Mountain Bike the Thunder Mountain Trail
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Ride through Red Canyon’s spectacular hoodoos and ponderosa pines on one of the most scenic singletrack trails in the state.
Itinerary tips
- 1Park one vehicle at the lower Thunder Mountain Trailhead and shuttle the second to the Coyote Hollow Trailhead to enjoy the route as a primarily downhill ride.
- 2Carry at least three liters of water and high-energy snacks, as the high altitude and steep climbs can quickly cause dehydration and fatigue.
- 3Expect the 8-mile point-to-point ride to take between 2 to 4 hours depending on your technical skill and frequency of photo stops.
- 4Check your brake pads before starting, as the final descent features steep switchbacks and loose 'kitty litter' gravel sections that require constant speed control.
- 5Download offline maps on your GPS device since cell service is unreliable within the winding canyons of the Dixie National Forest.
- 6Stop at the Red Canyon Visitor Center nearby to check current trail conditions and confirm the absence of seasonal debris or washouts.
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