MOAB BIKE TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Riding the Rim: A Guided Mountain‑bike Loop Above Canyonlands
A four‑hour, guide‑led mountain‑bike tour at Dead Horse Point State Park that winds world‑class red‑rock trails and guarantees panoramic views of Canyonlands, the Colorado River and the La Sal Mountains.
Riding the Rim: A Guided Mountain‑bike Loop Above Canyonlands.
Set on the lip of Canyonlands, Dead Horse Point offers a compact, high‑impact mountain‑bike experience: guided rides through sculpted red‑rock terrain, sweeping overlooks of the Colorado River and a backdrop of the La Sal Mountains. The private guided outing is designed to deliver scenery and flow, with an experienced guide navigating so you can focus on riding and photography.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Panoramas from the Rim
The tour opens up constant, wide‑angle scenery—panoramic views of Canyonlands National Park, the Colorado River and the La Sal Mountain Range—making every pause a photographic moment.
World‑class Red‑rock Singletrack
Dead Horse Point’s well‑crafted trails wind through sculpted sandstone and plateaus; the route suits riders looking for classic Moab red‑rock flow without having to navigate alone, as the guide handles route‑finding.
Four Hours of Guided Flow
Choose a morning or an afternoon departure, meet at the trailhead to get dialed in on your bike, then ride for a roughly four‑hour guided loop that covers scenic viewpoints and sustained singletrack.
What the day feels like
What the Ride Feels Like
After meeting at the Dead Horse Point trailhead and getting acquainted with your bike, you set off with the guide on flowing singletrack that climbs and carves along mesas and overlooks. The guide manages navigation so the ride stays focused on rhythm and sightlines—pauses are timed for the best views and photo opportunities across the Colorado River corridor and the La Sal range.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this private guided tour suits best.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The outing is a four‑hour guided tour with morning and afternoon departures; plan for approximately that time on the trail.
The tour meets at Dead Horse Point State Park; note the park is about 45 minutes from downtown Moab—plan your transit time accordingly.
The desert is warm and very dry. Riders should carry a minimum of 100 oz. of water per person, plus food and snacks to maintain energy. Bike rentals can be arranged to suit the trails.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The guided outing lasts about four hours.
Where do we meet the guide?
You meet the guide at Dead Horse Point State Park; the park is approximately 45 minutes from downtown Moab.
What is the difficulty level?
The tour is designed for beginner and intermediate riders.
How long is the ride in miles?
Rides cover between approximately 9 and 14 miles, depending on route selection.
Do I need to bring water and food?
Yes—because the desert is dry and can be warm, riders should carry a minimum of 100 oz. of water and bring snacks or food for energy.
Can I rent a bike for the tour?
Yes—bike rentals can be arranged so you arrive on a ride dialed in for the Magnificent‑7 trails.