Arapeen OHV Trail System: Utah's Best Multi-Day ATV & UTV Adventure
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Trail Guide March 17, 2026 6 min read

Arapeen OHV Trail System: Utah's Best Multi-Day ATV & UTV Adventure

~120 miles from Lehi (~2 hours)
Difficulty:Intermediate
Vehicles:ATVs, SxS, Dirt Bikes

The Arapeen OHV Trail System in the Manti-La Sal National Forest is one of the most expansive and scenic off-road networks in the western United States. Spreading across 350,000 acres with 600+ miles of UTV-friendly trail, Arapeen is Utah's bucket-list destination for riders who want more than just a day ride.

Getting There

Main trailhead at the Highway 31 staging area near Fairview, UT. Head south on I-15 to Spanish Fork, then take US-6 east to UT-116, connecting to UT-31 toward Fairview Canyon.

GPS staging area: 39.6264°N, 111.4396°W. Multiple access points exist from Sanpete and Emery Counties.

Trail Network Overview

  • 600+ miles of marked OHV trail
  • Spans from 6,000 to 11,000+ ft elevation
  • Passes through Fairview, Ephraim, Manti, and Mayfield
  • Connects to towns for fuel and resupply
  • Multi-day loop options — 1 to 5+ day itineraries available

Highlights & Best Sections

  • Skyline Drive connector — panoramic ridge views
  • Arapeen Valley — open meadows and aspen groves
  • Ephraim Canyon — forested descent with creek crossings
  • Gooseberry Road — wide-open high-country riding

Download the Manti-La Sal National Forest OHV map before you go — it's detailed and accurate.

Best Season

  • Summer (June–August): Full trail access, wildflowers
  • Fall (September–October): Peak aspen color, cooler riding
  • Avoid spring: Trails are muddy and many are closed until late June
  • Avoid winter: High elevation means snow from October through June

Camping & Amenities

  • Multiple developed campgrounds throughout the trail system
  • Dispersed camping allowed in National Forest areas
  • Fuel available in Fairview, Ephraim, and Manti
  • Cell service limited in most trail areas — plan accordingly

Ride between towns to get a true multi-day adventure — Fairview to Manti is a spectacular loop day.

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