Beaver Canyon Scenic Byway (U-153)
Bicycle/Pedestrian Facilities

It is not recommended that bicyclists and pedestrians travel along the byway itself since the shoulders of the road are narrow, but there are many trails in Beaver County. For further information regarding trails, contact the Beaver County Travel Council at 801-435-2975. Most of the trail seasons start in late June and go through October. There may be patches of snow in June in high mountain areas, be prepared for mountain weather. On the more difficult trails take extra provisions and clothing.

  • Paiute ATV Trail - Advanced/Expert One-Way Trail. This trail follows Highway 153 to Circleville. This is a 20-mile trail and takes approximately 5 to 7 hours to travel. A shuttle is required for this ride.
  • Sawmill Bench - Intermediate/Advanced Out and Back Trail. This trail is on Forest Road FR 114. This is a 12-mile trail through Fishlake National Forest, allow 2 to 4 hours for travel. Season is May through November.
  • Big John-Flat-Kimberly Road - Advanced/Expert One-Way Trail. A shuttle is required for this steep and high 23-mile trail, allow 5 to 7 hours for travel. Much of the route is above timberline, take extra clothing and provisions.
  • Skyline-Delano Trail - Advanced/Expert One-Way Trail. Much of this 12-mile trail is above timberline and bikes will have to be pushed or carried over some sections, allow 4 to 6 hours for travel.
  • Puffer Lake Loop - Advanced/Expert Loop Trail. The 8-mile timbered ride follows Skyline Trail and passes Puffer Lake in the Fishlake National Forest. Bikes must be pushed or carried over sections of the Skyline Trail.
  • Indian Creek - Intermediate Out and Back Trail. The wide range of vegetation and spectacular scenery makes this 13-mile, 4 to 6 hour trail a fun ride. The route follows Indian Creek most of the way bring your fishing gear and test the waters. The season runs through May to mid-November.
  • North Fork of North Creek - Intermediate Out and Back Trail. Be prepared to get wet while traveling this 13-mile, 5 to 6 hour trail. Several creeks cross the trail that follows the North Fork of North Creek. Season goes from late May through late October.
  • Kents Lake Road - Intermediate/Advanced One-Way Trail with Optional Loop. This is a 19-mile trail, plan to take a full day to enjoy this ride. Beginners may want to pedal a section of the route. Season goes from May through mid-November.
  • South Creek Road - Intermediate Out and Back Trail. This is a 20-mile route and takes 4 to 6 hours to ride. The season goes from early spring through late autumn. The route is hot in the summer and best to travel in cooler weather.