Sheer exhilaration! If you don't yet believe in the magic of the Rockies, come see what they have to offer. Riding at the base of Blue Mountain, and on the crest of the Yampa River Gorge, you'll discover a high that will take you one step closer to becoming a believer. This 2.5-day trip provides you with a rejuvenating escape from the confusion of urban-ville, to the solitude of Dinosaur National Monument. An ideal, quick getaway.
Tour Details
Duration
3 Days/2 Nights
Location
Dinosaur National Monument
Season
June
Tour Type
Mountain Biking
Nearest City
Vernal, UT
Physical Condition Required
Fair
Destination(s)
Colorado, United States Utah, United States
Distance Traveled
50 Miles
Minimum Age Limit
12 Years
Skill Levels Accommodated
Beginner - Intermediate
Grouped by Level
No
Fully Guided
Yes
Guest Capacity
6-13
Support Vans
Yes
Bike Rentals Available
Yes
Bike Brands
Specialized Full Suspension - rentals available at $90 for the whole trip.
Accommodations
Camping
Transportation To Start Site
Yes, from the meeting point
Dining
All meals provided starting with lunch the first day through lunch the last day. Holiday Expeditions can accommodate vegetarian diets and guests with allergies.
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Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Mountain Biking Meet group at Holiday Expeditions headquarters in Vernal, Utah. A 1-1/2 hour van ride takes you to Iron Springs overlook for a magnificent view of things to come. Time to fill your water bottle and adjust your bike seat for one of the most spectacular downhill glides on the Colorado Plateau. Seven miles and 2,000 vertical feet later, you will have made the descent from the high plateau through Sand Canyon to the Yampa Bench. Riding along the mostly level bench takes you past breathtaking overlooks where you can view the Yampa River 1,000 feet below. You will camp near Johnson Canyon where a short hike reveals an area noted for its rare plants.
Day 2: Bear Valley Day two will be your most ambitious day of biking (20-25 miles). A morning roller coaster ride takes you past the old Baker homestead, beyond Haystack Rock to the beginning of your climb over Blue Mountain's Ridge tops. Two miles and 700 vertical feet of pedaling deliver you into Bear Valley where you’ll receive your reprieve; several miles of smooth sailing. You will camp this evening at the head of Disappointment Draw with distant views of the Yampa Valley.
Day 3: Deerlodge Park This day begins with a short morning ride before hiking down disappointment draw to where your vans will be waiting. Arrival back in Vernal is approximately 1:00pm.
This Package Includes
Full course meals starting with lunch the first day ending with lunch the last day.
Transportation to and from the meeting point.
Qualified guides.
Necessary equipment such as lifejackets, waterproof bags, support van, etc.
Notes
The Yampa Bench bike route follows a graded dirt road for most of the trip with a few steep down hills, and one extended uphill segment. This dirt road has steep gradients, loose rocks, sand, and ruts. Riders, who have no previous off-road bicycling experience, should be experienced road cyclists with good athletic ability. All riders should prepare for the trip by riding their bike on a regular basis prior to the trip.
Reservation Policy
A deposit is required within five days of making a reservation; balance is due 60 days before your trip begins.
Cancellation Policy
If cancellations are made prior to 90 days before the trip, monies will be refunded less a $50.00 service charge per person. If cancellations are made within 90 days and outside of 45 days of the trip date monies will be refunded less a $100.00 service charge per person. Cancellations made within 45 days of the trip date are non refundable. Prior to 45 days to the trip date, Holiday Expeditions will transfer reservations to another trip in the same year with a $25.00 service charge per person.
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