From S 400 E, on the east side of Moab, take Mill Creek Drive east 0.5 mile. The road will come to a T. Turn right onto Fourth E Street. I skipped the main obstacles but did drive out to them to see them on foot. that's why we keep going back every year. Loved Hells gate. View your favorite zones in 3D. A lot of fun accents and decents. We encountered a crazy snow storm as we started hell's gate but luckily it didn't last long, Made for some great photos. It has a nameplate, so you will know which one is Mickeys Hot Tub. Thus we lowered the rating to a 4 to represent the easiest paths. Follow the painted yellow diamonds on the rock and drop down the other side of the slickrock dome at a 31-degree angle. Roam over the sandstone domes and slickrock ledges of Hell's Revenge near Moab on this off-road adventure by UTV (utility terrain vehicle). For the fourth of July, the trail's end is closed and the parking area at the end unavailable (depending on timing vs fireworks display) for a few days leading up to the 4th. The main route was totally clear from the recent snowfall, but there was some snow still on Hells Gate and Tip Over Challenge was completely covered. The Escalator will be on your right so stay to the left and bypass the escalator unless you want to try you hand at this difficult challenge. You also agree to the storing of cookies on It cost 5 dollars per vehicle. Devils Hot Tub looks like many people have gone into the tub, but you should not. 95 percent is slick rock and crosses over the Slick Rock dirt bike trail a couple times. Not much traffic on the trail during the week and we made good time. There's plenty of people around. Early in the spring, this spot may be filled with water too deep to get through. You can show up at a trail head and people will let you wheel with them if you want. Hell's Revenge, Utah : Off-Road Map, Guide, and Tips - onX Bikers have the right of way. When Dan Mick came to Moab in 1973, Hell's Revenge didn't have a name. Ok, now thats a fun trail. My wife was terrified so had to turn back:(. Experienced drivers only but man is it beautiful, amazing views and what Moab is all about. You will love the long stretches of Slickrock, and the rock ledges dont seem overly scary. The best way to see Hells Revenge is by bringing a jeep or OHV like a RZR or Can-Am and doing it yourself. Get over it, there are hundreds of miles of dessert, and there are only a few trails 4x4's are allowed on. Great views, great obstacles and all around adventure! After returning to Waypoint 21 and heading east, you begin traversing long stretches of continuous slickrock. A few buggies attempted the Hot Tubs without success. This 4x4 tour was amazing. This like most trails will be much easier. Conquering this obstacle is very technique sensitive and can easily cause vehicles to lie over onto their side. The entrance to Hell's Gate is 50 yards further ahead and well-marked. Made all the difference in the world, Difficulty Accuracy: Continue straight uphill at the cemetery on Sand Flats Road. Here is a video that shows many of the obstacles, but at 23.50, it starts the Staircase. Someone who was walking up there had fallen and broken their leg. The first clump of slickrock has high mounds and steep descents that lead to a second mound that does the same thing. TREX 4x4 Hell's Revenge Tour was awesome! His driving skills were safe and knowledgeable in the 7 ton hummer. Some people fail to spend two seconds to do any research on the trails. Traffic adds to the experience with all the visitors. Hell's Revenge OHV Trail. I would recommend going back to the main trail after the dragons tail. Shortly after the top, about .25 miles in, there is a trail on the left and that is the new exit lane if coming out of Hell's Revenge here for some reason. If you're nervous, focus on the black tracks in front of you. This new exit allows you to turn around at any point along the trail and return to the start. We have a little bit of previous experience with off-road vehicles and trails. Devils Hot Tub is on private property and should not be used. The most fun we had on a trail in Moab. This steep area is again only recommended if you are experienced otherwise have another rider take your machine down. Penalties for violations of trail use can include, among other things, forfeiture of vehicles. It is used for emergency vehicles but can be used. Ohand forget about the majority of us who experience, understand, and have gratitude for her (earths) miraculous powers of healing--- and awareness that without her we will all die.don't worry about us! If booking an excursion like this one or other sightseeing tours, are the park reservations made automatically or do you still need to make reservations for park access? ALL of the obstacles have extreme heights. Did the Car Was bath tub and was fun. She is our mother.YOUR mother. After you get up the hill, you will have a 2-way section of the trail. Please do visit the USA. Without limiting the above. Too bad you don't understand the symbiotic