Intermediate · 3–5 Days
Utah Canyon
Slickrock & Silence
Duration
3–5 Days
Distance
110–160 km
Elevation
5,500 m cumulative gain
Group Size
6–14 riders
The Utah Canyon chapter puts you on the slickrock and sandstone mesas that define the Colorado Plateau. Routes thread through canyon systems rarely visited outside of guided groups — red desert silence, enormous sky, and the peculiar challenge of riding terrain that looks impassable until the moment it isn't. This is the shortest Rideup chapter in days but not in intensity.
What to Expect
- Slickrock sandstone riding on the Moab plateau
- Canyon rim trails above 1,800 m with unobstructed desert views
- Technical sandstone slab descents unique to the Colorado Plateau
- Remote camp in Canyonlands backcountry
- Shorter itinerary — accessible for first Rideup expeditions
Itinerary Overview
Day 1
Moab Arrival & Slickrock Preview
Arrive in Moab, UT. Afternoon shakedown ride on the Slickrock Trail. Guide briefing and gear check over dinner.
Day 2
Porcupine Rim
40 km on the Porcupine Rim trail — canyon exposure, technical drops, and the long descent into the Colorado River corridor.
Day 3
Canyonlands Needles
Full-day ride into Canyonlands National Park via the Needles district. Camp at Chesler Park.
Day 4–5
White Rim Return & Rest Options
Final days on the White Rim Road with optional technical singletrack side routes. Finish back in Moab.
Starting price
From $1,600 per rider
Includes guide, camp support, and emergency cover. Excludes flights and bike rental.
Request This TourAdd Bike RentalDifficultyIntermediate
Next departure2027 season
Min. experience2+ years trail riding