Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Bryce Canyon City, Utah
Dave's Hollow Cutoff
Dave's Hollow is a flat and very easy cutoff road from Highway 63 to Tropic Reservoir Road. It's a popular way to get from Bryce to the forest service roads in the adjacent area. Any… Learn more about Dave's Hollow Cutoff
Total Miles
4.7
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Tropic Reservoir Road
This is a scenic route with some washouts, water bars and ruts on the lower end of the trail. It is a main artery road to multiple ATV, UTV, dirt bike and 4x4 trails with… Learn more about Tropic Reservoir Road
This is a relatively short out-and-back road to Powell Point. The trail ends at a hiking trailhead sitting at approximately 10,000 feet above sea level. The land is administered by the forest service, and the… Learn more about Powell Point Trail
Total Miles
14.5
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Straight Canyon
This side trail off Tropic Reservoir Road takes you through aspen patches and along west-facing overlooks characteristic of the area. The trail can be narrow and overgrown at points, and is more suited for ATVs… Learn more about Straight Canyon
Total Miles
18.9
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su
Cottonwood Canyon Road
Cottonwood Canyon Road is a relatively easy route that serves as a shortcut between Bryce Canyon National Park / Utah SR-12, and Lake Powell / US-89. It follows Cottonwood Canyon and the Paria River, and… Learn more about Cottonwood Canyon Road
Total Miles
36.9
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Su
Skutumpah Road
This is a 34-mile trail with high clearance vehicles recommended by BLM. The road winds through the western portion of the Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument. Carry extra water and fuel as there are no… Learn more about Skutumpah Road
Total Miles
19.9
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su
Tropic Reservoir Road (Private Easment Section)
This is a private easement section of Tropic Reservoir Road. Gate access is subject to closure during Utah Deer Season. Please close the gate after passing through, and smile, you are on camera entering this… Learn more about Tropic Reservoir Road (Private Easment Section)
Total Miles
6.1
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Su
Asay Bench Loop - #49
This quick little loop weaves and winds its way through the Dixie National Forest. There is nothing too terribly difficult about this trail; however (in dry conditions), there were several inches of very fine dust… Learn more about Asay Bench Loop - #49
Total Miles
2.4
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
Turkey Track Loop - #17
A fun loop that weaves and winds its way through the forest. There are a few ruts and erosion spots on the trail but aside from that, nothing too difficult. Every now and then, you'll… Learn more about Turkey Track Loop - #17
Total Miles
5.6
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
Harris Rim
This easy dirt road follows along the mountain ridge back and travels Southwest from the 14, and connects to Swains Creek. It is open to all sizes of vehicles and is 2WD capable. There are… Learn more about Harris Rim
Total Miles
11.7
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su
Ponderosa Loop
The Ponderosa Loop is a fairly easy and fun loop that weaves and winds its way through the Dixie National Forest. There are a couple of large rocky sections throughout the trail, as well as… Learn more about Ponderosa Loop
Total Miles
4.3
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su
Tommy Loop to Henrie Knolls
This five-mile loop weaves and winds its way through the Dixie National Forest. Primitive camping was noted along the southern part (Tommy Loop) of the route, so it is open to all sized vehicles. There… Learn more about Tommy Loop to Henrie Knolls
Total Miles
4.8
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
Markagunt Plateau Connector
This very short connecting trail is open to SXS or smaller vehicles. Towards the middle of the trail, there is a short, steep hill to go up/down, depending on the direction of travel. It is… Learn more about Markagunt Plateau Connector
Total Miles
0.6
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su
Markagunt Plateau 2
Also known as "Old Highway", this section is one of three of the Markagunt Plateau trails. This section is open to vehicles - high clearance is highly recommended, especially for the Eastern section, where there… Learn more about Markagunt Plateau 2
Total Miles
2.7
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
Turkey Track Loop 2 - #17
