10 Best Off-Road Trails in Utah
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10 Best Off-Road Trails in Utah

Explore Utah's legendary off-road landscape with our curated list of the 10 best trails, ranging from Moab's slickrock icons to remote alpine adventures.

Last Updated September 30, 2026

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Hell's Revenge OHV Trail

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9.8/10Side Quest
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6.5 miles round tripStrenuous3-4 hours800 ftSpring through fall

The ultimate Moab experience featuring steep slickrock climbs, narrow fins, and breathtaking views of the Colorado River.

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White Rim Trail

9.8/10Side Quest
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100 miles loopHard2-3 days2,500 ftSpring and fall

A legendary 100-mile loop through Canyonlands National Park offering remote, multi-day desert exploration.

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Paiute ATV Trail

9.6/10Side Quest
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1,000+ miles totalModerateMultiple daysVariesSummer and fall

A massive network of over 1,000 miles of trails winding through the scenic mountains of Central Utah.

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Golden Spike Trail

9.5/10Side Quest
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15 miles round tripStrenuous6-8 hours1,200 ftSpring and fall

A challenging Moab classic that connects the Gold Bar Rim and Poison Spider trails for a full day of adventure.

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Sand Mountain OHV Area

9.2/10Side Quest
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250+ miles of trailsModerateFull dayVariesYear-round

A massive playground of sand dunes and slickrock located within Sand Hollow State Park.

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Shafer Trail

9.0/10Side Quest
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18 miles one wayModerate2-3 hours1,500 ftSpring and fall

A breathtaking, switchback-heavy road that descends from the Island in the Sky mesa into the canyon floor.

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Sego Canyon

8.7/10Side Quest
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10 miles round tripEasy2 hours3,000 ftSpring and fall

A historic and scenic drive through the Book Cliffs featuring ancient rock art and abandoned mining sites.

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Francis Peak Road (FS 009)

8.6/10Side Quest
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4.4 miles one wayEasy1-2 hours2,000 ftSummer and fall

A scenic mountain road near Salt Lake City offering panoramic views of the Wasatch Front.

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Elk Ridge Shelf Road

8.4/10Side Quest
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9.4 miles one wayEasy2 hours500 ftSummer and fall

A relaxing, scenic drive through the Manti-La Sal National Forest with stunning canyon overlooks.

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Muskrat Canyon Trail

8.4/10Side Quest
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2.5 miles round tripModerate1 hour100 ftSpring and fall

A quick, moderately challenging trail near the Great Salt Lake, perfect for a short off-pavement escape.

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