Tips
Jamie S.
July 23, 2024
Running
This opening section of the Monitor-Merimac Trail (or the Buttes and Towers - Monitor-Merimac Trail) is when the fun begins. After an initial sandy section from the parking area, you gain the slickrock that this trail is known for, and that will characterize the rest of your run. Although it is a little hard underfoot, running on this huge expanse of slickrock beneath the Mill Canyon Mesa is a special experience. This is a very popular trail with mountain bikers so be sure to keep an ear out for them.
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180m
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The Lower Monitor & Merrimac Trail Loop offers a captivating jogging experience through the diverse landscapes north of Moab, Utah. You'll traverse everything from dirt roads to smooth slickrock and…
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Distance 801 m
Uphill 50 m
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