Dead Horse Point Mountain Biking Tour — Intermediate Guided Ride from Moab
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4–5 hours
Fitness Level
Good cardiovascular fitness and prior off-road mountain biking experience required; comfortable with sustained climbs and technical singletrack.
Overview
Ride the rim of Dead Horse Point with a local guide and full-suspension bike — 10 miles of rolling singletrack, cliffside views of the Colorado River and Canyonlands, and practical on-trail support. Ideal for intermediate riders who want technical singletrack and panoramic rewards.
Dead Horse Point Mountain Biking Tour — Intermediate Guided Ride from Moab
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The trail opens with a gust of desert wind that seems to push you toward the rim. Pedal strokes translate into rhythm against a backdrop of rust-red cliffs and a ribbon of the Colorado River far below. Riders spread out along singletrack carved into slickrock and packed dirt, the canyonlands unfolding in tiers: mesas, buttes and the distant teeth of Canyonlands National Park. For four hours you move through an environment that both demands attention and rewards it — every crest earns a new panorama.
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Adventure Tips
Hydrate for high desert heat
Carry at least 2–3 liters in a hydration pack; the tour includes snacks but water stations are limited once you’re on the trails.
Start early for best light
Morning launches avoid the hottest hours and give you crisp, shadowed canyon photos; guides typically confirm exact start times by email.
Bring a compact repair kit
A mini-pump, spare tube and multi-tool will save time if you get a puncture; guides can assist but self-sufficiency speeds the group.
Know your braking and line choice
Sections of loose rock and slickrock require controlled braking and choosing smooth lines — practice cornering on similar terrain beforehand.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Desert bighorn sheep
- Ravens and lizards (side-blotched and collared)
History
Dead Horse Point has been a landmark for centuries and was designated a state park in 1957; ranching and early 20th-century travel routes shaped access to the rim.
Conservation
Stay on designated trails to prevent desert soil erosion and avoid riding during muddy conditions to protect fragile cryptobiotic soils; operators limit group sizes to reduce impact.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Hydration pack (2–3L)
Keeps you hydrated through long exposed sections where shade and water are scarce.
Flat or clipless mountain bike shoes
Better pedal contact and control on technical features and climbs.
Light windproof layer
Morning temperatures on the mesa can be brisk; a packable layer helps regulate body heat.
spring specific
Sunscreen and sunglasses
High-elevation sun is intense; protect skin and eyesight during open-rim stretches.
summer specific