Hurricane Cliffs in Southern Utah

The Hurricane Cliffs cover 200 miles along the western edge of the Colorado Plateau, from the Grand Canyon in Arizona all the way beyond Cedar City, Utah, crossing the northwest section of Zion National Park. Where the Hurricane Cliffs cover southern Utah, a great trail system allows visitors to bike through the natural beauty of the area.

The Hurricane Cliffs extend over a very large area, entering the southern Utah landscape at Zion National Park, at which point Taylor Creek cuts into the rocks of the cliffs, creating deep ravines, carved out of beautiful red Navajo sandstone. This produces an amazing backdrop for a trail excursion.

If you love nature trails, the Hurricane Cliffs system of trails offer a great biking experience. There are three main trails: Goulds Rim Trail, JEM Trail, and the Hurricane Rim Trail. All three trails together make up a 20 mile loop, the majority of which consists of singletrack.

The Goulds Rim section of the loop is fairly easy, climbing gradually upward. The views are absolutely fantastic, making the whole trip worth any effort you may have to exert along the way. The final part of Goulds has more twists and turns, for a very interesting ride.

The Hurricane Rim Trail, however, is the best of the three. With some of the most picturesque sights you can imagine, including a stunning view of the Virgin River below the trail, this trail is perfect if you're looking for a unique biking experience.

If you just want to visit the cliffs, from the town of Hurricane, Utah take Highway 59 to climb the Hurricane Cliffs. Close to the top you can pull out and enjoy the view of Hurricane and La Verkin.