Big Chief Loop
Monticello, Utah
| Address: | ~Hatch Point Rd, Monticello, UT 84535, USA |
| GPS: |
38°27'12.9"N 109°36'43.1"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Utah |
| Trail Length: | 9.00 miles |
| MTB Difficulty: | Beginner |
| Trail Type: | Loop |
| MTB Trail Type: | Singletrack |
Mountain Bike
Good beginner trail, fantastic views. I first pedaled the shorter Great Pyramid Loop on a 6 speed fat tire town cruiser. Brought the mountain bike out for the Big Chief Loop. One climb, I still have to carry/push my bike. Courtesy of Singletracks.com
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Add ResourceNever modify trail features. Ride trails when they're dry enough that you won't leave ruts. Speak up when you see others on the trail and always yield to hikers, horses, and others coming uphill. Always ride on the established trail.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Monticello, Utah
- Head north on US-191 N/S Main St toward E Center StContinue to follow US-191 N(21.2 mi)
- Turn left onto Needles Overlook Rd (14.6 mi)
- Continue straight to stay on Needles Overlook Rd (0.4 mi)
- Continue straight onto Hatch Point Rd (8.5 mi)
- Turn right (0.6 mi)
- Slight right at Hatch Point Rd (456 ft)
- Turn left onto Hatch Point Rd (2.4 mi)
- Turn right to stay on Hatch Point Rd (3.0 mi)
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