Paiute ATV Trail: Utah's 900-Mile Off-Road Epic (Complete Guide)

If bucket-list ATV riding is what you're after, the Paiute ATV Trail System is at the top of every serious rider's list. Located in south-central Utah, this 900+ mile trail network winds through six counties, multiple mountain ranges, and passes through small Western towns where you can refuel, eat, and rest. It's the kind of trail system where you can spend a week and still not see it all.

Where Is the Paiute Trail?

The Paiute Trail is centered in south-central Utah, with the primary loop roughly connecting Richfield, Fillmore, Salina, and dozens of smaller communities.

• From Lehi: ~2.5 hours south via I-15
• Main entry point: Fremont Indian State Park (I-70, Exit 17)
• Passes through: Sevier, Piute, Wayne, Millard counties
• Elevation range: 5,000–11,500 ft

Trail System Overview

• Main loop: ~245 miles of marked trail
• Total network: 900+ miles including side trails
• Designated trail heads in most gateway towns
• Well-signed and mapped — great for first-timers
• Multi-use: ATVs, UTVs, dirt bikes, snowmobiles (seasonal)

Iconic Sections to Ride

• Fish Lake Loop — high-alpine lake with stunning vistas
• Skyline Drive connection — panoramic mountain ridge
• Tasha Valley — sweeping high desert and canyon views
• Monroe Mountain — wildflowers and elk country at 11,000 ft

Best Season

• Summer (June–September): Full access, best conditions
• Early Fall: Cooler temps, changing aspens
• Spring is limited — high sections stay closed through late June

Planning Your Trip

• Download the official Paiute Trail map (free at paiutetrail.com)
• Plan fuel stops in Richfield, Fillmore, Loa, Koosharem
• Reserve lodging or camping in Richfield or Salina for basecamp
• Ride 3–7 days for the full loop experience