RIDING TYPE | ■︎ ◆︎ Intermediate/ Advanced
TRIP DURATION | 4-Days
SEASON | June & August – September
Conquer Central Utah's Skyline Drive Traverse
This four-day, three-night cycling trip takes you along Skyline Drive in the Manti-La Sal National Forest, a route known for its stunning high-elevation views and challenging climbs. The journey begins near Soldier Summit and follows a scenic ridgeline, offering panoramic vistas of the surrounding canyons and mountains. The route consists of well-maintained unpaved roads, requiring a mountain or gravel bike. E-bikes are welcome as well! Be prepared for significant elevation changes and remote conditions. You'll spend your nights camping under the stars, enjoying the peaceful solitude of the mountains. The trip concludes after a rewarding descent, leaving you with lasting memories of the rugged beauty of central Utah.
Tailored for Intermediate/Advanced riders seeking a significant high-country cycling challenge, featuring:
- Extreme Elevation: Cycle at altitudes up to 10,500 feet, demanding high physical fitness due to steep climbs and long days.
- Iconic High-Country Route: Ride the full length of the historic Skyline Drive, with continuous views of the San Rafael Swell and the valleys of Central Utah.
- Major Physical Feat: Conquer the trip's largest challenge on Day 1: a 4,450-foot elevation gain over 24 miles.
- Terrain: Primarily well-maintained unpaved roads (dirt/gravel), making it ideal for mountain or gravel bikes, with no technical singletrack.
- Historical Immersion: Follow infrastructure largely developed by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) in the 1930s.
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A Day With Western Spirit
Rise & Shine
How do you like to start your day? If you like waking up to hot coffee and unforgettable sunrises you’re in luck. Delicious cowboy coffee, fresh fruit salad, pancakes, bacon, granola, yogurt and more.
Hit The Trail
Whether your trip includes: riding
the Rainbow Rim Trail; enjoying breathtaking views of the
Grand Canyon; leading your
friends on the White Rim Road in Canyonlands; or ripping down.
Apres
We base our itineraries around the trails that we love to ride, but also around great camp locations. We love to find the perfect place next to rivers or lakes , or by vistas
and sunset spots.
BIKE TRIP TESTIMONIALS
“Food was WAY better than I expected. I like to eat healthy and was worried about “camping food.” The guides prepared amazing food. The trip was a blast in general with gorgeous scenery and good campsites. Guides were very friendly, patient and helpful”
“Normally I do self supported but having someone else make excellent food makes me want to do it again”
“Great salads at lunch, a lot of variety, they guides had food specially prepared for those of us with food issues. Plus, they set up our chairs in the best spots!”
Your guides are your ambassadors, they are fun, energetic and very knowledgeable. I would not do anything different.
“Warmth, humor, seriously good people skills,professionalism, competence. They execute their very serious responsibilities with confidence-inspiring grace.”
Great salads at lunch, a lot of variety, they guides had food specially prepared for those of us with food issues. Plus, they set up our chairs in the best spots!
“I had been to Canyonlands two years prior so knew scenery was outstanding but it takes on even more magnificence when seen from seat of bike. The guides were awesome and supportive. Food was better than in most restaurants and more than you could eat.”
“I was tired at the end of each day and to have everything taken care of as far as dinner and cleanup, it was so nice to have that not be my issue. The guides were amazing, simply amazing….the food was always excellent, their personalities are different but blended with everyone perfectly!”
The guides made the trip totally beyond awesome. They were fun, the food was WAY better than I expected, the rides could be were tailored, guiding was superb, trails were a blast, our campsite was sweet. I have zero complaints.
“It’s been a long time since I’ve been on any organized event and this one was simply amazing. My skill and fitness level were not up to those as others in the group but never once did I feel intimidated…”
The food was fantastic! I didn’t expect such meals. The guides were so friendly, helpful, and entertaining. They really worked well together. Also, they made sure that everyone in their various skill levels enjoyed the rides and that there was enough for everyone.
“To begin with the landscape and scenery was majestic and awesome. The guides were all instrumental in enhancing the experience with their knowledge, skills, and out of the goodness of their character.”
“The trip was one of the most incredible experiences of my life… the scenery, the views, the guides, and the food! I loved how great the meals were!!! The guides were unbelievable cooks! After biking all day, to be able to sit down and eat a great meal & drink a beer …man, it was great!”
“Very accommodating of me being vegan, very cheerful and nice.”
“This was our 3rd trip with Western Spirit, so we knew what to expect from the guides and the support they’d provide. The trip itself was spectacular – the scenery was unbeatable and the weather was perfect.”
