Mountain Biking on the Gooseberry Mesa Trail

57hours is committed to providing safe outdoor adventure experiences. We require all guides using our platform to have a COVID-19 safety plan and to make the details of that plan accessible to travelers. In most cases, group sizes will be reduced, guides will avoid overcrowded locations, and other safety measures will be met depending on the location and activity.

We also expect clients to respect local regulations and take measures to protect themselves, guides and the communities they’re travelling to. For more information on COVID-19 measures in St. George, please refer to the official Government of Utah website.

Please contact us if you have any questions or require further information. We are happy to provide you with the most up-to-date information!

This is what you get on a one-day adventure:

• • An experienced MTB guide with extensive local knowledge of the area
  • Transportation from your accommodation to and from the trail

What is not included:

• • Transportation to St. George or Hurricane
  • Accommodation
  • Meals and snacks (can be provided by the guide for an additional fee)
  • Mountain bike rentals

Mountain bike rentals are available for an added fee from $50 from your guide.

You will need to be able to bike between three and seven hours, depending on the itinerary you choose. The terrain around Hurricane and St. George is various and accommodates all technical skill levels. For those more advanced, the loose, steep singletracks are one of its strongest selling points. There are plenty of trails suitable for beginners and family getaways, while there are also trails that even the most experienced among the group will find challenging. Keep in mind — opting for the full day option means more biking, which is strenuous even if you stay on beginner level trails.

As long as you pedal on two wheels, you can book this adventure. A guide will explain the different mountain bike techniques and body positions to get you feeling comfortable on the trial. You will progress at a level that is consistent with your comfort. Once you finally get the hang of trail riding, you will only want more!

You’ll need:

• • Wear comfortable riding or athletic clothing, preferably moisture-wicking or synthetic material
  • Sneakers or sport shoes
  • Breathable outside layer or jacket
  • Sunglasses
  • Plenty of water, water bottle or hydration bladder
  • Daypack with snacks
  • Biking gloves are optional but recommended
  • Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.)

Wear comfortable riding or athletic clothing, preferably moisture wicking or synthetic material. Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Make sure to take plenty of water as there is no drinking water available on the mesa.

Group sizes and prices:

• • For these private adventures, the maximum client to guide ratio is 6:1.
  • The cost per person decreases as the group grows, so it’s the perfect opportunity to go mountain biking with friends and family.

Mountain biking on Gooseberry Mesa, St. George, can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

Min. age requirements:

• • Anyone over the age of 18 is welcome to book this course.
  • Children as young as 10 are able to go on trips with a legal guardian. That said, if you have a young rider strong enough to handle sustained climbs (either riding or walking their bike) of hundreds of feet, and rough terrain, then they may be able to participate on a case-by-case basis.

If your party has minors younger than 18 years old, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

There are several airport options for getting to Hurricane and St. George. Salt Lake City (SLC) is about a five-hour drive. Las Vegas (LAS) is much closer, being just over a two-hour drive, and St. George (SGU) has a regional airport. Regardless of which airport you choose, SLC or LAS, you can utilize the St. George Express shuttle service.

Once you and your guide agree on the details of your itinerary, your guide will determine the best place and time to meet. Usually the tour begins at the guide’s shop where you will get your bike. From there, you’ll head to your tour. The guide will choose the appropriate terrain dependent on conditions and ability of the group.