Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Montezuma Creek, Utah
Comb Wash Road
Comb Wash Road follows the iconic Comb Ridge. The road itself is on BLM land and is suitable for most all-terrain vehicles. There are some water crossings in the Spring or when storms are nearby,… Learn more about Comb Wash Road
Total Miles
17.4
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
South Elks Road
This road is wide and graded but leads to several more technical trails and provides access to the Manti-La Sal National Forest. It largely traverses BLM, which makes it a perfect area to camp and… Learn more about South Elks Road
Total Miles
18.9
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Wi / Fa
Arch Canyon
This 17.3 mile out and back box canyon trail features amazing Utah bluffs and rock formations and numerous water crossings. You will turn left before crossing the water that leads to Hotel Rock. There is… Learn more about Arch Canyon
Total Miles
7.6
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Sp
Valley of the Gods
Spectacular 17 mile route through iconic desert spires, buttes, and formations. Think Monument Valley that you can actually drive right next to the monuments and wild camp - for free. This route is not hard,… Learn more about Valley of the Gods
Total Miles
15.5
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Dude Ranch to Stone Henge
Starts off as a paved road, then turns into a maintained dirt road, then bare right into a forested OHV trail. This is a great beginner trail. Be on the look-out for a large grassy… Learn more about Dude Ranch to Stone Henge
Total Miles
0.5
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Elk Ridge Shelf Road
This stunning Shelf Road provides fantastic views of the surrounding Manti-La Sal National Forest. It connects the wonderful campsites on the plateau with the red rock canyons that surround it, offering visitors a unique and… Learn more about Elk Ridge Shelf Road
Total Miles
9
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Elk Ridge
If you're looking to escape the crowds of Moab and sneak off into the pines, Elk Ridge in the Manti-La Sal National Forest is a perfect choice. Leading off Beef Basin, this trail climbs into… Learn more about Elk Ridge
Total Miles
10.9
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
Ormiston Point Road
This road offers some camping, good access to many other roads, and lots of views. There is cell service at spots, but it can be very spotty with the weather. Can be muddy when wet.Dirt… Learn more about Ormiston Point Road
Total Miles
10.7
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Su
Cabin Rim Road
Quick short road with beautiful scenery and big tall trees. The road can be muddy when wet, and dusty when dry. Typically two vehicles wide and provides access to other roads. An easy road for… Learn more about Cabin Rim Road
Total Miles
2
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Su / Sp / Fa
Ferris Road
There is burned area at end of the road, so be mindful of debris, and muddy spots. There are some camp spots and access to other roads. Pretty open pastures.Dirt or rocky road with gentle… Learn more about Ferris Road
Total Miles
4
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa / Sp
Flat Iron Road
This is a quick, short road with beautiful scenery and tall trees. It can be muddy when wet, dusty when dry, and provides access to other roads. An easy road for any vehicle and is… Learn more about Flat Iron Road
Total Miles
4.9
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Su / Sp / Fa
Dry Canyon
This road has switchbacks at the end that is not accessible for trailers. There are compositing bathrooms and a beautiful view at the end. Access to water from a hiking trail, huge rocks around. Dirt… Learn more about Dry Canyon
Total Miles
7.9
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Dry Canyon A Road
There are some low trees on this road, so it is not recommended for tall vehicles. Along this route is a big open meadow and some camping areas. Can be muddy when wet. There are… Learn more about Dry Canyon A Road
Total Miles
2.1
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Beaver Rim Road
Fun little road that has some rutted areas with mud possible when wet. Can get tight in spots, has some camping, and offers a cool view at the end. Dirt or rocky road, typically unmaintained… Learn more about Beaver Rim Road
Total Miles
5.6
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Beaver Rim F Road
This road can be very dusty when dry and muddy when wet. Beautiful view at the end with a small camp spot for one or two people. Dirt or rocky road, typically unmaintained after rain… Learn more about Beaver Rim F Road