relationship we have with the earthtoo bad you can't just walk on her and lie on the rocks, or hear the beautiful sounds around you without engines. Hi Richard. Just remember the exit is a separate fin next to the entrance. Not sure why this route is in AllTrails. Hence, the moronic 1 Star reviews. Your vehicle can do way more than what you think. Although we did follow each other, the ride was exciting and we climbed rocks and went down steep hills. Order that book right now though. The iconic entrance sure didnt disappoint! But it was quickly recovered. Joshua Noesser grew up in Southern California but has lived in different parts of the country during his young adult life. We calibrate our rating with the notion that "4" is the highest rating that should be attempted by a stock 4X4 (stock tires . He timed our sunset perfectly. Both routes from the prior waypoint reconnect and continue toward the exit. I've been 4 wheeling a few times - loved it - but it was on farm tracks, I left no trace and didn't make a hobby from it. policy linked to above. Easter Jeep Safari. Pass the entrance to Lions Back Resort and continue on the well-maintained gravel road. It's a fun trail with a scary name. If you are not an experienced driver, I would recommend getting a guide or a Hells Revenge tour. Lions Back became famous years ago when a vehicle, lost its brakes and rolled down the hill, plunging 30 feet to the ground. Can be steep and off-camber. The bypass will be at your right and this area is also where you will find the new Staircase section. Not a bunch of fluff. Disrespectful cultures like this put me right off visiting the USA, It would be interesting to see the reaction of a 4x4 driver if someone left big black skid marks on their property. You will love taking this tour. For more information, please visit: Just after going through toll booth the Sand Flats Recreation Area, turn into parking lot on left. Hells Gate is not part of the Hells Revenge Loop. I have nothing against ATVs or off-road when they also leaves no damage - but the red sandstone of Moab and Southern Utah are very vulnerable. Weekday at the end of July and it was an absolute zoo with traffic. But one fun trail. I recommend Ultimate UTV Adventure. The beginning can be a little intimidating as it starts going up a slim trail of rock. This obstacle can easily lift a tire and sometimes may slide you sideways to the point of rolling. Pick a decent line and stick with it. Drop down twin, side by side, 30-degree hills. No, Hells Revenge is not in Arches National Park. also check out Strike Ravine as it is challenging but not difficult but fun. Nybble's average company trip is out on the trails since a good amount of his staff enjoy wheeling too. Both routes consist of hard-packed soil with some protruding rocks. Follow between yellow paint marks as you continue down a blind drop called Dragon's Tail. Riding down the Lions Back, in Moab, Utah. The first time was 2 years ago and I rented a 2 door Jeep Rubicon on 33" tires and ran most of Poison Spider without any issues. The parking lot was already full of fellow Toyota's, some Jeeps and a handful of UTV trailers. JavaScript is disabled. "If you want a server at the top of The Hammers, we will take care of that for you." It took us four hours with all the scouting and picture taking we did, but amazing fun. These lines tell you what area you need to be in to go down a steep section safely. . What a trail! 7. Every year during Easter, hundreds of 4-wheelers come to challenge the rough terrain of the backcountry during Easter Jeep Safari, an event which runs for nine days, going through Easter Sunday. At about 1 mile in, you will see another bypass that goes to your right. Access Description. For more information on how we enforce permission email marketing with our clients, please see our Privacy Policy. If you ever run into Josh, please say high, he is a very friendly person and is always happy to have a new person join the group. I saw a couple guys in front hit hard on few that made me pucker. Option for hard obstacles ( Hells Gate, Escalator, hot tubs). DEFINITELY order this book right now. Hell's Revenge is located within the Sand Flats Recreations Area and managed through a partnership between Grand County and the BLM. Traverse across the top of the large slickrock dome, following yellow diamonds and painted lines on the rock. After that at least 6/10 even bypassing the obstacles. I've been looking forward to this one for a long time. Using GMRS Bill and I quickly started comparing maximum degree's read from the dash of his JLU 392 and my 21 JT. MODERATE, 9 - A popular and often crowded gathering spot, the river overlook marks the end of the northern branch of the trail. First time for both of us. The trail approaches a slickrock fin. Awesome trail, I will definitely run it again! We strive to uphold the highest industry standards in online privacy and permission marketing. Had a great time and was constantly amazed at the ability of my X. A blast though! There are