Sandy Grand Prix (BLM 104C)

Trail Overview

A deep sandy trail through the Pinion Pines with tight twists and turns and banked corners. The only hazard on this trail might be oncoming traffic, as this area is popular in the spring, summer, and fall. On the north end, you move along the fence line between Utah State Trust Lands and BLM, then you go through a gate and cross the State Trust Lands, and then move south to connect with the Mosdell Trail (BLM HC1Z). You go by a canyon with several springs in it. And if you're lucky enough to be alone on the trail, you can run it like a Grand Prix. This is a great optional route to get to the Mansard Petroglyphs, the Vermillion Cliffs, and the North Fork Willis Canyon rim. In February of 2023, Utah began enforcement of a new law, which requires an online education course for all off-roaders. The free course is available online. Google "Utah OHV Education Course," and the free test will pop up. It's an easy test that will only take 15-30 minutes, and it's required for all off-roaders, Jeeps, SXSs, dirt bikes, and ATVs. Kids under the age of 18 will have to take the Youth Education Test at the same site. After completing the test, print out the certificate to carry with you which shows you completed the course. We have taken it, and it's really no big deal. Good reminders about trail etiquette and trail preservation.

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Difficulty

The only obstacle on this trail would be oncoming traffic and possibly wildlife. It's a popular area in the spring, summer and fall.

History

Johnson Canyon in Kane County, Utah, is the site where a lot of old westerns were filmed, including Gunsmoke, Wagon Train, Have Gun - Will Travel, Westward the Women, How the West Was Won, Mackenna's Gold, Death Valley Days and Duel at Diablo. The Johnson Canyon Western Movie Set is a tourist attraction in Kane County, Utah. The buildings have fallen into disrepair, and so they cannot be accessed, but they are visible to take photos of.

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