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Amasa ATV
Trail
By Utah
Outdoor Activities
The Amasa ATV trail
is located approx 51 miles west of Delta Utah. This trail
offers riders 33 miles of desert and mountainous terrain ranging
from easy to most difficult. Old mines and mining relics can
viewed along its route. The trail borders the Notch Peak
Wilderness Study Area with Notch Peak in plain site. Notch
Peak is a 3,000 foot sheer cliff made of limestone and is hailed by
many as the second tallest cliff face in America, second only to El
Capitan in Yosemite National Park. The peak towers 9,725 feet
above the desert valley which has an elevation of about 5,000 ft.
The lower portions of the trail offers that desert beauty, which by
many is desolate and not very attractive. However Utah's west
desert offers its own beauty if your willing to look around.
Miller Canyon is just one of these
locations that appears from a distance just as many of Utah's west
desert mountain ranges, not much vegetation, dry and very rocky.
However a trip up this canyon you will be rewarded with beautiful
views of limestone cliffs, bristle cone pines, aspen trees and large
red rock boulders.
Another highlight of this trail is the
Sink Hole.
This 90 foot deep sink hole is thought to have been craved by
an ancient river that washed away the earth below until in finally
collapsed in upon itself. Today the Amasa ATV trail takes you
right to the fence that surrounds this large hole to protect from
wondering cattle and unsuspecting people as well.
Spring time is great time to get out a ride this trail system. You
can enjoy Utah's desert beauty as well as getting the opportunity to
enjoy Utah's desert wildlife. When visiting this area be sure
to carry plenty of water, gas, first aid kit, spare tire, tire
repair kits, tools and other items as this area is very remote with
Delta being the closest town for miles.
Driving Directions:
From Delta travel approx 44.2 miles on Highway 6-50 to an dirt road
marked with an old sign saying "Scenic Byway Loop Rd 6-50".
Travel North on this road for approx 4.3 miles to the Miller Canyon
sign. Travel west towards miller canyon and you will drive
right by the staging area marked with the sign pictured above.
The roads are well graded and even cars will have no problem. As
always be prepared for the weather.
Amasa ATV Trail Map
Nearby Hotel Accommodations
Best Western Motor Inn Delta Utah
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