Zion Mountain Biking, Bike Trails

Biking along the roads of Zion National Park offers a unique way to see the park and access hiking trails. The Pa'rus Trail allows bikes and is great for families and kids. There are also many mountain biking trails offering singletrack and slickrock riding in the nearby area.

Many opportunities are available for biking in Utah's Zion National Park. There are rentals available, as well as shuttle collection for those who need transport to the biking areas. Keep in mind that biking within the park boundaries is restricted to roads, paved and unpaved.

Zion Biking Trails:

• Pa'rus Trail (3.4 miles)
• Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway (12 miles)
• Zion Canyon (12 miles)
• Navajo Lake Loop Trail (9 miles)
• Losee Canyon Trail (2.9 miles)
• Ledge Point Trail (under 1 mile)
• Rich Trail (2.1 miles)
• Thunder Mountain Trail (7.8 miles)
• Barney Cove Trail (1.8 miles)

Area Biking Trails:

Outside of Zion National Park, you will find tons of mountain biking opportunities. The local Springdale bike shop sells a great map of the area and is very willing to share some tips and suggestions for fun local trails. Be sure to ask about the JEM Trail and the Rockdale Rim Trail, which are easily accessed from Springdale. Other mountain biking trails can be found at Gooseberry Mesa and Little Creek Mesa, about an hours drive from Springdale. Most of these trails offer technical challenges so don't be discouraged if you are on and off your bike quite a bit. Just remember to look out and enjoy the view. A fun and much easier mountain bike trail is called the Guacamole Trail, which winds its way through an almost eerie high plateau.