Off-road or Mountain Bike Elephant Hill Road, Canyonlands National Park, Utah

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One of the most technical four-wheel-drive roads in Utah, Elephant Hill presents drivers and mountain bikers with steep grades, loose rock, stair-step drops, tight turns and tricky backing. Once over the hill, equally challenging roads lead to various features as well as BLM lands south of the park. No water is available at the campsites, but vault toilets are provided at all camping areas except New Bates Wilson. Groups camping at New Bates Wilson must bring their own toilet. Permits: You must have a day-use permit for all single day trips onElephant Hill, Salt Creek (Peekaboo)/Horse Canyon, and Lavender Canyon roads. You must have an overnight permit for all overnight trips in the backcountry. In spring and fall, demand for overnight permits frequently exceeds the number available. If you plan to visit Canyonlands during peak season, we recommend that you make reservations well in advance. The Needles in Canyonlands National Park has about 50 miles of challenging backcountry roads lead to campsites, trailheads and many natural and cultural features. All of these roads require high-clearance, four-wheel-drive vehicles. Inexperienced drivers are discouraged from attempting these roads as the risk of vehicle damage is great and towing expenses typically exceed $1,000. Campsites: Each campsite will accommodate up to 10 people and 3 vehicles. Trailers and motorcycles are considered vehicles for these group size limits. Vault toilets are provided, except at New Bates Wilson where groups must provide their own. Devils Kitchen Campsite, 2 hours from visitor center, 4 sites New Bates Wilson Campsite, 2.5 hours from visitor center, 1 sites Bobby Jo Campsite, 3 hours from visitor center, 2 sites Horsehoof Campsite, 3 hours from visitor center, 1 sites If you plan to explore Needles' four-wheel-drive roads, please remember the following: A high-clearance, four-wheel-drive vehicle (low range) is requiredfor all Needles district backcountry roads. All vehicles and bikes must remain on designated roads. ATVs, UTVs, and OHVs are not permitted. Motorbikes must be highway-legal. Pets are not permitted, even in vehicles. All vehicles must be registered and operated by a licensed driver. Roads may close intermittently due to poor driving conditions or weather. More... Permits are required for all overnight trips in the backcountry. During the spring and fall, demand for permits frequently exceeds the number available. If you plan to visit Canyonlands during peak season, it is recommended that you make reservations well in advance.

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