Summary:
Hawk's Glide, a new intermediate mountain biking trail in Moab, Utah, connects the popular Eagle Eye and Falcon Flow trails, offering a thrilling and accessible experience for riders. The trail boasts a variety of terrain, technical challenges, and stunning views. It is part of the Raptor Route, which aims to provide close-to-town, moderate trails for mountain bikers of varying skill levels.
Category: Trails
Nestled in the scenic Sand Flats Recreation Area in Moab, Utah, Hawk's Glide is the latest addition to the Raptor Route, connecting the popular Eagle Eye and Falcon Flow trails. Designed to cater to intermediate riders, Hawk's Glide is set to become a favorite among mountain biking enthusiasts seeking a thrilling and accessible experience.
Boasting a variety of terrain and technicality, Hawk's Glide offers 2 miles of exhilarating riding with 700 vertical feet of descending. With stunning views along the way, it's not just about the ride but also the breathtaking scenery surrounding it. The trail showcases a perfect blend of softer soils, occasional rough sections, and impressive rock work, providing riders with a diverse and challenging experience.
The Raptor Route, once completed, will feature four segments designed to provide close-to-town, moderate trails for mountain bikers of varying skill levels. (The final segment, Kestrel Run, which is planned to link Falcon Flow to Campground F within the Sand Flats Recreation Area, is presently under evaluation by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM).) Its purpose is to offer an alternative and equally attractive route to ending the challenging Whole Enchilada, a 34-mile ride, while creating a more moderate and scenic route with additional exit points.
Hawk's Glide is recommended as a downhill route, allowing riders to start from the Eagle Eye trail and head towards Falcon Flow. The trail's bottom 800 feet offers more advanced sections, testing the skills of experienced riders and providing an exciting challenge. As riders traverse the ridgeline between Sand Flats Road and the Porcupine Rim Classic trail, they'll be treated to thrilling turns before rolling into the Porcupine Rim Classic parking area.
In conclusion, Hawk's Glide is set to become a must-ride trail for mountain biking enthusiasts visiting Moab, and Hazard County Shuttle provides mountain bike shuttle service to all segments of Raptor Route. With its diverse terrain, stunning views, and proximity to town, it offers a thrilling and accessible adventure for riders seeking to explore the Raptor Route. Keep an eye out for the completion of the Raptor Route, which promises to provide even more exciting riding options in the beautiful Moab region.
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Hazard County Shuttle is the only shuttle company in Moab that offers mountain bike trailhead departures for Mag-7, Porcupine Rim Classic, Raptor Route, and the Whole Enchilada Lower Section.
Contributing since February 17th, 2022.