These Kind of Trails in Utah Make it the Best Place to Mountain Bike

There are some great places to mountain bike in the United States. Utah always gets high marks. Everything is pretty equal between the beehive state and Colorado until you get to all the slick rock. These trails give Utah the edge. 

Moab Makes the List for Best Destinations in North America 

The slick rock trail in Moab along with all the other amazing trails makes it one of the best in North America but also in the world. The sandstone in the deserts in Utah grips tires and shoes like sandpaper and give a unique riding experience. 

The variety of terrain throughout Utah puts the state near the top of the list or number one overall, depending on the mountain biking site you follow. From towering mountain ranges to sandstone bluffs, Utah is a mountain bike mecca. 

Southern Utah Has Some World Class Mountain Biking 

There is some underrated mountain biking in the Southern Part of the state. Gooseberry Mesa outside of Hurricane is top tier. It is growing in reputation but is still a great place to ride without dealing with crowds. 

We have a mountain biking enthusiast here at the station named Jeff Basham. I asked what his favorite trails are in Southern Utah. He recommends the Jem trail near Hurricane and for beginners you can’t beat Bear claw Poppy near Bloomington. 

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When it comes to riding your bike off-road, Utah is the right place.