Pinto Mesa

Total Miles
9.8

Elevation

1,504.43 ft

Duration

1.5 Hours

Technical Rating

5

Moderate

Best Time

Summer, Spring

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Trail Overview

Steep off-camber narrow trail. Stock Rubicon was hitting the back bumper a tad. Potential for deep ruts in the middle section after climbing the steep beginning. Do not attempt after rain/snow. Steep climbs and descends. No lockers are needed on dry days. Some fun obstacles to climb and a cave on the way if you keep your eyes peeled. No trash-bin or toilets, pack it in & pack it out. Better to run with a friend. If you run this alone ensure you have all your recovery gear as it could take a while to walk to signal or a help.

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Pinto Mesa
Pinto Mesa

Difficulty

This trail has rough unmaintained steep terrain with several obstacles best suited for lifted vehicles or stock high-clearance vehicles.

Technical Rating

5

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Access Description

From Moab take 191 and turn right at Lyons park onto Highway 128, follow 128 all the way to Dewey Bridge then turn right onto Shura Road/BLM 105. Follow the road as if you are going to Top of the World then continue left towards Rosegarden hill then get off Rose Garden Hill onto BLM105 for about half a mile then begin climbing Pinto Mesa on your left.

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