Wood Hill Trail System

0.5 miles | Difficult

Ben's Switchbacks provides a short challenge with an elevation change of over 200 ft. and 13 switchbacks in just 1/2 of a mile. It's the only shortcut between North Dead Dog and the gravel road, bypassing South Dead Dog .

1.2 miles | Difficult

Bill's Trail is easily accessed from the trailhead parking area via Solis Way, which ends midway along the trail. It's an enjoyable route that crosses the mesa, meandering through juniper and sagebrush. This trail's northern end provides access to Dick's Cutoff, while the southern end T's into Luke's Trail.

0.8 miles | Difficult

Bonus Loop has two entrances, along the northern end of Luke's Trail. Both head north from Luke's, dropping down into a rocky drainage, before climbing west to a small finger ridge that overlooks Warehouse Canyon to the west. The drainage is challenging due to the steep drops, loose rock, and sharp turns. However, the trail becomes intermediate once on top of the finger ridge. Before attempting this trail, consider the ability level of you and your group.

0.3 miles | Difficult

Dick's Cutoff is a short trail that meanders across the mesa, offering access to multiple trails: the northern end of Luke's, the northern end of Bill's, the northern end of SmoJoe's, and the southern end of Therapy. It's a great route to use when incorporating multiple trails into your visit.

1.88 miles | Difficult

Floating Rocks Trail heads north from Mead's Rim for 1.88 miles until it splits, turning into Lollypop (right fork) and Sham Rock & Roll (left fork). It follows the east rim of the mesa, overlooking Mead's Wash. Approximately 1/4 of a mile north from its southern end, the entrance to Bomberella breaks to the east.

0.3 miles | Difficult

Imbatween Trail runs between the northern end of Luke's Trail, the northern end of Therapy Trail, and the southern end of Mead's Rim Trail. It includes multiple technical areas with sharp turns and rock gardens.

1.2 miles | Difficult

Knot Pete's Rim Trail follows the southeastern edge of the mesa, winding between the southern ends of Luke's Trail and SmoJoe's Trail. It offers fantastic views of the Book Cliffs and Price City.

This trail is open to the public, but is on private land. Please be respectful.

1.1 miles | Difficult

Lollypop Trail is the northernmost route in the Wood Hill Trail System. It begins at the junction of Floating Rocks Trail and Sham Rock & Roll Trail. From there, it heads north to the edge of the mesa where it overlooks Kenilworth, UT, which began in 1908 as a coal mining camp. After completing the loop, this trail may be retraced to return to Floating Rocks, or Sham Rock & Roll Trail may be accessed from the western side of the loop to also return to Floating Rocks.

2.9 miles | Difficult

Luke's Trail weaves along the western edge of the mesa, through sagebrush and juniper, presenting impressive photo opportunities with the Wasatch Range and Warehouse Canyon as the backdrop. The trail runs from Knot Pete's Rim, on the southern end of the mesa, to the north until it transitions to Imbatween Trail. It can be easily accessed from the trailhead parking lot via Solis Way or by riding south along Wood Hill Rd. Multiple trails intersect with Luke's, making this a great addition to a circuit.

This trail is open to the public, but is on private land. Please be respectful.

0.6 miles | Intermediate

The northern section of Mead's Rim Trail heads north from Imbatween for 0.6 miles, bypassing a technical portion of Floating Rocks Trail, before joining it.

1.5 miles | Very Difficult

Mead's Wash Trail, aka Curse Canyon Trail, follows an unimproved dirt road for 1.5 miles. It has advanced technical areas, including steep hills, multiple stream crossings, and loose, rocky soils.

Be aware of the weather before attempting this trail; do not attempt to ride the wash in inclement weather because flash flooding happens quickly. Please note that this trail is shared with OHVs.

2.7 miles | Intermediate

North Dead Dog is found on the mesa to the east of the Wood Hill Trailhead parking area. It is accessed by an unnamed, dirt road that breaks east from the Price-Kenilworth Rd. From the dirt road, Ben's Switchbacks offers the best access to this trail by heading up to the top of the mesa, where it meets the entrances to North Dead Dog and South Dead Dog. From this point, the trail heads north, following the rim around the mesa. It provides a steady climb while heading north, but transitions to a downhill ride when heading south.

1.6 miles | Very Difficult

Sham Rock & Roll is a very difficult trail with multiple technical areas. It's southern entrance is accessed at the northern end of Floating Rocks, while its northern entrance is accessed from the west side of Lollipop. Before attempting this, consider the ability level of you and your group.

1.4 miles | Difficult

SmoJoe's Trail follows the eastern rim of the mesa, providing views of Price City and the Book Cliffs. It's southern end starts at the junction of Knot Pete's Rim and Wyatt's Way, while its northern end is at the junction of Dick's Cutoff and Therapy. The trail is rated intermediate, offering a gentle climb in elevation when heading north.

0.8 miles | Easy

Solis Way Trail is accessed from the northwest corner of the Wood Hill Trail System Trailhead parking lot. It's a short, easy trail that meanders through sagebrush and juniper, intersecting Bill's Trail and ending when it T's into the middle of Luke's Trail. It's the only trail that is accessed from the trailhead parking lot.

1.1 miles | Difficult

Therapy Trail connects the northern end of SmoJoe's and eastern end of Dick's Cutoff to the middle of Imbatween. From the intersection of SmoJoe's and Dick's Cutoff, it heads north, contouring the eastern side slope of the mesa, above a small drainage. The trail climbs up and down the uneven terrain, through juniper and sagebrush, until it quickly climbs out of the northern end of the drainage to tie into Imbatween.

1.4 miles | Intermediate

Upper Wildbunch Trail's southern entrance begins at the intersection of Compressor Rd. and Wildbunch Wash Trail. From this point, its a gentle climb as the trail meanders north through sagebrush and juniper, until it ends at N. Airport Flats Rd. It may be retraced for a round-trip ride.

Please note that this trail also allows motorized, single-track vehicles.

1.1 miles | Intermediate

Wildbunch Wash Trail's southern entrance heads east from the Price-Kenilworth Rd., dropping down into a wash for approximately 1/4 of a mile, before climbing up-and-out onto it's western slope. It continues north, following the western side of the wash, until it ends at the intersection of Upper Wildbunch and Compressor Rd.

Be aware of the weather before attempting this trail; do not attempt to ride the wash in inclement weather because flash flooding happens quickly. Please note that this trail also allows motorized, single-track vehicles.