Mountain Bike the Wasatch Crest Trail
AdventureChallengingSummerYear-round
Navigate the 'Spine' for breathtaking ridgeline views of Big Cottonwood Canyon and Park City, particularly stunning in September.
Itinerary tips
- 1Book a commercial shuttle from Park City to Guardsman Pass early to avoid the logistics of a two-car point-to-point drop.
- 2Pack a high-performance windbreaker and at least two liters of water, as the ridgeline is exposed to rapid weather shifts and high-altitude sun.
- 3Allocate at least 3 to 5 hours for the ride to account for technical sections like 'The Spine' and frequent photo stops.
- 4Verify the even/odd day trail restrictions for Millcreek Canyon if you plan to descend via Big Water trail, as bikes are only allowed on even-numbered days.
- 5Check your tire pressure and brake pads specifically for sustained, high-speed alpine descents before heading to the trailhead.
- 6Download offline maps on an app like Trailforks, as cell service is intermittent once you drop off the main ridgeline.
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