9.9 miles
Distance
662 ft
Climb
-3,102 ft
Descent
2 miles
High Point

This shortened version of the classic Wasatch Crest ride is great for odd-numbered days when bikes are restricted in Upper Millcreek Canyon. The Wasatch Crest provides some of the best high alpine riding in the state. Please be careful of hikers when descending on Mill D, it can get quite crowded.

Detailed Description
Wasatch Crest to Mill D Shuttle Ride is a 10 mile popular intermediate route located near Brighton Utah. This mountain bike only route can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 5 trails. This route climbs 662 ft with a max elevation of 9,888 ft then descends -3,102 ft.
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  • Riding area
  • Primary Activity
    Mountain Bike
  • Difficulty rating
    Blue
  • Route Type
    Shuttled
  • Bike type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    One Direction
  • Physical rating
    Moderate
  • Ridelogs
    545
More Stats for Wasatch Crest to Mill D Shuttle Ride mountain bike route
  • Altitude change
    -2,440 ft
  • Altitude min
    7,299 ft
  • Altitude start
    9,739 ft
  • Altitude end
    7,300 ft
  • Grade
    -4.7%
  • Grade max
    -72.8%
  • Grade min
    30.1%
  • Distance climb
    2 miles
  • Distance down
    7 miles
  • Distance flat
    1,729 ft
Avg: 3 (5 votes)
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