several on the trail, but the three most famous that you can drive through are the Carwash, Mickeys, and Devils Hot Tub. 1,124 likes, 70 comments - Scott Ricks (@swagginscottricks) on Instagram: "SAVE THIS POST for information on epic off-road locations in Moab, Utah, that are great . There are steep climbs, descents and some edges that are not for the faint of heart. I agree with Marcus though, the traffic is getting worse on Hells Revenge but it seems like its that way on most other popular trails. Scott Ricks on Instagram: "SAVE THIS POST for information on epic off They provided plenty of water. You will see signs showing you the trail map and where the bypass will take you. Elevation Gain: 1,200 feet. What is glossed over in some guides is the difficulty of the exit (WP19). The views on this trailer are spectacular youll never see anything like it. Great trail! This is to help with the follow of traffic. More thought of when my own kids were that age says - save it for later Do I have to take a guide or I can just rent the utv and drive myself? Knowing that I had to drive my Jeep home 650 miles back to CA made me play it safe rather than be sorry. After these challenges, you will be getting to the end, and you will have passed all of the difficult named challenges. This is an extreme obstacle that takes loads of power and full commitment. disclaims any warranties relating to the accuracy of the Service, the trail maps, content, trail conditions, directions, or navigation routes presented or displayed in or by the Service. Have fun. Big shot out to Josh and the team for the map and navigation. Entrance really pumps you up. Hell's Gate is a horseshoe-shaped optional offshoot that takes you down a steep slickrock descent. One particularly difficult trail, appropriately named Hells Revenge, consists of an 8.4 mile roller coaster ride across dangerously steep sandstone domes and ledges that are not for the faint of heart. Escalator is comprised of several stair-stepped climbs with nearly undercut faces. We completed the trail %100 Amazing trail with some awesome obstacles! Do you need to book in advance to visit Hell's Revenge? Once on top of rock formations, the view was spectacular!!! Sometimes you don't know where that line between over and confidence are. This section has ample space, and it is not very challenging. One thing nobody mentions about Hell's Gate: YOU HAVE TO GO DOWN A NOTCH JUST AS STEEP BEFORE YOU GO UP. Be very careful at crossing points and remember that bikers always have the right-of-way. Trail rating was spot on up to the last 1.7 miles which increases this rating to a 5/6 at least. We know youll love our stickers and patches as much as we do. We didnt and it was a very rough and challenging trail to get out. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash. The one-way trail heading east is the Staircase which rejoins the main route back at Waypoint 13. It is essentially a natural staircase, with each stair being a deep pothole slightly higher than the previous one. If you are brave enough to look down, you will see the rusted remains of a vehicle below. It is a technical trail and is not overly scary, but caution should be used when riding on the trail. These can be very challenging but easily bypassed. If you return to the start, youll see an exit sign to the right just south of Lake Michigan. 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I literally got my Jeep one month before I did this trail. Located in the heart of the Colorado Plateau, in Utah, in the western United States, between scenic red rock cliffs of Arches National Park and the incredible sandstone landscapes of Canyonlands National Park, the town of Moab offers endless opportunity for sightseeing and exploration. Had to have decent tire placement, stock even more so but just not that scenic or interesting for the difficulty. They have a very helpful and very informative mileage log. It was good to see the community come together to help someone. Took the jeep out to play on Hells Revenge. If Hells Revenge is closed, it is usually due to too much water at this spot. It follows most of the Hell's Revenge trail route but skips the difficult obstacles and is rated a 3.5. The 2007 JKU on 35's sitting under 2 1/2" lift did very well. $254.36. What do you think, can they find more decent and climbs? Hells Revenge includes several obstacles named such as Escalator, Black Hole and the Tip Over Challenge. We are here to show you that traveling as a family is not as hard as you might think. This trail is unlike any we've ever attempted, and we will definitely be back (without our tent) to try Hell's Gate! I felt like they had to make things exciting for their customers so they seemed to do their own thing regardless of what you are doing. Be prepared. MODERATE, 9 - Guide to Moab, Utah Backroads & 4-Wheel-Drive Trails 4th Edition. But through this I realized something great, everyone was out for the same reason and we had large amounts of people offering to help in any way they could. This