fritzrips

[fritzrips]

A remote, seldom visited area between Price and Green River, just outside of the defunct town of Woodside. A 21 mile out and back ride with a 30 minute hike to the summit of Mt. Elliot in the Book Cliffs.

Drive to Woodside, then go east on the gravel road along the Price River for about 6 miles, or until the road is blocked by boulders.


2.7 miles along the Price River on a fun ATV track.




Cross the Price River.


And start busting your ass the remaining 7 miles and 2,500 feet up.






After about four switchbacks you climb out of the Price River canyon and onto a nice plateau with easy riding.




Then more switchbacks.






After about 9.5 miles you crest a hill and get a good look at Mt. Elliot on the left. Coast down for .5 miles then get off the bike and hike/scramble up it.


The views from the top offer a good perspective on the La Sals, Henry's, and the San Rafael Swell.


Then it's more or less a coast back home.


And you remember all the loose, sandy choss of the last three miles on the bike.


That's the road down there, a thing of aesthetic perfection in the eyes of the moto world.


Fun on a bike too.




Dats kinda purty and stuff.


17.2 miles down, Bart's ready for a dip in the river.




Amazing place with unreal views and scenery. A ride well worth doing if you like to avoid the crowds of Moab, Slickrock, and the sheep that flock there.