MOAB BIKE TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Mag-7: A 26‑mile point-to‑point through Moab's Magnificent 7
A shuttled, point‑to‑point mountain‑bike route that links Gemini Bridges, Gold Bar and other Mag‑7 trails; this guide focuses on route choices, gear and the in‑town Rim Cyclery pickup.
Mag-7: A 26‑mile point-to‑point through Moab's Magnificent 7.
The Magnificent 7 — known locally as Mag‑7 — is a must‑ride network that threads upper and lower portions of Gemini Bridges Road into a single 26‑mile point‑to‑point adventure. Riders can stitch together trails such as Gemini Bridges, Bull Run, Arth’s Corner, Great Escape, Little Canyon, Gold Bar, Golden Spike and The Poison Spider Trail, with the option to finish down the infamous Moab Portal Trail; many riders run it best when shuttled and ridden as a continuous point‑to‑point.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A linked 26‑mile corridor of classic Moab singletrack
Mag‑7 connects a series of named trails — Gemini Bridges, Bull Run, Arth’s Corner, Great Escape, Little Canyon, Gold Bar, Golden Spike and The Poison Spider Trail — that together form a long, varied point‑to‑point ride. Riders can choose different connector lines and even finish on the Moab Portal Trail for a more notorious descent.
Options that scale from intermediate to advanced
The Mag‑7 system offers a range of route choices so difficulty can be dialed: if you prefer a less technical run, exiting Gemini Bridges Road shortens and eases the route (commonly called Mag‑5, which omits Gold Bar Rim and the Portal).
Best run as a shuttle from downtown Moab
The full experience is most often ridden as a shuttle: riders are transported to an upper trailhead and then ride the 26‑mile, point‑to‑point line back toward town, with an in‑town pickup or parking at Rim Cyclery acting as the meeting point.
What the day feels like
How the day unfolds
Expect a long, varied day of singletrack and connector roads that reward route reading and endurance: riders typically depart from a shuttle drop or upper trailhead and follow the Mag‑7 sequence for a continuous 26‑mile ride that can take roughly 4 to 8 hours depending on route choices and rider speed.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this ride suits — and who should rethink it.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Carry plenty of water (a minimum of 100 oz. per rider is recommended), ample food and snacks, sunglasses, sunscreen and a charged cell phone; practice Leave No Trace principles.
Keep your bike in excellent working condition and bring spares and tools: extra tubes, pump, tire patch kit, tube patch kit, tire lever, a spare cable, spare derailleur hanger, master link, multi‑tool with chain breaker, lube and shock pump.
Bring a headlamp and extra warm layers (even if you don't plan to be out after dark), a windbreaker or waterproof jacket, a first aid kit and basic fire starter supplies.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Where do riders meet for the Mag‑7 shuttle/pickup?
Park your vehicle at Rim Cyclery in Moab; the shop is located at 94 W 100 N, Moab, UT 84532 and is the listed in‑town meeting location for the pickup.
How long is the Mag‑7 and how much time should I allow?
The full Mag‑7 is a 26‑mile point‑to‑point ride and typical completion time ranges roughly from 4 to 8 hours depending on route choices and rider speed.
Can intermediate riders do this route?
Intermediate riders can ride a less technical variant by exiting Gemini Bridges Road (the Mag‑5 option) and by skipping Gold Bar Rim and the Portal; the full Mag‑7 is generally more suitable for advanced riders.
Is a shuttle required?
The Mag‑7 is most often shuttled and ridden as a 26‑mile point‑to‑point; shuttling provides the simplest way to experience the continuous linkage of trails.
How much water should I bring?
Because Moab is very dry and can be hot, the recommendation is a minimum of 100 oz. of water per rider, and to carry more if conditions dictate.
Which trails are included in the Mag‑7 network?
The Mag‑7 links trails including Gemini Bridges, Bull Run, Arth's Corner, Great Escape, Little Canyon, Gold Bar, Golden Spike and The Poison Spider Trail, with an option to finish on the Moab Portal Trail.