trail was really fun. Hells has been one of the Moab icons for years for good reason. You'll wind through a mix of sand and slickrock and begin to climb again. As you continue you'll drop downhill. It is a waste land, if the 4x4s enjoy playing there it looks like a good place for them to tear up their trucks. Most of the trail, you'll be driving along the top of the sandstone "fins" there with 50 ~100ft drop off either side, and blind corners the whole time. Roughly halfway through the Hell's Revenge Trail you'll find the turn off for Hell's Gate. Saturday we ran Steel Bender but I was surprised not to see that many other vehicles on the trail, however on Sunday we ran Hells Revenge and encounter many more enthusiast on the trail all having a great time. They call this spot Lake Michigan (we don't know why that name). It is a must do trail if you are in the area. Way cool. Lots of unrelating ups and downs. I've come to the conclusion that the easier trails lead to the more spectacular spots. The trail hasn't changed a day since the first time I ran it. Hell's Revenge - Utah Offroad Trail - Trails Offroad Sand Flats offers two reservable group campsites. The slickrock moniker dates back to when horse-drawn wagons would try to cross the seemingly easily traversed undulating sandstone. For being the biggest day of Easter Jeep Safari it was surprisingly quiet on the trail. This optional obstacle has several names, including Devil's Highway, The Big Hot Tub, and Devil's Hot Tub. site is used. It looks like they are building a resort where you used to exit. An entry fee is required in Sand Flats Recreation Area. Would recommend. Holy crap are the hills steep! Dedicated trail. Obstacle 2: Hell's Gate. I skipped some of the major obstacles like Hells Gate & Escalator but did most of the other obstacles without any damage. Bear left after passing through an opening in a fence and follow trail across high ridge. You have to go out of your way to go on this obstacle. Once the site of the old staging area, Hell's Revenge ends at an intersection with the paved Sand Flats Road south of the entrance gate. You will not see many stock vehicles on this trail. Try this 7.6-mile loop trail near Moab, Utah. We did get mixed up and took the loop back to the beginning of the trail rather than following it to the end. The trail is marked with signs and symbols painted on the rock surface. The original path of the fin is now one way. We did this as a large group and it was busy, we were there during EJS so it is to be expected really. Such a blast. You won't see many pictures of the precarious fins and corners because it's legitimately dangerous to be out there on foot. Being in July it was of course quite hot on the noon tour and even though the stops out of the vehicle are short, that seat heats up in a hurry. It drops about halfway up and you need to keep a hard passenger line. Stay between the yellow-painted lines and make a hard turn as the trail drops abruptly down a 31-degree hill. I think I can show you some evidence on the computer. "Tip-Over Challenge" is a brief rock hill with a sandy base that requires tight maneuvering, an excellent line of attack, some help in the differentials, or the easy bypass on a slickrock fin. The climb involves riding up the slope having a gradient of up to 65 degrees in places, reach the top, make a turn and slowly descend down. The climbs up and down the many fins were exhilarating, blowing through the sandy patches was fun, and the views of the surrounding area, including the Colorado River, were fantastic. And that was with a 3 inch lift and 47s on a JL. However, Sand Flats Recreation Area has 120 campsites in 9 campgrounds marked with the letters (A-J) to represent the names Alcove, Bobcat, Cottontail, Datura, Echo, Fox, Globemallow, Hawk, and Juniper. They paved the first section from the parking lot to the fin, and closed off the steeper optional section to the left as you approach the fin. Looking forward to doing it again sometime. Once you get started on this trail, it's easy to see why it's rated 8. It is an offshoot that you go down and then return to the Hells Revenge Loop. However its just that good of a trail that I have to give it 5 stars. The trail flattens out and begins crossing a sandy section as the bypass route reconnects from the east. Our guide was very knowledgeable and led us on a great ride! I agree with several of the reviews that the last mile was really rocky and tough. The trail is clearly visible on the sandy parts of the route, but there are long stretches of slickrock where the 4WD trail has only recently been marked (a yellow paint design that resembles a flame). Made it out with no damage. Steep inclines of 32. In a tight turn, traverse a small chunky ledge with great views of the La Sal Mountains behind you. The road up to Hells Revenge is also called Sand Flats Road. What an overblown trail. The Staircase is a less-known obstacle on Hells Revenge because it has been closed for 10 or more years. EXTREME. Difficult. Trail