Recognized by BFGoodrich in 2008 as an “Outstanding Trail.” We would add, “assuming you have the right vehicle and skills to drive it.” Most will run the trail in one direction which includes driving the long bumpy route south back to Moab. East side of canyon is a wilderness study area. Stay out or risk closure of this great trail. A large designated staging area is located near the start of the trail on Kane Creek Road. There is a sign-in box and fee to cross private land at the start of the trail.
Add another 28 mile to return to Moab
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Submitted by Jeff
First-We love the funtreks work; accurate and informative. the best reference guide books we have ever used. Glad we met Charles in Moab years ago. We just did Pritchett Canyon, and it is one very challenging trail. It is one of our favorites, BUT ONLY if the people with us are very experienced drivers with VERY capable rigs. I would suggest that funtreks add a trail category of “extreme” or “double gonzo” or something beyond “HARD”. Pritchett Canyon is getting more challenging every year and deserves this higher level rating. If you are equipped to do it, you will not be disappointed. If you are not, it will be the longest and most challenging day (s) of your life. Luckily, it is reasonable close to town from the Kane Creek entry so you can actually walk to town if you need to.
It is very awesome scenery in the canyon, and some very nice wide open views on the long (very bumpy) drive out to 191.
Always a memory of a lifetime when you do this trail.
Be safe!
