more stats
4,117 ft
Distance
33 ft
Climb
-335 ft
Descent
00:15:21
Avg time
-303 ft
Altitude change
3,011 ft
Altitude min
3,314 ft
Altitude max
3,314 ft
Altitude start
3,012 ft
Altitude end
-7.4%
Grade
-49.9%
Grade max
10.1%
Grade min
495 ft
Distance climb
2,913 ft
Distance down
709 ft
Distance flat
00:15:21
Avg time

Mega Zen Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Horse
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    St. George
    , Utah
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Voted Difficulty
    Double Black Diamond (5 votes)
  • Local Popularity
    60 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 70 in E-Biking
    • 80 in Trail Running
    • 75 in Hiking
    • 5 in Horseback
  • Global Ranking
    #2222 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #11490 in E-Biking
    • #91800 in Trail Running
    • #101171 in Hiking
    • #3120 in Horseback
  • State Ranking
    #84 in Mountain Biking · Utah [+]
    • #160 in E-Biking
    • #1,980 in Trail Running
    • #2,262 in Hiking
    • #62 in Horseback
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Climb Difficulty
    Double Black Diamond
  • Physical Rating
    Hard
  • Trail Visibility
    Sometimes hard to follow
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • TTFs on Trail
    Drop, Ladder Bridge, Rock Face, Rock Garden

Mega Zen is an optional finish to the traditional Zen. It is a bit more extreme, with some steep rock rolls, some cliffside exposure, and a steep wooden ramp off the bluff. It connects to the Jeep road below the Powerline which can be used to return to the bottom of Zen (Zen Parking Lot) to the north. Recommended for experts only.

Local Trail Association

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 1 rides
  • 9 miles average
6 Months
  • 7 rides
  • 9 miles avg distance
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  • 125 rides
  • Last: Oct 29, 2026
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Mega Zen Trail Reports

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May 24, 2026 @ 7:39pm (America/Denver)
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Oct 20, 2025 @ 12:33pm (America/Denver)
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Apr 29, 2025 @ 2:51pm
Apr 29, 2025
Trail is in good shape. Definitely watch out for one particular tight section on the trail. Exposure and penalty for falling is significant.
Jan 25, 2025 @ 11:26am
Jan 25, 2025
Great shape!
Sep 23, 2024 @ 1:11pm
Sep 23, 2024
Booby trap? Two large nails in the middle of the trail not long before the ramp. Couldn't pull them out by hand.
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on May 24, 2026
Avg: 4.31 (13 votes)
Your vote: 0

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      Directions to mega-zen trailhead (37.066980, -113.639580)

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      11:02 | 306 | Jun 4, 2024 , St. George

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      14 Reviews & Comments

      Jamescav
      Easier than any double black I’ve ever done. But a lot of our friends won’t ride it. Super fun I almost always clean it.
      amak34
      Yeah It rides just fine, a bit sketch sure but you know what you're getting into when you ride this. Don't skip it, it's awsome !
      Waltersbike
      Rains in October rutted the exposed treacherous section making this part of the trail almost unrideable

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Mega Zen located?
      Mega Zen is located in St. George, Utah, United States. It is part of the St. George trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 37.06698, -113.63958.
      ▼ How hard is Mega Zen?
      Mega Zen is rated as Double Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Hard. The average grade is 7.4%. The climb difficulty is rated Double Black Diamond.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Mega Zen?
      Mega Zen has 33 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 335 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 3,011 ft to 3,314 ft.
      ▼ How long is Mega Zen?
      Mega Zen is 4,117 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Mega Zen?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Mega Zen. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Mega Zen?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Mega Zen are:
      • December (17 activities)
      • November (16 activities)
      • January (14 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      ▼ How do I access Mega Zen? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Mega Zen are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Mega Zen?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 15 minutes to ride Mega Zen. The trail is 4,117 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Mega Zen?
      Mega Zen is a moderately popular trail. There have been 876 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 881 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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