Virgin River Gorge Trails - Mt Carmel Junction

 I almost don't want to post this one as I want to keep it all to myself.

If you have an atv or bike and want to see some amazing scenery in southern Utah this is it!
If you have your own atv enjoy and keep it beautiful, if you don't - there are outfitters that can take you on day trips out of St George area.

Ready to head out and on the trail

Directions: Mt. Carmel Junction on hi-way 89South, just south of Mt Carmel there are some roads off to the right and the trails just go all over, crossing the Virgin River multiple times offering sandy trails, river crossing, slot canyons, desert trails through cedars, panoramic views etc.

Duration: hours to days if you want

Difficulty: easy to difficult

views from the camp both looking out and having breakfast. the little guy is a Jerusalem Cricket

There is a little practice race track right off the road (great for kids learning to handle a machine) as well as primitive camping for tents or trailers.

Special Considerations: Respect the area and signs posted. Keep the area clean.
Bring all the necessary stuff for a day trip remembering you will probably get wet, possibly be cold, windy, very hot and sunny, dry. You may need first aid, winches, shovel to dig out, binoculars to watch birds, mountain goats, other wildlife, camera's, maps, gps, etc.

This trail ends up at Coral Pink Sand Dunes, for which you would need to have a flag to ride and pay the fee. Great Maps are available for a small fee at the ranger station.
The locals are friendly and helpful. Thunderbird Lodge is right up the street should you n eed anything or if you want to stay at a hotel or even hit a round of Golf. Good food at both restaurant choices.