Bryce & Zion Biking
- Jaw-dropping Cedar Breaks National Monument, a lesser-known red-rock gem
- Rides past whimsically shaped rock formations and Navajo sandstone cliffs
- Hike amid the hoodoos and spires of Queen's Garden in Bryce
- Spin past intriguing Checkerboard Mesa, sculpted and etched by weathering and erosion
- Angels Landing, with views of Zion's soaring rock faces and yawning canyon abyss
Inspiration and Adrenaline in Utah's Red-Rock Canyons
Riders love a challenge. Long climbs. Rugged descents. Switchbacks. And with every worthwhile challenge comes a reward. Yours will be paid in the form of breathtaking canyons, incredible rock formations and a whole lot of downhill. See the setting sun change the landscape before your eyes. Marvel at how wind and water can produce such strange, beautiful places. But most of all, just enjoy it. The long rides, warm dry air, brilliant sun and staggering natural grandeur around every corner. And when you return home, the challenge becomes finding routes that can live up to these.
Days 1-2 Awe-inspiring Cedar Breaks National Monument, a lesser-known red-rock gem with stone towers, canyons, columns and arches 
After descending into meadows encircled by quaking aspen and ponderosa pine, spin across the high desert to Bryce Canyon, where visibility on a clear day exceeds 100 miles.
Day 3 The whimsically shaped hoodoos and spires of Bryce Canyon Explore the otherworldly wonderland of the park on such aptly named trails as Sunrise, Inspiration and Queen's Garden Grab your camera and a seat on the canyon rim to watch the sun set - the dance of light and color over the mystical monoliths makes for an unforgettable performance.
Day 4 Ride past extraordinary rock formations, sculpted and etched by weathering and erosion The route to Zion National Park begins along a bike path through Red Canyon, brimming with crimson-colored pinnacles, spires and hoodoos Approaching Mount Carmel, watch for the impressive white-sandstone Elkhart Cliffs.
Days 5-6 Angels Landing, with views of Zion's soaring rock faces and yawning canyon abyss - at nearly 2,000 feet above the valley, it's quite a climb! The exhilarating river hike through the Narrows, where waterfalls and hanging gardens cascade down the gorge walls, is not to be missed Take in the red and pink cliffs from the saddle as you bike along the car-free Zion Canyon Scenic Drive.
Guests Reviews About This Trip
What can I say?!?! This trip was the BEST!! It was awesome, amazing, seamlessly run, super challenging, and all around unbelievable. Every time I sign up for another Backroads trip (this was my 4th) I question how one trip can outdo my previous trip and once again, it happened. Time to start planning my next trip!- New York, NY
We love Backroads trips. We love the relaxation of being well taken care of and not having to make many decisions and we have the confidence that every day will be enjoyable.- New York, NY
Casual Inns
Cedar Breaks Lodge
Brian Head (1 night) A mountainside hotel with views of pristine alpine forests and flower-filled meadows. (pool, spa)
The Lodge at Bryce Canyon
Bryce Canyon National Park (2 nights) Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this simple park lodge is mere steps from the canyon’s edge.
Desert Pearl Inn
Zion National Park (2 nights) Guest rooms at this welcoming riverside lodge have balconies overlooking the stunning cliffs of Zion. (pool)
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This Trip Is Rated Level 2-4
Routes For All Abilities
Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of
interests and fitness levels. We know your pace may vary from one
day to the next-and your traveling companion's may differ somewhat
from yours. So we present a range of mileage options, and each
day you decide exactly what and how much you want to do.
| Activity Level | Average Time | Road Bike Average | Mountain Bike Average* | Walk & Hike Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | 2-3 hours | 10-20 miles | 10-15 miles | 2-5 miles |
| Level 2 | 2-4 hours | 21-30 miles | 16-20 miles | 5-7 miles |
| Level 3 | 3-5 hours | 31-40 miles | 21-25 miles | 7-9 miles |
| Level 4 | 4-6 hours | 41-55 miles | 26-30 miles | 9-11 miles |
| Level 5 | 5-7+ hours | 56-75+ miles | 31+ miles | 11-13+ miles |
*Mountain bikes are used in locations where the best riding is on a combination of dirt and paved roads. View trip locations
Daily Mileage Options & Cumulative Elevation Gain
Day 1
- Level 1 1 Route Option Available
- 9 miles
- 100 feet elevation gain
Day 2
- Levels 3 to 5 3 Route Options Available
- 37, 45, 64 miles
- 1000 - 2200 feet elevation gain
Day 3
- Level 1 to 3 2 Route Options Available
- 16, 32 miles
- 750 - 2150 feet elevation gain
- Optional Hiking 3.4, 7.2 miles
- 500 - 1800 feet elevation gain
Day 4
- Levels 2 to 5 3 Route Options Available
- 24, 42, 86 miles
- 300 -1600 feet elevation gain
Day 5
- Levels 2 to 4 2 Route Options Available
- 26, 52 miles
- 100 - 2800 elevation gain
- Optional Hiking 2, 4, 4.2, 5, 8.2 miles
- 20 - 2200 feet elevation gain
Day 6
- Level 1 1 Route Option Available
- 19 miles
- 500 feet elevation gain
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