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      Santaquin trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, Horseback, Dirtbiking, ATVing/Offroading, Adaptive Biking and Snowshoeing. Popular destinations include Prospector View Park and Santaquin Bench.
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      Region Status
      Caution as of Jul 24, 2026

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      40
      Trails Mountain Bike
      39
      Trails E-Bike
      36
      Trails Gravel Bike
      2
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      1
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      1
      Trails Horse
      22
      Trails Hike
      35
      Trails Trail Running
      35
      Trails Dirtbike/Moto
      6
      Trails ATV/ORV/OHV
      6
      Trails Snowshoe
      1
      Trails Nordic Ski
      1
      Total Distance
      28 miles
      Total Descent Distance
      9 miles
      Total Descent
      3,978 ft
      Total Vertical
      2,204 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      7,247 ft
      Reports
      156
      Photos
      42
      Completed Counter
      1,870
      Sub Regions

      Popular Santaquin Mountain Biking Trails

      80 0.0 2,425 ft 99 ft 81
      The main access trail for the south side of the park, connecting to all the others. Crosses the road, then a bridge, then a nice walk in the woods.
      95 4.5 2,995 ft 224 ft 81
      A new trail through the woods on the south side of the canyon. Much more shade than the trails on the north side. Probably the best route for hikers trying to get to the top.
      90 3.8 5,089 ft 344 ft 71
      Flowy cross-country trail, with some steep sections and some loops through the flat mid-hill meadow. Less machined than Little May, with more rocks and bumps.
      55 2.5 1 mile 74 ft 68
      A new multi-use trail climbing out of Santaquin Canyon with some great views. Grades are very reasonable for climbing. Even though it is an a generally south-facing slope, there are some shady spots.
      100 4.0 1 mile 232 ft 60
      A pleasant walk or ride through the woods along Santaquin Creek, mostly on top of Santaquin's water supply . Because it is generally below and across the creek from the road, it is quiet and wild. Above the structure, the creek is...
      55 0.0 3,799 ft 20 ft 60
      A shorter but steeper and less shady alternative to the western trail.
      70 0.0 4,524 ft 0 ft 57
      is a fast decent with a fair amount of easy to moderate tech, this trail is both directions but preferred as a downhill from the prospector junction.
      100 0.0 535 ft 0 ft 54
      Intermediate skills line with some big banks

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

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      Yesterday
      • 9 rides
      Past Week
      • 22 rides

      Santaquin Mountain Bike Routes

      3 miles 493 ft 6 Loop
      Intermediate loop for climbing, cornering and braking.
      4 miles 865 ft 1 Loop
      Climb to Prospector, Loop on
      3 miles 570 ft 6 Loop
      Intermediate out and back loop, good climbs and fast descents.
      2 miles 430 ft 4 Loop
      Beginner loop, skills for climbing/shifting, cornering and braking.
      3 miles 414 ft 14
      Short loop (45 minutes) in four bay
      5 miles 2,031 ft 2

      Photos of Santaquin Mountain Bike

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      Videos of Santaquin Mountain Bike

      Holladay
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      0:16 | 12 | May 17, 2026
      Brownstone (climb)
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      0:41 | 11 | May 8, 2026
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      trail: Belly Wash
      2:01 | 19 | May 8, 2026
      Top to Bottom
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      2:41 | 16 | May 8, 2026
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      0:45 | 29 | May 8, 2026
      Brownstone (climb)
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      trail: Brownstone
      0:41 | 6 | May 8, 2026
      Turkey Run (climb)
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      trail: Turkey Run
      0:11 | 9 | May 8, 2026

      Recent Trail Reports

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      Recent Comments

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      Carver1ZqKLtrailPROSPECTOR RETURNNice easy climb to the top of Union Chief
      Mar 13, 2026 @ 6:34pm
      Mar 13, 2026
      Carver1ZqKLtrailUnion ChiefPretty fun if you get going fast enough. I...
      Mar 13, 2026 @ 6:33pm
      Mar 13, 2026
      ByubelltrailLittle May (climb)A little sad this ended up being the primary...
      Aug 10, 2025 @ 11:27am
      Aug 10, 2025
      ByubelltrailBelly WashReally fun trail, everything is rollable...
      Aug 10, 2025 @ 11:24am
      Aug 10, 2025
      mtstewart74trailSilver KingLooks like you rode when the trails were just...
      Aug 22, 2024 @ 1:23pm
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      Bike & Skill Parks

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      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike3927 miles3,980 ft9 miles2,205 ft
      #6,234#2,0822515693,761
      E-Bike3626 miles3,645 ft8 miles2,205 ft
      #4,151#1,3711533634
      Gravel Bike21,056 ft26 ft646 ft367 ft
      Adaptive Bike1617 ft13 ft259 ft13 ft
      #3,060#64847
      Winter Fat Bike14,537 ft279 ft4,213 ft279 ft
      Horse2219 miles1,883 ft5 miles2,205 ft
      #1,259#7043016
      Hike3527 miles3,560 ft8 miles2,205 ft
      #1,378#619171521402
      Trail Running3527 miles3,560 ft8 miles2,205 ft
      #6,017#1,9261522128
      Dirtbike/Moto66 miles545 ft1 mile2,031 ft
      #1,158#47226156
      ATV/ORV/OHV66 miles545 ft1 mile2,031 ft
      #838#3782633
      Snowshoe11,526 ft102 ft1,430 ft102 ft
      #1,732#1,00427121
      Nordic Ski11,526 ft102 ft1,430 ft102 ft
      #632#2872725

      Frequently Asked Questions

      What are the best places to ride in Santaquin?
      Santaquin has 2 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Santaquin?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Santaquin are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      Where can I park to ride in Santaquin?
      There are 6 parking locations listed in Santaquin. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
      What is the longest trail in Santaquin?
      The longest trail in Santaquin is Warm Springs Mountain at 2.1 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Santaquin?
      What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Santaquin?
      What are the best & highest rated dirtbiking trails in Santaquin?
      How many trails are in Santaquin?
      Santaquin has a total of 40 trails. Of those, 39 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Santaquin to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      Which trail has the most elevation gain in Santaquin?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Santaquin is Santaquin Bench Spur with 1,762 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      Which trail has the most elevation descent in Santaquin?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Santaquin is Silver King with 459 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      What activities are most popular in Santaquin?
      Santaquin supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Adaptive Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Dirtbiking, ATVing/Offroading, Snowmobiling, Snowshoeing.
      What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Santaquin?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Santaquin is Santaquin Bench Spur with an average grade of 17.5%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Santaquin?
      Yes, there are 3 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Santaquin. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
      Are the trails open in Santaquin?
      The overall region status for Santaquin is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 36 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 33
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 2
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 1
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      Can I ride an ebike in Santaquin?
      Yes, Santaquin supports e-bike riding. There are 29 trails in Santaquin that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
      What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Santaquin?
      What is the highest summit in Santaquin?
      The highest summit in Santaquin is Warm Springs Mountain at 5,535 ft elevation.
      What are the most popular Strava Segments in Santaquin?
      The most popular Strava segments in Santaquin are:
      • UC DH (186 athletes)
      • Prospector Return (184 athletes)
      • Runnin' Turkey's (98 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Santaquin.
      Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Santaquin?
      Yes, there are 1 accessible/adaptive trails in Santaquin. View all adaptive trails in Santaquin for specific accessibility information.
      What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Santaquin?
      What are the best beginner ride trails in Santaquin?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Santaquin are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Santaquin.
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