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3,127 ft
Distance
42 ft
Climb
-79 ft
Descent
00:03:36
Avg time
-36 ft
Altitude change
5,522 ft
Altitude min
5,578 ft
Altitude max
5,578 ft
Altitude start
5,541 ft
Altitude end
-1.2%
Grade
-13%
Grade max
9.9%
Grade min
1,060 ft
Distance climb
1,440 ft
Distance down
627 ft
Distance flat
00:03:36
Avg time

Ray Gun Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Forebay
    Payson, Utah
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    95 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 70 in E-Biking
    • 75 in Trail Running
    • 85 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #65561 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #45720 in E-Biking
    • #122770 in Trail Running
    • #114637 in Hiking
  • State Ranking
    #1,118 in Mountain Biking · Utah [+]
    • #557 in E-Biking
    • #2,664 in Trail Running
    • #2,549 in Hiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    XC
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • Land Owner
    Payson City

Raygun has several tight corners with limited visibility. Moderate grade for descending and climbing. Great for beginners that are ready to advance to intermediate trails.

Tags
Tight and twisty
Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 4 rides
  • 15 miles average
6 Months
  • 112 rides
  • 11 miles avg distance
All
  • 474 rides
  • Last: Oct 1, 2026
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Ray Gun Trail Reports

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Oct 1, 2026 @ 1:53pm (America/Denver)
Oct 1, 2026
reporter
Sep 28, 2026 @ 2:03pm (America/Denver)
Sep 28, 2026
reporter You guessed it, muddy. Please respect the closure while we get the much needed moisture.
Sep 28, 2026 @ 2:02pm (America/Denver)
Sep 28, 2026
reporter
Sep 23, 2026 @ 8:34am (America/Denver)
Sep 23, 2026
reporter May encounter some we areas this morning, best to avoid until later today.
Sep 22, 2026 @ 4:04pm (America/Los_Angeles)
Sep 22, 2026
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on Oct 1, 2026
Ideal
Avg: 3.72 (5 votes)
Your vote: 0

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      Directions to ray-gun trailhead (39.990040, -111.690400)

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Ray Gun located?
      Ray Gun is located in Forebay, Payson, Utah, United States. It is part of the Forebay trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 39.99004, -111.6904.
      ▼ How hard is Ray Gun?
      Ray Gun is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 1.2%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Ray Gun?
      Ray Gun has 42 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 79 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 5,522 ft to 5,578 ft.
      ▼ Is Ray Gun a point to point trail?
      Ray Gun is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Ray Gun?
      Ray Gun is 3,127 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Ray Gun?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Ray Gun. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ How do I access Ray Gun? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Ray Gun are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Ray Gun?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 4 minutes to ride Ray Gun. The trail is 3,127 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Ray Gun?
      Ray Gun is a very popular trail. There have been 2,312 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 2,831 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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