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Dowd Mountain Trail

Basics
Location:
Manila, Utah
Length:
11 mile loop
Difficulty:
Beginner
Time To Allow:
3.5 hours
Elevation Change:
800 feet

Description

The Dowd Mountain Trail was designed with mountain bikers in mind. It begins at Hwy 44 at the turnoff to the Dowd Mountain Overlook. The single track trail parallels the dirt road to a sensational overlook of the gorge. Along the way are nice views of the Uinta Mountains.

Details

Location:
Manila, Utah
Length:
11 mile loop
Difficulty:
Beginner
Time To Allow:
3.5 hours
Some say 1 to 2 hours.
Elevation Change:
800 feet
Some say 600''
Additional Details:
The Dowd Mountain Trail begins on the high plateau of the Uintah Mountains of northeast Utah. The trail passes through longleaf pine and juniper. There''s very little elevation gain, and the trail is OK for strong novice riders. The trail is half singletrack and half double-track. If a rider gets tired, there''s a "bailout" graded road back from the midway lookout point.

The midpoint of the trail is this impressive view over Flaming Gorge. This 11-mile loop trail is well marked with blue diamonds on posts and trees.

Map + Directions

Basic Directions
On Utah Highway 44, look for the Dowd Springs and Dowd Mountain Road signs about 14 miles south of Manila on the west side of Flaming Gorge reservoir. The trail starts at the graded road across the highway from the parking area. Just past the cattle guard, watch for the blue diamond marker as the singletrack leaves the road.

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