Spring Canyon Bottom

4.6/5 (21 reviews)
Located northwest of Moab, Spring Canyon Bottom is a trail of transformation. What begins as a humble gravel road quickly sheds its simplicity, plunging offroaders into a dramatic world of red rock majesty. The terrain tightens into a narrow shelf road etched into sheer canyon walls, where every twi...Read More
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Highlights of Spring Canyon Bottom

Beginner Category IconBeginner
Camping Category IconCamping
Desert Category IconDesert
Iconic Category IconIconic
Sand Category IconSand
Wash Category IconWash
Highest Elevation
5482 ft
Shape of Trail
Out & Back
Typically Open
Year Round
Best Direction
N/A
Official Trail Name
140
Nearest Town
Moab
Nearest Services
Moab
Management Agency
Bureau of Land Management
District
Moab Field Office

Overview

Located northwest of Moab, Spring Canyon Bottom is a trail of transformation. What begins as a humble gravel road quickly sheds its simplicity, plunging offroaders into a dramatic world of red rock majesty. The terrain tightens into a narrow shelf road etched into sheer canyon walls, where every twist tests your nerves, and every turn rewards you with jaw-dropping views. This trail is not just a drive but a visceral experience. Your hands grip the wheel a little tighter, your heart beats a little faster, and your senses heighten with each minute that passes along the shelf road. It's a trail that commands respect and focus but also delivers unforgettable beauty in return.

As you descend into the serene heart of Spring Canyon and approach the wide expanse of the Green River, a sense of awe replaces adrenaline, but don't get too comfortable. The journey back is just as intense, this time clawing upward through the very challenges you just conquered. Spring Canyon Bottom is an offroad journey that leaves you breathless, both from the views and the ride itself.

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18 Waypoints
56 Trail Photos
1 Trail Concerns
21 Community Reviews
1 Video
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