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U.S. Bicycle Route System in Utah
Imagine being able to ride your bike anywhere in the country — all on safe and well-maintained designated bike routes. That’s the goal of the U.S. Bicycle Route System (USBRS), a developing, national network of publicly-owned bicycle routes that are numbered, signed and officially approved. Adventure Cycling Association is a national nonprofit that coordinates the project, which will eventually span 50,000 miles. From north to south and east to west, Utah’s USBRS totals 960 miles of streets, highways and trails for rider use throughout the state.

Utah’s USBRS totals 960 miles of safe and well-maintained streets, highways and trails for cyclist use.
Photo: Kevin Winzeler
Border-to-Border Bicycle Tour of Southern Utah
Connects riders from Nevada to Colorado
USBR 79 and 70
Adventure cyclists are already familiar with the high desert country of Southern Utah thanks to the Western Express, a 1,582-mile path from San Francisco to Pueblo, Colorado that crosses through some of Utah's most scenic landscapes. The 506-mile (one way) Southern Utah USBR begins in Garrison, a tiny, unincorporated community at the Utah-Nevada border as USBR 79 (S.R. 21). After crossing some of Utah's most scenic landscapes, the route passes into Colorado on USBR 70 (S.R. 491) 17 miles east of Monticello. Read more about explorations along the Border-to-Border Bicyle Tour of Southern Utah.
Border-to-Border Bicycle Tour from Northern to Southern Utah
Connects riders from Idaho to Arizona
USBR 77, 677, 877, 79 and 679
USBR 77 is a north to south route that begins at the Idaho border and travels through Logan, along the Wasatch Front from Ogden to Salt Lake City and Provo, through Fishlake National Forest and ending at USBR 70 in Torrey, near Capitol Reef National Park. USBR 77 connects with USBR 877 in Sigurd, which travels south to USBR 79 in Panguitch. USBR 79 runs south from Panguitch to the Arizona border.
USBR 677 is a more scenic stretch that travels along the west side of Utah Lake near Provo. It connects with USBR 77 around Lehi and Goshen. USBR 679 is an east to west route that connects USBR 79 at US 89 and USBR 70 at Duck Creek Village.
USBRS Maps and More
- Explore USBRS maps and route resources from the Adventure Cycling Association.
- Learn more about the Western Express and see the Utah segments on the map by clicking on the "details" of segments two and three.
- See the full National Corridor Plan, and learn more about the Adventure Cycling Association.
- Start planning your bike touring getaway today — you’ll get a lot of value for the amount of stories you’ll be able to tell when you get home.
Road Rules and More Places to Ride
Whether you're new to road cycling or a seasoned pro, it never hurts to brush up on the rules and etiquette of the road. A favorite? "It benefits all bicyclists to ride courteously." Discover more places to take your road bike and mountain bike, as well as maps, Utah cycling laws and other resources from Bike Utah.
Read the Stories
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10 Routes Chosen by Utah Cyclists
We reached out to cycling experts and enthusiasts — in some cases to people who literally wrote the book on cycling in Utah — to get a feel for some of Utah's best road cycling routes.
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15 Non-Technical Slot Canyons
Written By Whitney Childers
7 minute read
You don’t have to be Spider-Man to explore some of the best slot canyons Utah has to offer. You just need to be ready for an adventure in tight spaces with huge photographic rewards
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5 Places You Can Try Glamorous Camping in Utah
Written By Melissa McGibbon
Experience the fun and adventure of camping with a side of luxury.
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A Wild Bunch of Apples
Written By Austen Diamond
3 minute read
A new cidery, established in the historic orchard lands of Central Utah, draws upon the paradoxical story of its namesake’s outlaw life running around with Butch Cassidy’s Wild Bunch.
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A Winter’s Desert: Visiting Southern Utah in the Slow Months
Written By Brinley Froelich
7 minute read
Experiencing the peace of canyon country in the winter is an attraction of its own.
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Across a Snow-Covered Desert
Written By Matcha
5 minute read
Follow this itinerary for a week-long winter road trip across the snow-covered desert of Southeastern Utah.
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Alpine Fishing Above the Red Rock Landscapes of Southern Utah
Written By Visit Utah
2 minute read
Sitting just outside of Capitol Reef National Park, this 11,000-foot peak offers views of the surrounding red canyons and desert-like region. In contrast, Boulder Mountain is heavily forested and home to more than 80 lakes, ponds, and reservoirs. With an average rainfall multiple inches more than the lower regions, the area makes for some surprisingly good fishing.