consists of rock, boulders, sand and slickrock with rock ledges exceeding 24". Get over it snowflakes. https://www.grandcountyutah.net/287/Sand-Flats-Recreation-Area, Bureau of Land Management: Moab Field Office. Myself and my friend ran the entire trail with the exception of Hell's Gate, The Escalator and the Tip Over Challenge. These optional obstacles can be bypassed to make for an easier route. This route can be dangerous in the summer months (June through September) due to high heat and no shade. I have found RR4x4 ratings pretty accurate for difficulty, much more so than Charles wells' book I think it is a great guide but he rates trails pretty conservatively. The trailhead is at the other end of the parking lot below the rock faces. If you are wanting to go on a guided tour of Hells Revenge, it is a good idea to book your tour ahead of time. This was my second time visiting Moab - what a magical place it is! Once you drop in, you're committed, there is no bypass or easier way back up. In 2022 it was opened again, and it is a fun challenging obstacle that has a v shape at the beginning that requires a good line to not fall into the V. The Staircase is similar to Hells Gate and could be considered a mini Hells Gate. Going in a side by side? Although it was an exhilarating ride (to say the least), we developed a tremendous amount of trust in Nicks ability to maneuver the vehicle and hills that we climbed. He then did a great job of giving us a great ride through the trails. OMG not for the timid of heart . No, you do not need to book in advance to do Hells Revenge, but you do have to pay to get into the Sand Flats Recreation Area. The experience was fun and exciting (and a little bit scary at times)! We even got to winch a SxS out of one of the "hot tubs." Slickrock is petrified sand. I did Fins N Things in early May in a rented Rubicon. Hell's Revenge is located within the Sand Flats Recreations Area and managed through a partnership between Grand County and the BLM. Make sure you line yourself between white marks at the top, or you'll roll sideways off the edge. Always felt was going to flip even though we didnt. Explore different ways to experience this place. If you have not done the route, great spotters are a huge help on all of these obstacles, but they can be done without if you are an experienced driver. FUNTREKS PROVIDES THE SERVICE AND THE CONTENT INCLUDED THEREIN FOR USE ON AN AS IS AND AS AVAILABLE BASIS. Not a trip for the faint of heart. Last 1.7 miles very rough! With my tire off the ground it gained too much momentum and when it came back down it snapped the u joint and the drive shaft, the driveshaft slung around and hit the transmission cracking the case. They also complain when they have increased animal/vehicle incidents. In a few places, the trail crosses the now-famous "Slickrock Bike Trail," a motorcycle and mountain-bicycle trail. A bit nerve racking for me but my husband had a blast and the views at the stops were excellent. One of my favorite trails so far in Moab. Hell's Revenge (Moab) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go. Difficulty Rating: 6 out of 10 up to 8 out of 10 (If you take the bypasses, the trail is easier) Miles: 8 miles. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Fun trail to run, but not for those who do not like edges and drop offs. Videos don't do it justice it needs to be experienced. Hells Revenge, Escalator to Hell Trail Overview. 5s stars baby! Adventure Tours. I don't know that there's anything wrong with having fun in a beautiful place. The climb involves riding up the slope having a gradient of up to 65 degrees . The longer wheel base made for some challenges, but I only scraped my toe hitch once. We got to go pretty fast (or slow if you wanted) and stopped at some great picture spots. Premier slickrock Jeep trail near Moab. - Jeep the USA Trail Rating System. Photo credit, A Jeep Cherokee climbs effortlessly up a steep rock wall along the Gold Bar Rim trail during Moab Easter Jeep Safari. Subscribe to my channel. Used lockers twice. The appropriate vehicle can depend on your skill level and the obstacles you want to try while on the Hells Revenge Trail. The ledge to be climbed for WP3 is probably the most dangerous part of the trail as it has no bypass and you will likely slide on your skid plates even with a lift and large tires. Moab Trail Difficulty | Jeep Wrangler Forum Will have to come back in more of an off season to not feel like we are pulling over every 5 min for a pack of side by sides. There are people out there that don't give a damn about anything, but everybody that I know and wheel with will stop and clean up things that are left by those less considerate. Definitely not for the faint of heart though. The road flattens out briefly and passes fake dinosaur tracks. Hell's Revenge - Dirt Bike Utah You get to see some of the BFE obstacles and see where the big boys go to play. Trail description with photos plus GPS and gpx tracks.
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