch Plateau. The ride described here starts on Highway 31 above Fairview Canyon and is 75 miles long with around 5500 vertical feet of total climbing, 7500 feet of descending. Starting altitude is 9400 feet, top altitude 10,700. The Skyline Drive is part of the Great Western Trail.
More Information
Skyline Drive - Ultimate Guide to Mountain Biking in Utah
Skyline Drive. This is a dirt road stretching 75 dirt miles at 10,000 feet. The Skyline Drive is the alpine equivalent of the White Rim Trail -- a multi-day bike ride on dirt road with incredible views. Perfect for a scout troop to ride their bikes to the next camping spot on a 3 or 4 day trip. It's possible to ride the whole thing in one day, but certainly not easy. You'll need a support vehicle, strong lungs, and iron legs.
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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 Fairview, Utah
- Head east on W 100 S toward S State St (105 ft)
- Turn left at the 1st cross street onto S State St (0.4 mi)
- Continue straight onto Canyon Rd (0.1 mi)
- Turn right onto UT-31 E/Canyon RdContinue to follow UT-31 E(13.3 mi)
- Turn right onto FR150/Skyline DrDestination will be on the left(184 ft)
75 miles, Highway 31 to Interstate 70.
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