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      Yellow Fork trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has shared hundreds of photos from this region. Supported activity types include Hiking, Trail Running, Mountain Biking, Horseback, E-Biking, Dirtbiking and ATVing/Offroading. Trails here are often faint trail. Scenery includes ridgelines, summits and canyons. Common trail features include berms and rock gardens.
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      Region Status
      Caution as of Nov 8, 2026

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      45
      Trails Mountain Bike
      41
      Trails E-Bike
      8
      Trails Gravel Bike
      6
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      2
      Trails Horse
      26
      Trails Hike
      45
      Trails Trail Running
      45
      Trails Dirtbike/Moto
      1
      Trails ATV/ORV/OHV
      1
      Total Distance
      49 miles
      Total Descent
      13,203 ft
      Total Vertical
      4,965 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      10,622 ft
      Reports
      510
      Photos
      160
      Completed Counter
      8,623

      Popular Yellow Fork Mountain Biking Trails

      • 80 ★ 3.5 • 3,570 ft • 160 ft • 651 •
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 6 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 90 ★ 3.5 • 4,820 ft • 0 ft • 635 •
      Fun section that is often overlooked, but provides some fun technical sections.
      • 80 ★ 3.0 • 2,122 ft • 44 ft • 539 • • horse
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This horse primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 75 ★ 3.0 • 1,225 ft • 16 ft • 469 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 75 ★ 3.8 • 1 mile • 533 ft • 418 •
      Easy technical, moderate climb. Popular equestrian trail, so be sure to use caution.
      • 70 ★ 4.3 • 1,818 ft • 0 ft • 383 •
      Kinda of steep and narrow, but fun and fast as you drop off the road to connect back up with Yellow fork. Only expert because it can be hard to climb when the dirt is often soft going back up.
      • 70 ★ 4.1 • 1 mile • 0 ft • 325 •
      Steady singletrack uphill that is mostly smooth, but has a few techy spots. Most of the trail is in the shade.
      • 65 ★ 3.0 • 3 miles • 871 ft • 320 •
      The trail was a double road, but has been over grown so it's mostly singletrack now. Some of the trail from the top of Yellow pine trail and Rio Escandido trail is rocky and steep. After climbing that section you are rewarded with some...

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      Yellow Fork Mountain Bike Routes

      ★ 3.0 • 7 miles • 1,366 ft • 10 •
      You can ride this route either way. I rated it as moderate for "Physical Rating", although, for me...
      ★ 4.0 • 6 miles • 1,345 ft • 17 • Loop •
      A counter-clockwise loop @ Yellow Fork.
      • 14 miles • 1,822 ft • 11 •
      • 16 miles • 2,396 ft • 11 •
      • 20 miles • 2,687 ft • 14 •
      • 12 miles • 1,777 ft • 10 •

      Photos of Yellow Fork Mountain Bike

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      Videos of Yellow Fork Mountain Bike

      Yellow Fork Trail POV
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      2:23 | 303 | Mar 16, 2015
      Yellow Fork POV
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      3:20 | 250 | Mar 15, 2015
      Yellow Fork Canyon | Herriman, Utah
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      9:10 | 1342 | Jun 11, 2020 , Herriman
      Yellow Fork Canyon | Herriman, Utah
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      9:10 | 544 | Jun 11, 2020 , Herriman
      Mountain Biking Yellow Fork West (Fall's First...
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      563 | May 31, 2017 , Herriman
      Mountain Biking Yellow Fork West (Fall's First...
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      506 | May 31, 2017 , Herriman

      Recent Trail Reports

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      Yellow Fork
      Nov 8, 2026 @ 12:01pm (America/Boise)
      Nov 8, 2026
      WetE-Bike While the leaves on the ground help, the...JasonFarns
      BST - Butterknife
      Nov 8, 2026 @ 12:01pm (America/Boise)
      Nov 8, 2026
      IdealE-Bike JasonFarns
      Gunslinger
      Oct 27, 2026 @ 7:26pm (America/Denver)
      Oct 27, 2026
      Idealkillacody
      Yellow Fork Canyon Road
      Oct 27, 2026 @ 7:25pm (America/Denver)
      Oct 27, 2026
      Drykillacody
      Yellow Fork
      Oct 25, 2026 @ 3:59pm (America/Denver)
      Oct 25, 2026
      Variable Dry to damp with heavy muddy areas in low...rAnskX
      Dans Hill (Upper)
      Aug 5, 2026 @ 1:48pm (America/Denver)
      Aug 5, 2026
      Very DryThey have recently closed the parallel...RoyceUT
      Dans Hill
      Aug 5, 2026 @ 1:48pm (America/Denver)
      Aug 5, 2026
      Very DryThey have recently closed the parallel...RoyceUT
      Yellow Fork (Lower)
      Aug 5, 2026 @ 1:48pm (America/Denver)
      Aug 5, 2026
      Very DryThey have recently closed the parallel...RoyceUT
      Moon Ridge (lower)
      Jul 16, 2026 @ 5:26pm (America/Boise)
      Jul 16, 2026
      Very DryDifficult to follow, the app helps a lot;...Migueli5FM47
      Rio Escandido
      Apr 25, 2026 @ 3:44pm (America/Boise)
      Apr 25, 2026
      IdealE-Bike JasonFarns

