Cryptobiotic Trail

About Cryptobiotic Trail

Recommended Users: Mountain Bikers, Hikers. Singletrack trail. 3 miles in length. Difficulty: Moderate/Easiest. From the midway point on Goosebumps Trail, the Cryptobionic Trail makes a beeline downhill toward the Virgin River, winding for 3 miles through a series of flowing turns that are perfect for riders just developing their downhill skills. With a gradual drop in terrain, speeds are easily manageable and this trail is just pure fun. “Crypto” ends at the Virgin Dam Trailhead where riders can find a restroom, stone picnic tables, and the intersection with the rugged Rim Trail.Mountain Biking Loop: Numerous looping opportunities are available.

How to Get There

Virgin Dam Trailhead—From Interstate 15 Exit 16, head east on State Route 9 to Hurricane City for 9.5 miles. Turn right on Main Street. Take the first left onto State Route 59 and at 3.1 miles turn left on the gravel road (marked by a very large gravel turnout on the shoulder of SR 59). Travel 1.9 miles and turn left. At 0.2 miles turn right. Continue for another 1.3 miles the trailhead. Jem Trailhead—From Main Street in Hurricane City, take the first left onto State Route 59. At 5.0 miles turn left on to the gravel road. Travel 0.25 miles to the trailhead. (To reach Cryptobionic Trail from this trailhead check the Area Trails Map for options.) Alternative Parking Area—From Main Street in Hurricane City, take the first left onto State Route 59 and at 3.1 miles turn left on the gravel road (marked by a very large gravel turnout on the shoulder of SR 59). Travel 2 miles and park in the disturbed area on the right.

Plan Your Visit to Cryptobiotic Trail

Heading to Cryptobiotic Trail? A few things to know before you go:

• Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
• Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
• Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
• Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
• Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

References & Official Resources

• Official Recreation.gov page
• View on OpenStreetMap
• Driving directions (Google Maps)