Color Rock Quarry to Apex

Total Miles
13.0

Elevation

869.06 ft

Duration

2 Hours

Technical Rating

3

Easy

Best Time

Spring, Fall, Winter

Trail Overview

This is an easy trail running between Color Rock Quarry and Apex. The route ends at Pabco Road, which is identified as a private road, though you can take it back to the I-15 without issue. You can also continue through Apex to the staging area to exit. In some parts of the trail, several passing sections add different options or allow faster vehicles by. Stop at the water tank for a snack, or if you overland, this would be a fun place to stop for the night. The scenery is breathtaking in mid-spring as the desert begins to bloom.

Photos of Color Rock Quarry to Apex

Color Rock Quarry to Apex
Color Rock Quarry to Apex

Difficulty

The trail is easy with a few hill climbs, making this trail rated 3. There are a few very minor rock gardens slowing down the ride, though all rocks are easily traversed in a high-clearance vehicle.

Technical Rating

3

Access Description

You can start at Apex or Pabco Road heading north towards Color Rock Quarry trail, or you can start from Color Rock Quarry heading south. Either way is good depending on your route.

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