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      JasonFarnsaddreportactivity #107467504 and 1 more
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      killacodyaddreportactivity #106724528 and 1 more
      Oct 27, 2026 @ 6:25pm
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      rAnskXriddentrailactivity #106601369
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      Oct 25, 2026 @ 2:59pm
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      Oct 17, 2026 @ 5:52pm
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      Recent Comments

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      EdgarscXrrjmtrailWind Caves WayNot really a trail! More like a goat path -...
      Oct 17, 2026 @ 5:52pm
      Oct 17, 2026
      ino5VQtrailYellow Fork (Lower)Can we please ban horses from bike trails?...
      Sep 6, 2026 @ 5:28pm
      Sep 6, 2026
      RoyceUTtrailTurkey HollowNot an MTB trail. The bulk of it is rideable,...
      Aug 28, 2026 @ 9:05am
      Aug 28, 2026
      ino5VQtrailMoon Ridge (upper)Banger of a dh. Did this on the hard tail. If...
      Aug 8, 2026 @ 12:36pm
      Aug 8, 2026
      ino5VQtrailButterfield Peaks RoadRoad it and saw the signs. As with most signs,...
      Aug 2, 2026 @ 5:19pm
      Aug 2, 2026

      Nearby Areas

      namedistance
      Butterfield Canyon 9 6 43.6 km
      South Mountain 4 9 25.1 km
      Rosecrest5.2 km
      Herriman City Trails 19 55.5 km
      Tickville Hollow 27.9 km

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      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike4144 miles9,459 ft19 miles3,678 ft
      #3,801#8515350825,152
      E-Bike88 miles2,369 ft4 miles3,212 ft
      #6,684#1201412684
      Gravel Bike620 miles3,993 ft8 miles3,678 ft
      #1,138#597764
      Adaptive Bike24 miles643 ft1 mile866 ft
      #1,140#59732
      Horse2625 miles7,543 ft15 miles3,560 ft
      #167#7176
      Hike4549 miles13,202 ft23 miles4,964 ft
      #995#585509654
      Trail Running4549 miles13,202 ft23 miles4,964 ft
      #516#13509404
      Dirtbike/Moto13 miles1,414 ft2 miles1,371 ft
      #264#181242
      ATV/ORV/OHV13 miles1,414 ft2 miles1,371 ft
      #765#621211

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Yellow Fork?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Yellow Fork are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Yellow Fork?
      Check the Yellow Fork trail map for trailhead and parking information. Community members regularly update access and parking details for trails in the area.
      ▼ What is the longest trail in Yellow Fork?
      The longest trail in Yellow Fork is Rose Ridge at 3.1 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Yellow Fork?
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Yellow Fork?
      ▼ How many trails are in Yellow Fork?
      Yellow Fork has a total of 45 trails. Of those, 41 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Yellow Fork to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Yellow Fork?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Yellow Fork is Moon Ridge (lower) with 1,103 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Yellow Fork?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Yellow Fork is Rose Ridge with 1,348 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Yellow Fork?
      Yellow Fork supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Dirtbiking, ATVing/Offroading.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Yellow Fork?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Yellow Fork is Gunslinger with an average grade of 21%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ What trails have the biggest jumps in Yellow Fork?
      The trails with the biggest jumps in Yellow Fork are: Browse all mountain bike trails to find trails with jumps and technical features.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Yellow Fork?
      The overall region status for Yellow Fork is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 35 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 21
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 11
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 3
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ What are the trail conditions in Yellow Fork?
      Based on trail reports from the past week in Yellow Fork:
      • Ideal: 1 trail
      • Wet: 1 trail
      Check the Yellow Fork trail status page for the most current conditions and recent trail reports.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in Yellow Fork?
      Yes, Yellow Fork supports e-bike riding. There are 7 trails in Yellow Fork 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 Yellow Fork?
      The most popular mountain biking routes in Yellow Fork are: View all mountain biking routes in Yellow Fork.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Yellow Fork?
      The most popular Strava segments in Yellow Fork are:
      • Through the Woods DOWN (2,934 athletes)
      • Through the Woods UP (2,097 athletes)
      • Big Fork (Lower) Bottom (1,899 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Yellow Fork.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Yellow Fork?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Yellow Fork?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Yellow Fork are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Yellow Fork.
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