Total Miles
2
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su / Sp / Fa
Bench Mark Lookout
This drive takes you up to a lookout with beautiful scenery and big tall trees. The road can be muddy when wet and dusty when dry. There is access to other roads. Easy road for… Learn more about Bench Mark Lookout
Total Miles
3.4
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Trimble Road
This is a short quick access road to get to others. There are some pretty views and big open pastures. There are lots and lots of cows, so watch out for cow pies! Dirt or… Learn more about Trimble Road
Total Miles
5.4
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su / Sp / Fa
Trail Canyon
This road offers some beautiful views and some camp spots. Dirt or rocky road, typically unmaintained after rain or snow. Can be muddy when wet. You may encounter shallow water crossings and obstacles under 12"… Learn more about Trail Canyon
Total Miles
9.9
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su / Sp / Fa
Upper House Creek Road
This trail is very muddy in spots and has small water puddles. It offers lots of camping with hiking and biking trails. Dirt or rocky road, typically unmaintained after rain or snow. You may encounter… Learn more about Upper House Creek Road
Total Miles
5.6
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Beaver Point Road
There are big open pastures with lots of cows, so watch out for cow pies! Dirt or rocky road with gentle grades. Safe for most 4WD and high-clearance 2WD vehicles. Roads are typically two vehicles… Learn more about Beaver Point Road
Total Miles
4
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa / Sp
Plateau Road
Short quick access road to get to others. There are big open pastures with lots of cows, so watch out for cow pies! Dirt or rocky road with gentle grades. Safe for most 4WD and… Learn more about Plateau Road
Total Miles
2.3
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Su / Sp / Fa
Boggy Draw Road
This trail has camping spots and offers biking, hiking, and riding trails with beautiful views. The road can be muddy when wet and has ruts in some places. Dirt or rocky road with gentle grades.… Learn more about Boggy Draw Road
Total Miles
3.6
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Su / Sp / Fa
Millwood Road
This road runs along private property, so please keep in mind and be respectful; when wet, this road becomes a crazy muddy mess; you will find huge mud tracks and potholes that will hurt if… Learn more about Millwood Road
Total Miles
10.8
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Chicken Creek Road
Rocky road in some spots, nothing to difficult though, easily done with a high clearance rig, muddy when wet. Dirt or rocky road, typically unmaintained after rain or snow. You may encounter shallow water crossings… Learn more about Chicken Creek Road
Total Miles
8
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Canyon De Chelly
This park sits entirely on Navajo tribal lands. Beautiful ruins, Indian writings and phenomenal scenery are just a few of the perks you'll experience here. You can take a guide along with you, or use… Learn more about Canyon De Chelly
Total Miles
7.5
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Spring Cr Pt Road
Can be muddy when wet. The road offers a decent view at the end overlooking a valley. There is a gate, so please close it behind you! If you like cows, you'll have plenty of… Learn more about Spring Cr Pt Road
Total Miles
3.2
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Ditches Road
Lots and lots of camping, big area for RVs and large groups. Water crossing halfway through the trail, lots of hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails. It can be muddy when wet.Dirt or rocky road,… Learn more about Ditches Road
Total Miles
2.6
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Spring Creek Road
This is a short drive in a residential area, but if you're looking for beautiful aspen trees, I recommend checking this road out. The road does get muddy when wet. There are a few hiking,… Learn more about Spring Creek Road
Total Miles
2.2
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
La Sal Pass
Beautiful autumn colors provide an awesome backdrop to enjoyable and moderately challenging drive. ATVs and UTVs will especially love venturing up the west side. Learn more about La Sal Pass
Total Miles
32.3
Tech Rating
2
Moderate
Best Time
Su
Geyser Pass
This beautiful drive is over 10,600 feet above sea level, and there are some fun hiking and biking trails nearby if you want to get to a mountain top. It's simple to make this a… Learn more about Geyser Pass