The Mud Springs Trail System, a new mountain biking destination located near Moab in San Juan County, officially opened according to a September 11 statement. The opening included a ribbon cutting ceremony and coincided with a Utah High School Cycling League race weekend that brought over 1,100 youth mountain bikers to the area.
The trail system features fast, flowy, machine-built trails with bermed turns designed for youth racing, adaptive cycling, families, and riders of varying abilities. Phase 1 consists of approximately 11 miles, which includes seven miles of beginner- and intermediate-level trails built last fall. An additional 3.5 miles of intermediate- and advanced-level trails are expected to be completed during the current season.
The development process incorporated accessibility considerations, such as the National Ability Center providing handcycles for trail staff to use during training. The facility is designed to host future youth and adult mountain biking races, adaptive cycling competitions, and running events. The Utah High School Cycling League is scheduled to return to the area on Sept. 26 to host its Region 3 race, marking the first league race in Moab since 2022.
Mud Springs complements existing local riding experiences such as Slickrock, The Whole Enchilada, the Moab Brands trail system, Klonzo, and Dead Horse Point State Park. The area is served by local bike shops, guides, rental providers, and shuttle services to assist visitors of all experience levels.
