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6.6 miles
Distance
278 ft
Climb
-303 ft
Descent
00:53:24
Avg time
-26 ft
Altitude change
4,495 ft
Altitude min
4,780 ft
Altitude max
4,579 ft
Altitude start
4,554 ft
Altitude end
-0.1%
Grade
-12.8%
Grade max
14.2%
Grade min
4 miles
Distance climb
2 miles
Distance down
2,569 ft
Distance flat
00:53:24
Avg time

Bar M Loop Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Gravel Bike
    • Adaptive Bike
    • Winter Fat Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Moab Brand Trails
    Moab, Utah
  • Difficulty Rating
    Access Trail or Doubletrack Rate
  • Voted Difficulty
    Black Diamond (1 vote)
  • Local Popularity
    60 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 40 in E-Biking
    • 70 in Trail Running
    • 35 in Hiking
    • 5 in Winter Fat Biking
    • 5 in Adaptive Biking
    • 5 in Gravel Biking
  • Trail Type
    Doubletrack
  • Bike Type
    XC, Fat, Adaptive MTB, Gravel
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Climb Difficulty
    Green
  • Physical Rating
    Easy
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Family Friendly
    Yes
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1

A classic ride for the entire family. The loop is a mix of dirt road and non motorized trail. The sections of this loop that are on dirt road see very little motorized use and the route is considered very safe for families.
The loop is recommended counter clockwise. Start the ride from the south end of the Bar M parking area riding south on the Gas Line Connector toward Rusty Spur. From here follow the black signs that say "Bar M Loop".

Tags
Family friendly
Trail Supporters
Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

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  • 1 rides
  • 10 miles average
6 Months
  • 27 rides
  • 11 miles avg distance
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  • 103 rides
  • Last: Oct 15, 2026
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Bar M Loop Trail Reports

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Oct 4, 2026 @ 9:32am (America/Denver)
Oct 4, 2026
 Great conditions
Oct 1, 2026 @ 12:36pm (America/Denver)
Oct 1, 2026
 Great
Sep 25, 2026 @ 9:08am (America/Denver)
Sep 25, 2026
 Running great with small sections of sand and loose scrabbly dirt and rocks.
Sep 14, 2026 @ 5:29pm (America/Denver)
Sep 14, 2026
Sep 8, 2026 @ 5:17pm (America/Denver)
Sep 8, 2026
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Status:
on Oct 4, 2026
Very Dry
Avg: 3.61 (12 votes)
Your vote: 0

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      2 Reviews & Comments

      HCS19
      The Moab Brands area A.K.A., (Bar-M) is a great place for families with varying skill levels with a number of different trails to choose from. The area is very user-friendly and has trail maps posted at each trailhead. Comprising over thirty (30) miles of intersecting singletrack, which include flat trails suitable for children and towing toddlers to intermediate and black diamond trails to challenge even the most advanced riders. 

      Additionally, riders can enjoy great views of Arches and the Moab Canyon. When your ride is complete, enjoy an easy pedal down the paved Moab Bike path back to town. 
      JohnyeWest JohnyeWest
      Sometimes a side chick ain’t even a chick. Sometimes it’s a gently downhill fire road.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Bar M Loop located?
      Bar M Loop is located in Moab Brand Trails, Moab, Utah, United States. It is part of the Moab Brand Trails trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 38.65063, -109.66776.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Bar M Loop?
      Bar M Loop has 278 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 303 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 4,495 ft to 4,780 ft.
      ▼ Is Bar M Loop a point to point trail?
      Bar M Loop is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is doubletrack.
      ▼ How long is Bar M Loop?
      Bar M Loop is 6.6 miles long. The trail type is doubletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Bar M Loop?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Bar M Loop. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access Bar M Loop? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Bar M Loop are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Bar M Loop?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 53 minutes to ride Bar M Loop. The trail is 6.6 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Bar M Loop?
      Bar M Loop is a moderately popular trail. There have been 501 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 532 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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