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ST. GEORGE — The opportunity to explore East Zion's wilderness has expanded with the completion of phase two of the Applecross Mountain Bike Trail. The trailhead is tucked between the pinons, pines and junipers a quarter-mile onto North Fork County Road in Orderville.
The Zion National Park Forever Project, in partnership with the Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation and local businesses, announced the finalization of the second part of the new mountain bike trail system. The milestone is a part of the three-phase project to enhance recreational opportunities in the area.
"This project is a testament to what we can achieve through collaboration and community support," Natalie Britt, president and CEO of the Zion Forever Project, emailed St. George News. "We are thrilled to see Phase II come to life and look forward to continuing our work with our partners on Phase III. These trails offer incredible recreational opportunities, support the economy, and promote sustainable tourism."
Almost 25 miles of new mountain bike trail to come near Zion's east entrance after $500K Utah grant
The Utah Outdoor Recreation Office has issued $500,000 for 25 miles of new mountain bike trail Near Zion National Park's east entrance. It's the latest in future trails coming near that entrance — and there's plenty more on the way.On Tuesday, a ribbon cutting was held near 1 N. Fork County Road, in Orderville, to celebrate the completion of phase two. A pin of the trailhead's location can be found here. Among those in attendance were professional mountain bikers Tyler McCaul and Jaxson Riddle, state and county dignitaries, riders from Get Outside, and the Hurricane and Kanab Mountain bike teams.
