Distance
~6.5 mi
Time
2–5 hours
Difficulty
Difficult
One of Moab's most iconic and challenging slickrock trails. Steep sandstone fins, tilted rock faces, and the infamous Hell's Gate obstacle. Proven doable in a Cybertruck — but armor is strongly recommended.
Highlights
- •Steep slickrock "fins" — climbing sandstone ridges
- •Hell's Gate — famous narrow off-camber descent (bypass available)
- •Views of the Colorado River and La Sal Mountains
- •Dinosaur tracks visible along the trail
- •Crosses the famous Slickrock Bike Trail
Access & Permits
Sand Flats Recreation Area day pass: $5/vehicle
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Terrestrial Armor Recommended
The Tesla Cybertruck Terrestrial Armor kit is strongly recommended for this trail. This includes underbody skid plates and protection for critical components. Stock trucks can attempt with extreme caution and experienced spotters.
