Wire Mesa - Mountain Bike near Hurricane, Utah
~S Bench Rd, Hurricane, UT 84737, USA,Hurricane,Utah
37.13295958, -113.07115875
12.4 miles E of Hurricane, Utah
Address: ~S Bench Rd, Hurricane, UT 84737, USA
GPS: 37°7'58.7"N 113°4'16.2"W
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State: Utah
Trail Length: 7.00 miles
Trail Type: Loop
MTB Trail Type: Singletrack
Trails/Routes: 7.2 mi

Mountain Bike

Wire Mesa, located outside of Hurricane, Utah, is a beautiful single track trail near trails like Gooseberry Mesa and Little Creek Mesa. Known for being an introductory trail to the more difficult Gooseberry and Little Creek trails, it has all the attractions that bring mountain bikers to the area with beautiful views of southern Utah and Zion National Park, winding trails, and fast flowing riding. 

The Wire Mesa trail is 7.4 miles long as it goes along rolling hills throughout as you complete the out and back style trail. The best times to ride this trail are from April to November to ensure the best weather and trail conditions for all riders. There are a few options for riders according to their skill level, one for beginners and the others for intermediate level riders. Both options are out and back style and ride along the desert mesas in the area into a scenic overlook of Zion National Park.

No matter your skill level, Wire Mesa likely has something for you. One of several options in the area to help you gain experience as a mountain biker and to show you the beauty of southern Utah even more. Whether you are a beginner or seasoned veteran bike rider, Wire Mesa is a great option to explore!

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Never 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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Directions

From Hurricane, Utah

  1. Head south on S 100 W (46 ft)
  2. Turn left at the 1st cross street onto W 100 S (0.4 mi)
  3. Continue onto UT-59 S (13.7 mi)
  4. Sharp left onto Main St (3.7 mi)
  5. Continue onto S Bench Rd (2.1 mi)
  6. Turn left at Smithsonian Butte Rd
    Destination will be on the left
    (0.1 mi)
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Wire Mesa Mountain Biking Trail video - Hurricane  by Cameron Hill
WIRE MESA - Tech & Flow - Southern Utah Trail Near by Bike Sleep Repeat

Trails

Distance ?

7.2 miles

Real Ascent ?

1,357 feet

Real Descent ?

1,357 feet

Grade (-24° to 29°)

-45% to 56%

Elevation differences are scaled for emphasis. While the numbers are accurate, the cut-away shown here is not to scale.

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