north fruita desert

Great trails to introduce a beginner mtn biker to. Has some harder trails to push myself. Optimal on a 27.5 or 29er.

My family likes to camp and bike here. It is a haven for single track bikers. Many trails that stay low or climb high. The children love this place as well. My 3 yr old grandson Logan can even do trails on his strider! Camping is simple and I appreciated the quiet nights and the brilliant night stars. Hiking is nice too. Just remember to give bikers their space on the trails. Scenery is high desert with a beautiful mountain back drop. Close to Fruita for supplies or dining out.

The 18 Rd/North Fruita Desert SMRA provides a zillion miles and acres of perfect off road bicycling trails at all levels. There's plenty of primitive camping space as this is BLM, but there's also a nice, RV capable campground."The North Fruita Desert Special Recreation Management Area includes 72,000 acres and 250 miles of designated recreation routes. Much of the area is desert valley floor with washes and sharp ridges. At the north end of the area lie the Book Cliffs, one of the longest, continuous geological features in the world. With close proximity to Fruita and Grand Junction, this area is popular for many types of recreation. North Fruita Desert includes an open off-highway vehicle area, an extensive mountain bike trail system, designated OHV routes and a developed campground. Visitation peaks during the spring and fall months.""Take Interstate 70 west to Fruita (exit 19). Turn right onto Cherry Street and take the first right onto Aspen Avenue. Go through the roundabout and continue on Aspen to Maple Street. Take a left on Maple Street and then travel north. The street will turn into 17.5 road. Take a right on N.3 Road and then a left on 18 Road. Travel approximately seven miles on 18 Road until you reach the North Fruita Desert Trails."