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Slickrock Trailhead – Slickrock Trail loop from Shell

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United States

Utah

Grand County

Slickrock Trailhead – Slickrock Trail loop from Shell

Hard

2.7

(17)

riders

Slickrock Trailhead – Slickrock Trail loop from Shell

02:40

33.8km

520m

Mountain biking

Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Start point

Parking

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9.89 km

Slickrock Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

Trailhead of the infamous Slickrock trail. Pit toilets and picnic tables are available. Bring lots of water because there is no drinking water available. The trailhead is located in the Sand Flats Recreation Area. You will find the current entrance fee rates here: blm.gov/visit/slickrock-national-recreation-trail

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10.4 km

Slickrock Practice Loop

Highlight • MTB Park

The Practise Loop will give you a good taste of what the main Slickrock Trail is like. Although the Practise loop is much easier than the main loop, it is not recommended for true beginners. You will tackle some serious obstacles here.

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11.7 km

Slickrock Trail

Highlight (Segment) • MTB Park

Although this part of the trail is steep and technical, the grip that the rock provides is incredible. Take it steady here, and enjoy the ride.

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14.0 km

Steep Uphill Section

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

One of many steep uphills. Don't be surprised when you end up walking.

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16.1 km

Slickrock Trail (downhill)

Highlight (Segment) • MTB Park

Wind decents through petrified sand dunes, with downhill sections featuring technical drops and sharp turns. The sandstone surface provides incredible traction, making it possible to navigate slopes that seem impossible. However, approach edges carefully and watch out for potholes that could snag your tires.

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17.7 km

Viewpoint – Red Rock Walls of Arches

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Spectacular views of the Colorado River. The massive red rock cliff is part of Arches National Park. Next to the river you can also spot the Goose Island Campground.

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18.7 km

Lookout Colorado River

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

19.0 km

View of the Colorado River

Highlight • Viewpoint

This is a nice viewpoint and photo spot with the Colorado River in the background.

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33.8 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

15.2 km

13.7 km

4.96 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

14.0 km

13.5 km

4.40 km

1.21 km

778 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,450 m)

Lowest point (1,260 m)

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Today

Monday 6 July

36°C

24°C

15 %

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Slickrock Trailhead – Slickrock Trail loop from Shell

Slickrock Trailhead

Slickrock Practice Loop

Slickrock Trail

Steep Uphill Section

Slickrock Trail (downhill)

Viewpoint – Red Rock Walls of Arches

Lookout Colorado River

View of the Colorado River

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