White Rim Road in Canyonlands National Park

White Rim Road

Expect steep and scary, flat and bumpy and everything else

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White Rim Road Details

The 100-mile White Rim Road is a world-famous mountain bike and 4-wheel drive destination. Most adventurers spend 3-4 days circumnavigating the Island in the Sky District on this trail and enjoying the expansive views of Canyonlands dramatic topography. Expect steep and scary, flat and bumpy and everything else on the route. Under optimal conditions the trail is challenging. During stormy weather it can be impossible to complete the loop – keep an eye on the weather. Permits are required, pets are prohibited and there is no reliable water. Vehicles are required to be high-clearance 4-wheel drive. ATV's, UTV's and OHV's are not permitted.

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