A fun loop that weaves and winds its way through Dixie National Forest. The trail has a few ruts, erosion spots, and rocky patches. Be sure to keep an eye out for fallen trees on… Learn more about Turkey Track Loop 2 - #17
Total Miles
3.9
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
Swains Creek
Also known as Strawberry Ridge Road, this maintained scenic dirt road begins/ends from the 14 and is easy enough for 2WD vehicles. At one point, you will enter a private property residence - Swains Creek… Learn more about Swains Creek
Total Miles
7.6
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su
Billingsly Creek Draw
This short trail connects from Harris Rim to Swains Creek. There are some large erosion ruts especially in the middle of the trail. At some point there was a wildfire that burned the forest at… Learn more about Billingsly Creek Draw
Total Miles
2.4
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
Ponderosa Loop Mini
A fun, quick little loop that weaves and winds its way through the forest. There are a few ruts and erosion spots on the trail, plus a few rocky patches, but aside from that, nothing… Learn more about Ponderosa Loop Mini
Total Miles
1.5
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su
Henrie Connector
This mile-and-a-half trail connects Tommy Loop and Henrie Knolls. At one point, the trail crosses a black rock lava field. Open to SXS or smaller machines. Nothing too challenging about this route, but there are… Learn more about Henrie Connector
Total Miles
1.4
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su
Tommy Loop Access
This short trail connects from Tommy Loop trail to USFS Rd 067 (Mammoth Creek Road). There were camp spots noted at both ends of the trail, so full-sized vehicles (and campers) are able to drive… Learn more about Tommy Loop Access
Total Miles
1.2
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su
Tommy Loop Connector
This quick, one-mile trail connects Tommy Loop and Markagunt Plateau trails. Open to SXS or smaller machines. There are some small erosion spots (ruts) and a few loose rocky sections throughout the trail. Some of… Learn more about Tommy Loop Connector
Total Miles
1.1
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su
Maragunt Plateau 1
This short trail connects from the Uinta dispersed camping area and takes you in the direction to/from Duck Creek Village. Towards the western end, there is a small hill to navigate up/down, with a few… Learn more about Maragunt Plateau 1
Total Miles
1.9
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
Strawberry Ridge
This easy, maintained dirt road off the 14 takes you up and along the ridge line, eventually connecting to Strawberry Point Road. There are primitive camp spots right at the beginning of the road, so… Learn more about Strawberry Ridge
Total Miles
6.7
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
Billingsly Trail
This quick, easy trail connects Harris Rim and Swains Creek, going up/down the side of the mountain ridge. Open to all sizes of vehicles. There is nothing of difficulty to note about this short route.… Learn more about Billingsly Trail
Total Miles
2.2
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su
Duck Creek Way
Open to SXS (72") or smaller machines, this easy trail is the OHV route in/out of town (Duck Creek Village). It also connects to several other trails and hiking trailheads in the area. The trail… Learn more about Duck Creek Way
Total Miles
3.4
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su
Willis Creek
Willis Creek trail starts/ends in the private neighborhood - look for trail markers #53. The trail follows alongside a beautiful creek and meadow nearly the entire way. Keep an eye out for fallen trees and… Learn more about Willis Creek
Total Miles
5.5
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su
Aquarius Teasdale - NF154
Easy gravel road climbing up onto Boulder Mountain above Escalante, UT. This road accesses Posey Lake, Cyclone Lake, and a number of high alpine lakes. Climbing over 9,500 feet, this is a great place to… Learn more about Aquarius Teasdale - NF154
Total Miles
7.6
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Broad Hollow
This trail rides right along the top of the ridge line and offers glimpses overlooking the surrounding forest. At the time of tracking the trail (end of May), there were several fallen trees along the… Learn more about Broad Hollow
Total Miles
4.8
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
Hells Backbone - NF153
Hell's Backbone is a rugged area that bridges between towering Boulder Mountain on the north and canyons cut by the Escalante River and its tributaries on the south. The Hell's Backbone Road is a winding… Learn more about Hells Backbone - NF153