Maze District Bikepacking in Canyonlands, Utah | Flint Trail to Maze Overlook Mountain Biking Ride

Winter Solstice bikepacking down the Flint Trail to the Maze Overlook in Canyonlands National Park. This is a truly remote and demanding ride that delivers some of the most awe-inspiring and isolated canyon country views anywhere in the Southwest.

The route begins with the rugged descent of the Flint Trail, a historic 4x4 road carved into the cliffs, dropping dramatically from the mesa toward the heart of The Maze. As you lose elevation, the landscape opens into a vast expanse of mesas, fins, and deep-cut canyons, with the Orange Cliffs towering above and layers of sandstone stretching to the horizon. Every mile feels earned, with rough terrain and a profound sense of remoteness that defines this legendary backcountry zone.

If you’re exploring Canyonlands by mountain bike, the ride from Happy Canyon to the Maze Overlook is an unforgettable experience for riders seeking true wilderness, big consequences, and unmatched scenery. This is desert bikepacking at its rawest: quiet, committing, and absolutely unforgettable. I saw nobody else for four days so be sure to bring everything you will need for a safe trip.

Trail Info:
Location: Starts and ends at Flint Trail Overlook
Trails: Flint Trail, Queen Annes Bottom Road, Maze Overlook
Style: Jeep roads and doubletrack
Highlights: Beautiful views, frequent overlooks, desert solitude
Bicycle: Nukeproof Scout 290

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