Cryptobiotic Trail

BLM Bureau of Land Management · St. George, UT · Dispersed

Conditions

Road Access Not recorded
Season Not recorded
Campfires Not recorded
Boondock Access Not recorded

The managing agency hasn't published road access, season or campfire rules for this campground. The description and directions below often mention it — and it's worth calling the agency before a long drive.

Features

Style Boondocking

Campground Stats

Total Sites0

Location

37.19618277, -113.2347918 · 353 East Riverside Drive , St. George , UT 84790

Description

Recommended Users: Mountain Bikers, Hikers. Singletrack trail. 3 miles in length. Difficulty: Moderate/Easiest. From the midway point on Goosebumps Trail, the Cryptobionic Trail makes a beeline downhill toward the Virgin River, winding for 3 miles through a series of flowing turns that are perfect for riders just developing their downhill skills. With a gradual drop in terrain, speeds are easily manageable and this trail is just pure fun. “Crypto” ends at the Virgin Dam Trailhead where riders can find a restroom, stone picnic tables, and the intersection with the rugged Rim Trail.Mountain Biking Loop: Numerous looping opportunities are available.

Directions

Virgin Dam Trailhead—From Interstate 15 Exit 16, head east on State Route 9 to Hurricane City for 9.5 miles. Turn right on Main Street. Take the first left onto State Route 59 and at 3.1 miles turn left on the gravel road (marked by a very large gravel turnout on the shoulder of SR 59). Travel 1.9 miles and turn left. At 0.2 miles turn right. Continue for another 1.3 miles the trailhead. Jem Trailhead—From Main Street in Hurricane City, take the first left onto State Route 59. At 5.0 miles turn left on to the gravel road. Travel 0.25 miles to the trailhead. (To reach Cryptobionic Trail from this trailhead check the Area Trails Map for options.) Alternative Parking Area—From Main Street in Hurricane City, take the first left onto State Route 59 and at 3.1 miles turn left on the gravel road (marked by a very large gravel turnout on the shoulder of SR 59). Travel 2 miles and park in the disturbed area on the right.

Activities

BIKING CAMPING HIKING PHOTOGRAPHY WILDLIFE VIEWING

Details

Phone435-688-3200
Email[email protected]

Nearby Campgrounds

Canal Trail 0.2 mi · BLM
Jem Trail 1.0 mi · BLM
China Town Flume Trail 1.5 mi · BLM
Goosebumps Trail 2.4 mi · BLM
Rim Trail 2.6 mi · BLM
More Cowbell Trail 3.9 mi · BLM
White Trail 4.0 mi · BLM
Yellow Trail 4.1 mi · BLM