If your children love to ride but are not up to the demands of this particular trail, there are plenty of other great rides to try. The U.S. Bureau of Land Management's public lands have marked trails and dirt roads. Be sure to stay on roads, trails, slick rock, or sand, as the fragile desert environment takes a beating from bike tires; it can take several years to recover. There are helpful mountain biking maps and books available at local bike shops and bookshops in Moab.
Spring and fall are the best times to ride in Moab, as this high desert location gets very hot in the summer. Bring plenty of water whenever you go. Several outfitters rent mountain bikes, or you can bring your own; shuttle services are available to take you to the top of a trailhead or pick you up at the bottom. Try Poison Spider Bicycles (497 North Main Street, Moab, 800—635—1792, 801—259—7882); rentals start at $28 per day, which includes a helmet, a rear rack, two water bottle cages, and complimentary water bottle. This shop also repairs bikes, stocks accessories and parts, and can recommend a shuttle service to suit your needs. Shuttles will take you to your beginning point and then will drive your car to your final destination. The cost depends on how far you go. Day-long trips cost about $30, two-day trips $60.
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