Flat Pass

5/5 (9 reviews)
Typically driven as a continuation of Steel Bender, Flat Pass is a challenging route with numerous large ledges and one especially notorious drop often called “The Fall.” The trail delivers expansive views of the La Sal Mountains, includes a scenic water crossing at Mill Creek, and eventually drops ...Read More
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Highlights of Flat Pass

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Highest Elevation
5966 ft
Shape of Trail
Straight Through
Typically Open
Year Round
Best Direction
South
Official Trail Name
2346
Nearest Town
Spanish Valley
Nearest Services
Spanish Valley
Management Agency
Bureau of Land Management
District
Moab Field Office

Overview

Typically driven as a continuation of Steel Bender, Flat Pass is a challenging route with numerous large ledges and one especially notorious drop often called “The Fall.” The trail delivers expansive views of the La Sal Mountains, includes a scenic water crossing at Mill Creek, and eventually drops back into Spanish Valley on the south side of Ken’s Lake. For drivers seeking a true taste of Moab’s ledgy, technical terrain, Flat Pass stands out as a must-run route that offers both dynamic obstacles and rewarding scenery.

Trail Difficulty and Assessment

Trail Guide Overview
11 Waypoints
35 Trail Photos
2 Trail Concerns
9 Community Reviews
1 Video
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