25.5 miles

Distance

2,291 ft

Climb

-2,147 ft

Descent

1 mile

High Point

*Elevation data may be highly variable by device or mapping platform, as different software may use various data sources and calculation methods. Our total elevation gain for the route is a middle estimate based on readings from multiple devices.

Moab Rocks takes some of the region's best classic and new routes including Klondike, Porcupine Rim and Mag 7 and combines them into a 3-day xc masterpiece in a fully supported format. All this wrapped up in a fun and friendly atmosphere, combining camaraderie and competition. TransRockies Events pioneered Mountain Bike Stage Racing in North America with the TransRockies Challenge in 2002, and the 3-day race format with the TR3 starting in 2009.

Detailed Description

2019 Moab Rocks Stage 2: Klondike Bluffs is a 25 mile intermediate race route located near Moab Utah. This mountain bike only route and has a hard overall physical rating. This route includes 20 trails. This route climbs 2,291 ft with a max elevation of 5,318 ft then descends -2,147 ft.

Route Supporters

Poison Spider Bicycles
Moab Trail Mix
Maintainer

32 Reviews & Comments

Score Time Route Post Comment

jcheroske (Nov 14, 2022 at 20:04)

Trail Alaska

I think my favorite technical climb in Moab is Homer -> Alaska. It's all there, but you have to work for it. And the views at the top are the best reward.

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sbrotherton

(Nov 24, 2021 at 8:44)

Trail Alaska

This trail is fantastic. Yeah it's not entirely downhill but it's got great flow, lots of little technical bits and amazing scenery. Super worth it.

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Dgooze12

(Oct 3, 2021 at 18:55)

Trail Baby Steps North

Actually enjoyed the climb uphill. Was steady and just put the bike in a low gear and went for it. Not too technical

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Dgooze12

(Oct 3, 2021 at 18:53)

Trail Mega Steps

Great views at the top. Super fun down hill but be ready for some uphill sections. Blue+ level I'd say.

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dkrk279

(Jun 11, 2021 at 15:26)

Trail Dino Flow

This is a great intermediate trail. It's at the North end of Moab and perfect to hit before heading into town if you're coming in that way. Not too technical with good flow. It's best ridden N to S and even better if you shuttle it and don't have to ride back. If it's your first time to Moab this is a good trail to give you a taste of what's to come.

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kristinballou

(May 29, 2021 at 16:48)

Trail Homer

5.5% average grade

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biketothetop

(Mar 1, 2021 at 8:50)

Trail Alaska

Lots of whiners commenting below????

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Brete

(May 9, 2020 at 19:23)

Trail Baby Steps South

This trail is silly. It's like somebody got too drunk and grabbed a can of blue spray paint.

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wgwestervelt

(Apr 20, 2019 at 8:42)

Trail Mega Steps

I would consider this a “blue plus”. Don’t let the rating keep you from riding it if you’re an intermediate.

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wgwestervelt

(Apr 19, 2019 at 6:32)

Trail Alaska

This trail was fun in spots and the scenery is very good but it definitely not all down and not all flow. It’s a fairly bone jarring 3 miles or so and that was with my bike totally cushed out.

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wgwestervelt

(Apr 19, 2019 at 6:29)

Trail UFO

Great trail with an abundance of natural features to look at.

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Killer555

(Nov 19, 2018 at 12:43)

Trail Mega Steps

19 Nov 18. Just crushed it (not really). The uphill was a lot of challenge for me (intermediate?) and particularly for my wife (true beginner)

But gorgeous and the downhill will rock.

Came up to backtrack to the “Stomping Grounds” dino tracks off Alaska.

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Marksmichaels

(Oct 21, 2018 at 16:57)

Trail UFO

Much of trail is very easy on nice smooth slickrock. A couple fast flow sections. A little switchy tech too. Got us to Mega Steps.

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Marksmichaels

(Oct 21, 2018 at 16:55)

Trail Baby Steps Singletrack

Did the north half from Instep to UFO. Good stuff.

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Marksmichaels

(Oct 21, 2018 at 16:53)

Trail Dino Flow

There are some blue flowy sections, and numerous but not very difficult rock challenges, at least in the middle third of the trail we did. Fun, should be very doable for intermediates and a good learning opportunity for beginners.

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Marksmichaels

(Oct 21, 2018 at 16:47)

Trail Mega Steps

This trail is a hoot to descend! Some very fast flowy sections, small airs. A couple short uphill grunts too. But do it east to west.

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gafoto (Sep 13, 2018 at 17:19)

Trail Dino Flow

Great trail but it’s anything but a flow trail. Plenty of techy features that will slow most blue riders down.

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Jakecd (Jun 11, 2018 at 21:22)

Trail Dino Flow

Super hot bring plenty of water, but supper fun.

