Sheepherder Loop
Payson, Utah
| Address: | ~1484 S 30 E, Payson, UT 84651, USA |
| GPS: |
40°1'13.3"N 111°43'54.7"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Utah |
| Trail Length: | 12.00 miles |
| MTB Difficulty: | Advanced |
| Trail Type: | Loop |
| MTB Trail Type: | Singletrack |
Mountain Bike
Sheepherder, along with the Blawkhawk trail are two of the best singletrack rides around! The Sheepherder trail is one of those "impossible, uphill loops"!! With all of the short climbs on the last half of the ride, and the majority of the descending on a smooth gravel road, it feels like this loop is uphill all the way! This trail is relatively new, and has a few rough spots when descending down through Big Spring Creek....but it is all rideable, and an absolute joy. You'll find yourself having a tough time keeping your eyes on the trail as you descend (and climb) through the stands of old growth pine! 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 Payson, Utah
- Head south on N Main St toward W Utah Ave (1.6 mi)
- Turn left onto 1450 S (302 ft)
- Turn right onto 100 E (249 ft)
- Continue onto S 30 EDestination will be on the right(95 ft)
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