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Phone Number (435) 301-7400

Address 111 E Tabernacle Street
St. George, UT 84770

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The Greater Zion Visitor Center is a must for anyone interested in exploring the natural wonders of southwest Utah.

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Mountain Biking

With tons of red rock beauty and slickrock adventure, the Greater Zion area is fast becoming known as one of the best mountain biking destinations in America.

The crowning glory is that our trails come with fewer people and year-round access. With such a diverse range of terrain and broad network of trails, this area is meant to be explored on a bike.

This extreme southwestern section of Utah boasts 300+ days of clear skies with temperatures ranging from the mid 50s to low 80s. Once you’ve had enough riding, spend the rest of the day relaxing by the pool with an adult beverage.

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Where to Go

From the beginner to hardened veteran, there are plenty of trails in Greater Zion for every rider.

Iconic events perfectly illustrate that range in terrain with the Red Bull Rampage setting the bar for the most difficult riding. And 25-Hours in Frog Hollow brings the longest single day race. You don’t have to do the extremes though.

With over 300 miles of mountain biking trails, you’re bound to find your terrain. Our trails website makes exploring fun and easy for you. If you’re looking for recommendations, give one of these five trails a try:

Barrel Roll Trail

Barrel Roll

Barrel Roll is a quality trail close to the small town of Santa Clara. With excellent views of the mouth of Snow Canyon State Park and the giant Pine Valley Mountains, this trail is beautiful. Take the loop in a clockwise direction to maximize the fun.

Bear Claw Poppy Trail

Bear Claw Poppy

From beginner to expert, everyone enjoys riding Bear Claw Poppy. Rip along a variety of terrain on one of the most popular trails in Greater Zion. This one-way trail offers a short climb, a run through a desert wash, and some fun roller coaster sections.

The Goosebumps Trail

Goosebumps

The Goosebumps Trail runs along the base of Gooseberry Mesa and is a roller coaster come to life as a mountain bike trail. Sections of the trail that offer steeper descents and more technical terrain also have side options for those riders who want an easier path.

The Guacamole Trail

Guacamole

Guacamole starts out on slickrock then transitions to singletrack, giving you a good taste of both types of terrain. There are technical sections to the trail and some areas, especially on the slickrock, will be difficult to discern, so make sure to follow the rock cairns and study a map before riding this trail. The views of Zion National Park are spectacular from Guacamole.

The North Rim Trail

North Rim of Gooseberry Mesa

The North Rim Trail is a technical section of the Gooseberry Mesa trail system. Ride along the north edge of a mesa with incredible views, then at an elevation of 5,200 feet, be prepared for a challenge on this rising and falling slickrock trail.

Other Trails Worth Exploring

Snake Hollow Bike Park

The only year-round bike park in Utah, Snake Hollow is 80 acres with four skill zones:

  • Snake Den (pump track and skills loop)
  • Rattler’s Revenge (dirt jump zone)
  • Venom Drops (gravity skills)
  • Sidewinder Slopestyle (gravity jump trails)

Be Prepared

  • Most of the mountain biking trails in Greater Zion offer little in the way of shade – hats, sunscreen, and long sleeves make a big difference.
  • Keeping hydrated is vital; bring a lot of drinking water.
  • Everyone needs to wear a helmet.
  • Bring a first aid kit.
  • Have a basic supply kit with extra tubes and tools to change a flat.

Guides and Outfitters

Greater Zion has excellent local bike shops that staff experts with unique insight and advice about riding in the area. These shops also carry all the gear needed to keep your bike in top condition. Stop in for recommendations and grab a riding jersey unique to Greater Zion.

Whether you are new to the sport or an old pro, renting a bike makes a lot of sense sometimes. There are plenty of shops from which to choose (see list below), so you can get the brand or model you really want. Tear up miles of singletrack on the nicest bikes available.

If you are new to the sport or want to learn the tricks of riding in the desert, hiring a guide (see list below) is a great way to go. The local guides know the best trails to get you started and will provide expert direction and training to have you rolling along in no time.

Interactive Trails Map

Plan your next adventure in southwestern Utah using our interactive map. The map is easy-to-use and includes suggested mountain biking trails from red rock deserts to alpine mountains. Trails can be filtered based on activity, difficulty, and distance. When you find your next trail, you can download it, share it, and print the map and directions for offline accessibility.

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Guides & Outfitters

Name TripAdvisor® Traveler Rating Location Contact
90 S 100 E (435) 673-4492
155 N 400 W ste b (435) 627-0510
TripAdvisor® Traveler Rating
Rating: 4.5 4.5 8 reviews
1458 Zion – Mount Carmel Hwy (435) 772-3303
807 Coyote Gulch Ct. Ivins (435) 225-0295
(435) 668-7343
TripAdvisor® Traveler Rating
Rating: 5.0 5.0 21 reviews
452 S State Street 619-733-8453
185 E Center St (435) 319-0011
TripAdvisor® Traveler Rating
Rating: 4.5 4.5 296 reviews
472 5300 W Hurricane (435) 220-5332
TripAdvisor® Traveler Rating
Rating: 5.0 5.0 1 reviews
(435) 668-1104
1458 Zion Park Blvd (435) 922-5151
TripAdvisor® Traveler Rating
Rating: 4.5 4.5 14 reviews
76 E 100 S (435) 635-5455
TripAdvisor® Traveler Rating
Rating: 5.0 5.0 417 reviews
955 N 1300 W #4 (435) 673-1709
TripAdvisor® Traveler Rating
Rating: 5.0 5.0 6 reviews
1091 N Bluff St Suite 1001 (435) 216-3060
705 N Bluff St (435) 703-9880
446 S Mall Dr #3 (435) 703-9880
239 Highway 9 (435) 628-0990
446 W 100 S (435) 674-3185
(435) 229-5973
TripAdvisor® Traveler Rating
Rating: 5.0 5.0 16 reviews
107 Trapper Cir (435) 200-5260
1845 W Canyon View Dr. (801) 598-5056
TripAdvisor® Traveler Rating
Rating: 5.0 5.0 24 reviews
415 N State St #101 (435) 817-3600
389 N Industrial Rd #8 (435) 429-2666
491 N Bluff St Suite 102 (435) 522-3035
TripAdvisor® Traveler Rating
Rating: 5.0 5.0 82 reviews
707 Zion Park Blvd (435) 393-0676
TripAdvisor® Traveler Rating
Rating: 5.0 5.0 7 reviews
(435) 635-7878
TripAdvisor® Traveler Rating
Rating: 5.0 5.0 22 reviews
189 Mesa Rd (435) 635-2169
(435) 334-3734
TripAdvisor® Traveler Rating
Rating: 4.5 4.5 969 reviews
36 Lion Blvd (435) 772-1001
TripAdvisor® Traveler Rating
Rating: 4.5 4.5 80 reviews
868 Zion Park Blvd (435) 772-0400
Zion E-Bike Rentals
TripAdvisor® Traveler Rating
Rating: 5.0 5.0 697 reviews
792 Zion Park Blvd (435) 632-0432
TripAdvisor® Traveler Rating
Rating: 4.5 4.5 285 reviews
7 Zion – Mount Carmel Hwy (435) 772-5090
TripAdvisor® Traveler Rating
Rating: 5.0 5.0 69 reviews
358 Zion Park Blvd (435) 900-1002