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bensgig

(May 6, 2018 at 13:08)

Trail Alaska

This trailer is just OK. When you get to the top of mega and then want to come down if you think that it will be all downhill but it is not. So that is a little disappointing. And then when you are going downhill it is technical so you can’t really get up any speed anywhere. I would probably pass on riding again

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bensgig

(May 6, 2018 at 13:05)

Trail Mega Steps

So this trail is quite the climb going. Reserve your energy for on the way down. It was an OK trail. I did not get to go down it. Because I went down the Alaska trail

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Fanderson

MTBM (Apr 11, 2018 at 11:43)

Trail Dino Tracks

Heads up, the camping on the left/right side of this road is apparently illegal. On 3/26/18, we had a BLM law enforcement officer shuffle us out of our campsite near the Dino Tracks trailhead. He claimed it was an area controlled by the local land management plan that does not allow dispersed camping. I'd contact BLM before you camp in this area.

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shred-harder (Mar 30, 2018 at 12:50)

Trail Homer

Super fun but short DH, similar to Cptn Ahab but faster and less technical

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GizmoJ

(Dec 3, 2017 at 21:19)

Trail Dino Flow

This was my first ride in Moab and maybe my fifth day on a mtn bike. It took me an hr from N to S. Definitely moderate level trail. Very well marked. The ride out on the Jeep rd can be pretty nasty on a windy day like today.

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mungoj12 (Nov 14, 2017 at 17:48)

Trail Baby Steps

Fun little trail the rocks were a bit challenging though.

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mungoj12 (Nov 14, 2017 at 17:46)

Trail Baby Steps North

Had great fun going down hill on it. You can absolutely fly along it.

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mungoj12 (Nov 14, 2017 at 17:45)

Trail Dino Flow

Super fun flowy trail

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idmtbiker52

(Nov 5, 2017 at 11:09)

Trail Copper Ridge 4x4

just the old 4x4 access road but useful if you need to bail out on Klondike trails and need to get back to your parking area fast.

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Rstudt13 (Nov 1, 2017 at 4:38)

Trail Mega Steps

One of my favorites as a mid level rider. Complete variety of terrain and doable with a few challenges along the way. Great uphill and downhill work. Some cool cliff scenery at the top.

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Hollyjewell (Apr 27, 2017 at 7:14)

Trail Baby Steps Singletrack

This trail is not for the unfit. We hike a biked probably 10%

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Hollyjewell (Apr 27, 2017 at 7:12)

Trail Baby Steps

Technical exertional climbing

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jarretw

(Apr 22, 2017 at 9:20)

Trail Dino Flow

Super fun and flowy trail! Best to ride it from the north end, so you are mostly downhill

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Thomasbenko

(Sep 29, 2016 at 15:37)

Trail Alaska

A Great trail. The scenery is just amazing. Not the toughest trail but so nice to be far out there in peace. The DH is great and easy flowing. Take the time and go seek out the Dino prints (look where the rock cairns to spot the prints).

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Trails in Route

	Copper Ridge 4x4				3 miles
	Dino Flow				4 miles
	South Klondike access road				3 miles
	Baby Steps South				4,367 ft
	Little Salty				2,310 ft
	Baby Steps				4,209 ft
	Baby Steps Singletrack				1 mile
	Baby Steps				2,346 ft
	Baby Steps				958 ft
	Baby Steps North				1 mile
	Mega Steps				2 miles
	UFO				2 miles
	Agate East				3,665 ft
	Jasper Access				1,535 ft
	Midline				2,188 ft
	Baby Steps North				5 miles
	Dino Tracks				5,226 ft
	Alaska				2 miles
	Homer				4,032 ft
	Chilkoot Pass				2,336 ft

Route POI

	Aid Station	Aid Station
	Aid Station	Aid Station

Details

Race Course
Riding area

Klondike Bluffs
Primary Activity

Mountain Bike
Difficulty rating

Blue
eBike Allowed

No
Bike type

AM, XC
Physical rating

Hard
Ridelogs

60

More Stats for 2019 Moab Rocks Stage 2: Klondike Bluffs mountain bike route

Altitude change

144 ft
Altitude min

4,505 ft
Altitude start

4,505 ft
Altitude end

4,649 ft
Grade

0.1%
Grade max

-35.4%
Grade min

53.5%
Distance climb

13 miles
Distance down

10 miles
Distance flat

3 miles

trail	date	description
South Klondike access road	Jan 23, 2023 @ 9:43am Jan 23, 2023	Snow melting causing prevalent, deep mud. reporter
UFO	Jan 23, 2023 @ 9:43am Jan 23, 2023	Snow melting causing prevalent, deep mud. reporter
Mega Steps	Jan 23, 2023 @ 9:42am Jan 23, 2023	Snow melting causing prevalent, deep mud. reporter
Midline	Jan 23, 2023 @ 9:42am Jan 23, 2023	Snow melting causing prevalent, deep mud. reporter
Little Salty	Jan 23, 2023 @ 9:42am Jan 23, 2023	Snow melting causing prevalent, deep mud. reporter

2019 Moab Rocks Stage 2: Klondike Bluffs route

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