The Arapeen OHV Trail System is located in south central Utah in the Manti-La Sal National
Forest. Over 350 miles of ATV and 4X4 routes are included in the system. The backbone
of the system is the scenic South Skyline Drive which is a rugged 4X4 experience for most of
its 58-mile length from Utah Highway 31 on the north to the Fishlake National Forest boundary
on the south.
Access to the western side of the trail system occurs from Sanpete Valley and US Highway
89. Principal access points include 4X4 route #4 in Spring City Canyon, ATV route #3 in
Manti Canyon, and ATV route #2 in Twelve Mile Canyon east of Mayfield.
Access to the eastern side occurs from the communities of Castle Dale and Ferron which are
located along Utah Highway 10. Principal access points include ATV route #5 west of Joes
Valley Reservoir, ATV route #62 from Ferron Canyon, and 4X4 route #7 also located in Ferron
Canyon.
ATV routes shown on the Arapeen Trail System map (in green) include sections passable only
by ATV’s (vehicles 52” or less in width) along with other sections where ATV’s share the use
of Forest roads. ATV routes are also shared by horses, mountain bikes, and hikers so please
watch out for other outdoor enthusiasts.
4X4 routes shown on the Arapeen Trail System map (in purple) include sections passable only
by high clearance four wheel drives along with other sections that may be graded or graveled
roads shared with standard passenger cars. 4X4 routes are also shared by ATV’s.
Other Forest roads shown on the Arapeen Trail System map (in black) are open to ATV and 4X4
travel but these are generally dead end routes with no opportunity for a loop experience.
All travel on the Forest is restricted to designated roads and trails.
The trail system is generally open beginning late-May although trails to high elevation areas
may not be accessible until July 1st. Winter snows generally close most trails to use
by early November. Individual trails are also periodically closed to protect wildlife
on winter range, movement of cattle on and off the Forest, or for maintenance and reconstruction
activities.
These trails are being developed and maintained for your use and enjoyment through a cooperative
effort by the Manti-La Sal National Forest, Utah State Parks and Recreation, Arapeen Trail Council,
Goodwill Riders, and many local volunteers. Please recognize that it is a privilege to
use this trail system. Familiarize yourself with the signing protocol, ride within your
abilities, leave the land better than you found it, and be safe!
Arapeen Trail Map Full Sized
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