Cycling Routes
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Cycling Golden Spike
Contemporary American History from the Seat of a Bike.
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Cycling in Antelope Island State Park
With a network of good quality paved roads that meander around the shores of the Antelope Island State Park, road cyclists get a nice little western wildlife tour biking in Utah.
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Cycling in Bear Lake and Logan Canyon
Turquoise Waters, Legends of Lake Monsters, Raspberry Shakes, & Great Road Riding! See it all on the Bear Lake Cycling Route in Utah. Plan now.
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Cycling in the Cottonwood Canyons
An Escape Route to the Mountains for Salt Lake City Cyclists.
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Cycling the Alpine Loop
Set out on an adventurous alternative on one of Utah’s most-loved rides for road cyclists. The 20-mile Alpine Loop. Come see why we love it!
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Cycling the Parowan Gap Loop
Parowan Gap: A 50-Mile Adventure Brimming With History.
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Cycling the Sevier Highway
The Candy Mountain Express — Richfield to Fremont Indian State Park on the protected Sevier Highway — is One Sweet Ride. Plan a Utah road cycling adventure.
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Cycling the Upper Colorado Scenic Byway
Planning a trip to Moab? Bring your bike along for some quality road cycling and tackle the Upper Colorado Scenic Byway. This one pack a big punch.
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Cycling the West Mountain Loop
There are some mountains you climb, and some you ride around.
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Road Cycling Base Camps
These are your cycling base camps. Perfect for ambitious riders, weekend warriors, groups or families looking for an array of shorter rides and day trips out of a single location, with plenty of additional activities available for days off the bike.
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Road Cycling in National Parks & Monuments
See some of Utah’s most spectacular national parks and monuments from the seat of a bicycle. Join road biking enthusiasts and enjoy an intimate experience with the outdoors.
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Top Road Cycle Touring Routes
The most serious cyclists among us are always looking for the opportunities to get out on the bike. But there are also life-list destinations you dream of riding. You follow the pros as they tear up the asphalt and get restless watching the aerial footage of the winding, rising landscapes.
More Information
Bike Utah offers an overview of Utah Cycling Laws and well as trail recommendations and maps.
Visitor Information Centers across the state carry area-specific cycling information and maps. Cycling suggestions covered in this section represent only a sampling of the routes and terrain opportunities available for bicycle exploration.
- cyclingutah.com is a listing of bicycle shops, tours, festivals, races and events, including trail maps, forums and advocacy groups.
- bicycleutah.com is a resource for locating biking guides.
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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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A Biking Guide to the Historic Union Pacific Rail Trail
Winding 28 miles through Northern Utah’s Summit County, the Historic Union Pacific Rail Trail travels through some of the state’s most scenic terrain, from the storybook streets of Park City to rolling farmland and wildlife-rich wetlands near Silver Creek Canyon.
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A Classy Warm-Weather Weekend in Park City
When it comes to spending time in Park City — Utah’s snow sports —mecca I prefer the sunny, urbane side of mountain life. Happily, there’s plenty of fun to be had for those who are looking to experience the “city” side of Park City, sans snow.
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A Family Bike Tour of Salt Lake’s East Canyon
East Canyon has always been a path for travelers, from the Donner Party to Brigham Young to the Pony Express. In this modern-day tale of travel, a family of three takes on East Canyon by bicycle for a weekend camping trip. They discover historical markers, swimming spots, and lots of ice cream.
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A Local’s Guide to Logan: Northern Utah’s Outdoor Adventure College Town
Logan is teeming with some of the best arts, food and outdoor adventure opportunities in the state. Whether you’re passing through or just looking for new places to explore, here are some of the best ways to experience Logan.
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Adaptive Cycling in Colorful Cache Valley
Bob Wassom revisits his roots using adaptive cycling on an e-trike, through Cache Valley, Utah; a ride full of color, variety, scenery and history.
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AndShesDopeToo's Insider's Guide to Ogden
AndShesDopeToo is a worldwide adventure community of women run by Jennifer and Taylor Killian from Ogden, Utah. This insider's guide video highlights their unparalleled access to both the outdoors and the city's "fun counterculture vibe" at the foot of the mighty Wasatch Mountains.
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Cedar City to Cedar City 90-Mile Cycling Loop
The 90-mile Cedar City loop is one of Utah’s most challenging and scenic bike routes. Learn all about the route and plan your ride today!
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Cycling Scenic Byway 12: Escalante to Boulder
Looking for scenic bike rides in Utah? Scenic Byway 12 has all the breathtaking views (and riding) you could ever hope for. Get the scoop and get ready.
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Cycling the Alpine Loop
A local’s favorite for fall splendor, the Alpine Scenic Loop offers a narrow, windy road with lush vegetation and outstanding vistas.
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Cycling the Centennial Trail
The Centennial Trail forms a loop around Ogden, Utah, linking together the greenbelts along the Ogden and Weber rivers. Along the way, this network of trails brings cyclists to some of Ogden’s main attractions and provides a unique way to build a custom tour with stops at various points of interest.
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Cycling Zion: Earning the Descent
Watch Utah cyclist TJ Eisenhart climb Zion National Park’s Kolob Terrace Road. It’s a one-of-a-kind ride that transitions from red rock desert to green valley plateaus.
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Discovering Box Elder & Bear River Valley
A father shares his bikepacking journey with his daughter through Northern Utah’s Bear River Valley
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Insider's Guide to Salt Lake City Neighborhoods
Check out these neighborhoods on your next trip to Salt Lake City
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Riding With TJ Eisenhart
In 2016, pro cyclist and Utah native TJ Eisenhart had a breakout performance at the Larry H. Miller Tour of Utah, finishing 7th overall in the general classification as part of the BMC Racing Team and being recognized as a Fan Favorite.
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Spreading the Joy of Adaptive Recreation
Meet three National Ability Center staffers who live outdoor adventuring.
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Taking Your Family Adventure Cycling
Want to know how to go bike touring with kids? Check out our guide to family adventure cycling in Utah and plan your trip today!
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The Tour of Utah: A Most Excellent Adventure
Find your spot at the host venues to see some of the world's best pro-cyclists in action.
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Tour de Farmtown: A City Slicker’s Guide to Cycling Cache Valley
Northern Utah's Cache Valley is small enough that you can cross its width and strike out six to seven farm towns in a single afternoon. At each point on the compass, there’s a new community to explore, all with rich pioneer histories. Perched in the north are the cow-dotted hills of Clarkston and Richmond. Ride to the center of the valley, and you’ll find yourself looping around the Bear River with a stellar view of the Wellsvilles and an occasional pelican or sand crane flapping overhead.
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Utah at 15 mph
When it comes to family bike tours, Utah is tough to beat. Learn how to plan a family-friendly bike tour and see what this state has to offer!
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Utah's Outdoors Are Wide Open for All Abilities
Utah’s National Ability Center is known for changing lives through its adaptive recreation programs. Truth is, just setting foot on the center’s 26-acre ranch can feel transformative.
