Amasa Back
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Trailhead
Amasa Back Trailhead on Kane Creek Road, 5 miles southwest of Moab
Difficulty
Physically challenging, technically moderate/difficult
Trail Surface
Ledgy 4WD road
Length
Up to 9 mile out & back from trailhead, 21 mile out & back from town
Elevation @ Trailhead
4000’
Highest Elevation
5250’
Elevation Gain
1400’
Season
Ideal in spring or fall; extreme midday heat in July and August. Creek crossing can be dangerous during heavy rains.
Directions
From Center & Main in Moab, take Main St south and take a right on Kane Creek Rd (or take the Mill Creek Bike Path to 500 West and turn left). Follow Kane Creek Rd for 5 miles; Amasa Back parking is the second lot after the pavement ends. The jeep trail leaves the road less than a mile later.
Description
The Amasa Back Trail is a jeep trail that climbs just over a thousand feet to a mesa top overlooking the Colorado River and the Kane Creek Anticline. The trail surface is mostly Kayenta Sandstone and has many small ledges (less than 1’) and a few bigger ones. Challenging and fun for experienced mountain bikers only a short bike ride from town. *