Easy–Moderate · 1.5–2.5 hours
J.E.M. Trail
The fast and fun desert cruiser. Flowing singletrack along Virgin River cliffs, optional 100-ft JEM Drop.
On Two Wheels
Hurricane Rim Loop (IMBA Epic)
An IMBA Epic that strings JEM, Goulds Rim, and Hurricane Rim into a cliff-edge ride with relentless Zion views.
Photo: BLM Utah / Leslie Kehmeier · Public Domain
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Duration
- 3–4 hours
- From the lodge
- ~25 min
- Type
- MTB · cliff-edge XC
The Hurricane Rim Loop is the master class. An IMBA Epic — the International Mountain Bicycling Association's recognition for trails that combine technical terrain, scenic value, and sustained challenge — that links JEM, Goulds Rim, and Hurricane Rim into a 16+ mile loop along the cliff edge above the Virgin River.
This is an intermediate-to-advanced full-day ride. The terrain is technical-chunky for sustained sections (more so than JEM alone), and the cliff exposure is real — Hurricane Rim drops 1,000 feet straight down to the river in places. But the views are unrelenting: Zion to the north, Pine Valley peaks to the west, the Hurricane Cliffs below. Most riders run the loop counterclockwise (JEM out, rim back).
For riders comfortable on JEM, this is the natural next step. For first-timers in the area, save it for day 2 or 3 — JEM and Wire Mesa first to dial in fitness and bike setup.
Before you go
- Cliff exposure on Hurricane Rim — not for nervous riders or those new to MTB
- Carry 3L+ water — it's a long day with limited shade
- Check IMBA / MTB Project for current trail conditions before heading out
Pair it with
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Gooseberry Mesa — The Big Loop
The full circumnavigation. 12–14 miles of slickrock domes, drop-ins, and the famous Hidden Canyon overlook.
Easy–Moderate · 1.5–2.5 hours
Wire Mesa Loop
7.4 miles of panoramic slickrock with Zion across the valley. The closest trail to your front door.
Ready for your hurricane rim loop (imba epic) day?
Book your cabin and discover the area at your own pace. The trails start at the door.