About St. George
St. George is in Utah’s southwest corner, gateway to Gooseberry Mesa and other premier riding destinations. The area offers year-round riding with mild winters.
Getting Here
By Air
St. George Regional Airport (SGU)
- Flights from Denver, Phoenix, Salt Lake City
- Small, convenient airport
- Rental cars available
Alternative: Las Vegas (LAS)
- 2-hour drive from St. George
- More flight options
By Car
- From Las Vegas: 2 hours via I-15 North
- From Salt Lake City: 4.5 hours via I-15 South
- From Moab: 5 hours via US-191 and I-70
Riding Areas
- Gooseberry Mesa: World-class slickrock, 45 minutes from town
- Little Creek: Excellent intermediate trails
- Zen Trail System: Near Hurricane, great flow trails
Accommodations
St. George and nearby Hurricane/Springdale offer various lodging:
- St. George: Full services, chain hotels
- Hurricane: Closer to some trails, more affordable
- Springdale: Near Zion National Park
Best Season
October through April is ideal. Summer can be very hot (100°F+).
Zion National Park
While here, Zion is just 45 minutes away. Note: No mountain biking in the park, but incredible hiking.