Moab Singletrack - 4 Day Guided Mountain Bike Trip

Moab Guided Mountain Biking & Camping - 4 Day Trip

This trip is the perfect sampling of what Moab has to offer! This is Moab riding at its best. Wonderful purpose-built flow trails interspersed with super yummy meals prepared by your guides in the great outdoors—gives you more time to chill and take in the view. Some singletrack experience and technical skills would be helpful to get full enjoyment out of this mountain biking experience.

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Trip Details

RIDING TYPE | Advanced

TRIP DURATION | 4-Days

SEASON | April – May / September – October

Itineraries are subject to change due to weather, road conditions, rider safety and other factors which may affect the logistics of the adventure.

• Road Surface: Introductory to Intermediate singletrack with some doubletrack - packed sediment, sand and slickrock.
• Technical Difficulty: Moderate, some steep climbs and rocky sections.
• Physical Difficulty: Moderate.
• Altitude: 4,000 - 5,500 feet

Itinerary

DAY 1

Once we have made our introductions, we will head to the Klondike Bluffs Trailhead for our first ride and lunch along the trail. This area is stark and dramatic with smooth fun trails that take you right back to the Jurassic time period. After checking out this spectacular singletrack, we will enjoy a picnic lunch before loading up to head towards Canyonlands National Park where we will camp at Horsethief campground the next 3 nights.

TOTAL MILEAGE: 8-12 miles

DAY 2

After some delicious coffee and a serious breakfast, we will head over to Dead Horse State Park and ride the Intrepid Trails. These are fun and swooping trails with some of the best views anywhere in the world—from the Colorado River Overlook to Big Chief Mesa—the photo ops are endless. And so are the options—choose a a shorter loop and save time to hike the perimeter of the view point or keep riding and meet the group out at the point. You can see all the way down into Canyonlands National Park and the famous Thelma and Louise Point.

TOTAL MILEAGE: 9-25 miles

DAY 3

Today’s ride will take us through the Navajo Loop Trail System—more fun mountain biking on great trails that take us along beautiful cliffs and under hanging gardens in giant alcoves that will someday become natural arches. This trail travels through several different desert ecosystems, including beautiful sections of slickrock with the towering La Sal mountains looming in the distance. Again we will have lots of options for longer and shorter routes before heading back to camp for our final night under the stars.

TOTAL MILEAGE: 8-24 miles

DAY 4

We will get an early start today and head for the Magnificent Seven trails that take us off the Island in the Sky and back down to civilization. We cruise over to the Great Escape Trail and pop out at the famous Gemini Bridges—from here we continue the descent to our final climb out of the valley. The end of the trail meets a bike path that will lead us straight back into town.

TOTAL MILEAGE: 23 miles

Why Book with Western Spirit

We love biking and traveling as much as you do! For over 30 years, we’ve been in the business of bike guiding and we’ve honed every little detail to give you the highest quality bike trip on the market. We’ve cherry-picked the best mountain bike trails and road rides so you can immerse yourself in the stunning landscape of the American West. We go the extra mile to make sure you have the most fun on your bike!

At Western Spirit, our staff is the heart of our company. Our guides love what they do, and are dedicated to providing you with a memorable vacation. Each of them has received extensive training in backcountry travel, cooking, natural history, and first aid, not to mention their cycling and mechanical skills. They are committed to helping people experience the outdoors and have a wealth of knowledge to share. Their attention to every detail leaves you free to enjoy the riding.

It’s our philosophy that everyone in our busy world needs to get outside more. We know it’s tough to squeeze it all in, but with Western Spirit we’re here to make it as easy as possible. Our friendly office staff is just a call away to help you find the perfect trip for you. We believe in getting away from it all, spending rejuvenating time in nature, and most of all, having a lot of fun!

Logistics

MEETING PLACE AND TIME

Moab, UT The trip will meet at 9:00 am MST at the Aarchway Inn, 1551 North Riverview Drive, Moab, Utah.

ENDING TIME

We will return to Western Spirit between 2:00-3:00 pm on the last day.

What's Included

The trip price includes food and drinks for the trip, guides, support vehicle, campsites, permits, and any entry fees into national parks and public lands.

• meals, snacks, water, electrolyte drinks, non-alcoholic drinks
• camp mugs, all kitchen and dining ware
• 1 cycling water bottle
• camp chairs
• dry bags to pack your gear
• solar showers
• sunscreen & bug spray
• bike stand and lube
• guides bring their own tools
• first aid kit with basic medications

Not Included

Rental fees (bikes and camping gear), alcoholic beverages, gratuities for your guides, and applicable sales tax. If you would like to bring alcoholic beverages we will store them for you at the appropriate temperature.

FAQs

How many people are on a trip?

Most of our permits allow us to take 13 guests and 2 guides, although many trips are smaller than our maximum allowed. Our Maze permit in Canyonlands National Park is more limited with only 7 guests and 2 guides to maintain the remote wilderness experience.

Can you accommodate my dietary restrictions?

Yes, no problem! We are happy to accommodate dietary restrictions, and we do it frequently. Our guides are masters at making sure everyone is satisfied. Please let us know when you fill out your forms so our guides can accommodate you and your needs. It is good to be specific (e.g., vegetarian but prefer tempeh over tofu) to help the guides with meal planning.

Do you rent bikes?

Yes - for mountain bikes, we use the Specialized Stumpjumper ST 29ers. For road bikes, we use the Specialized Diverge E5 Elite. All our rental bikes come with flat pedals, a helmet, and one water bottle cage. We provide the water bottle and all the bike repair gear.

If you’re renting a bike from us, you do not need to show up early. Please meet at the scheduled time and we will fit you to your rented bike then.

All Western Spirit rental bikes come with flat pedals. If you have clipless pedals (e.g., SPD, Crank Brothers, etc.), you’re welcome to bring them along with your shoes. We swap out pedals all the time!

Do you rent camping gear?

Yes! You can rent tents, sleeping bags, and sleeping pads from us. Sleeping bags are thoroughly washed between trips.

When camping, where do I go to the bathroom?

It’s not a glamorous topic, and we know this can be a subject of concern and embarrassment for some. We make it as easy and sanitary as possible! If we’re camping in designated campsites, we use the pit toilets available in the campgrounds. If we’re camping in the backcountry, we obey by the pack-it-in-pack-it-out rule. We set up a portable toilet lovingly called “the groover,” and put it in a private location with a stunning view. We provide a hand wash system for clean up.

Will I be able to take a shower?

We offer solar showers which are a nice way to rinse off and refresh yourself, but it is not enough water to take a full-fledge shower. The showers are not private, so please bring a swimsuit and your own towel. Showers are dependent on water resources, which may be restricted if it’s a hot desert trip. Some campsites have streams and lakes available for swimming. We also recommend wet-wipes to refresh after a fun day on the bike.

What if I'm traveling by myself?

Please join us! We get solo travelers all the time and going on a bike trip is a great way to meet like-minded people. Many of our guests end up as lifelong friends after a Western Spirit trip.