more stats
14.2 miles
Distance
1,874 ft
Climb
-1,374 ft
Descent
02:07:18
Avg time
501 ft
Altitude change
3,948 ft
Altitude min
4,503 ft
Altitude max
3,959 ft
Altitude start
4,459 ft
Altitude end
0.669%
Grade
-34.905%
Grade max
37.546%
Grade min
7 miles
Distance climb
5 miles
Distance down
2 miles
Distance flat
02:07:18
Avg time

Potash Road Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Gravel Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Dead Horse Point
    Moab, Utah
  • Difficulty Rating
    Access Trail or Doubletrack Rate
  • Local Popularity
    50 in Mountain Biking heatmap [+]
    • 35 in E-Biking
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 45 in Hiking
    • 85 in Gravel Biking
  • Trail Type
    Dirt/Gravel Road
  • Bike Type
    Gravel
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • Land Owner
    Utah State Parks

Dirt road that ascends from the Colorado River, past the intense blue potash ponds, around the area underneath Dead Horse Point, and on up to the White Rim.

Note: trail routing near the potash plant is tricky; be sure to follow the GPS track carefully and not stray onto private land.

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 41 miles avg distance
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  • Last: Oct 31, 2026
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Potash Road located?
      Potash Road is located in Dead Horse Point, Moab, Utah, United States. It is part of the Dead Horse Point trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 38.52379, -109.65419.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Potash Road?
      Potash Road has 1,874 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 1,374 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 3,948 ft to 4,503 ft.
      ▼ Is Potash Road a point to point trail?
      Potash Road is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is dirt/gravel road.
      ▼ How long is Potash Road?
      Potash Road is 14.2 miles long. The trail type is dirt/gravel road.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Potash Road?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Potash Road. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Potash Road?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Potash Road are:
      • June (4 activities)
      • October (4 activities)
      • November (4 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      ▼ How do I access Potash Road? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Potash Road are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Potash Road?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 2 hours 7 minutes to ride Potash Road. The trail is 14.2 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Potash Road?
      Potash Road is a moderately popular trail. There have been 234 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 229 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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