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An Insider’s Guide to Torrey
Written By Melissa Fields
4 minute read
Look no further than Capitol Reef National Park and nearby Torrey for lesser-traveled red-rock hikes, plenty of lodging options, satisfying dining and night sky as our ancestors knew it.
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Artisan Cheese in Red Rock Country
Written By Darby Doyle
8 minute read
Two decades ago, Randy Ramsley traded his Dockers-and-tie city job for a 50 acre plot of land that he called a “Garden of Weedin” and the dream of establishing a sustainable farmstead. Now travelers from all over the globe know the small market and counter-service restaurant at Mesa Farm as a refreshing “must-do” respite seemingly plunked in the middle of nowhere on Highway 24 east of Capitol Reef National Park.
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How to Canyoneer Safely
Written By Edmund Vallance
Whether you’re a newbie or a seasoned canyoneer, here are six expert tips for your next canyoneering adventure.
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Lakeside Near Torrey: Three Ways
Written By Melissa Fields
Take a trip to this trio of Capitol Reef-area reservoirs where you can swim, fish, kayak and cool-off.
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Meet the Women Fostering the Arts in Central Utah
Written By Brinley Froelich
4 minute read
Women lead the way in Utah’s regional art galleries and exhibitions.
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Meet the Women Leading Utah's Food and Beverage Renaissance
Written By Darby Doyle
When it comes to food and beverage in Utah, there are key influencers who have been the proponents of change, growth, and the role of women in Utah’s food scene.
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Mesa Farm Market
Best local shops and healthy eats near Moab and Capitol Reef. Try the goat cheese!
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Moonscapes, Marscapes and More
Written By Matcha
If you want to know what Mars looks like — then the dramatic terrain of Capitol Reef National Park and the surrounding lands are a good place to start.
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Off the Eaten Path: Dining Between the Mighty Five
Written By Paula Colman
6 minute read
Whether you’re visiting a single Utah national park or all five, take time to explore and enjoy the local food on the spectacular routes between the parks.
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Permit of Solitude in Robbers Roost
Written By Visit Utah
6 minute read
Local guide Christopher Hagedorn leads a group through Robbers Roost in Southern Utah, where wind, water and time has left a primitive maze of canyons.
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See the Fall Leaves Near Utah's National Parks
Written By Visit Utah
Sure, any of Utah’s Mighty 5 national parks are spectacular year round — covered in snow, peppered with spring wildflowers, and baked in sunshine. But find them exponentially special when the changing fall leaves are in juxtaposition to the immaculate red rock cliffs.
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Serenity Found in Torrey and Capitol Reef’s Cathedral Valley District
Written By Melissa Fields
5 minute read
Taking Southern Utah’s remote, less-traveled path in Capitol Reef's Cathedral Valley District to nurture your body, mind and spirit.
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The All-American Road: Scenic Byway 12
Written By Visit Utah
4 minute read
This is 122.863 miles (to be exact) of pure driving bliss. Welcome to Utah’s Scenic Byway 12, a designated All-American Road.
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Torrey Dining
Written By Melissa Fields
2 minute read
Thanks to it’s location eight miles from Capitol Reef National Park, this remote enclave is a great place to stop for some coffee, ice cream or dinner on your way in or out of the park.
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Utah’s Pie-Ala-Road: A Sweeter Way to Explore the State
Written By Matcha
Follow the Utah Pie Trail through a scenic landscape of water-sculpted canyons and sandstone peaks and past three iconic national parks to savor the flavor at five delectable pie stops.
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Utah’s Unexpected Pit Stops
Written By Melissa McGibbon
5 minute read
You’re doing it wrong if you think road trip pit stops are boring layovers on your way to more exciting destinations. How many of these hidden gems have you been to? Here are 11 mini-adventures to check off your list next time you’re road-tripping through Utah.
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Walking Off the Ledge Into Capitol Reef
Written By Paula Colman
6 minute read
Capitol Reef is breathtaking, but as you stare across the ledge you realize that some of the best scenery is only accessible by dropping in, 20, 50, sometimes 100 feet or more.
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Winter in Southern Utah Like a Local
Written By Andrew Dash Gillman
4 minute read
Southern Utah comes alive in winter with unexpected experiences for those who are well-prepared and solitude for those who want to expand their view.