Captain Ahab

A young cyclist in a blue helmet rides down a rocky trail, surrounded by expansive desert landscapes featuring red rock formations and a clear blue sky with scattered clouds. The scene captures the thrill of mountain biking in a scenic outdoor environment. Captain Ahab mountain bike trail.

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Level: Advanced

Length: 3.8 mi (6.1 km)

Surface: Singletrack

Configuration: One-way

Elevation: +406/ -433 ft

Total: 139 riders

Mountain Biking Captain Ahab

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#19 of 709 mountain bike trails in Utah

#263 in the world

Ahab is a little under 4 miles of singletrack slick rock climbs and drops interspersed with small sections of dirt singletrack. It is rated as a double-black diamond trail and is quite technical. Everything is rideable; most drops roll right off though some may seem intimidating. There is a section of cliff exposure but it's not nearly as exposed as some other trails in the area and is easily walkable. At the end you'll meet back up with the Amasa Back trail and ride it back to the entrance, hike out and head back to your car.

First added by Julie Hughey on Apr 22, 2013. Last updated Dec 10, 2020. → add an update

Before you go

Drinking water: no
Lift service: no
Night riding: yes
Pump track: no
Restrooms: yes
Fat bike grooming: no
E-bikes allowed: no
Fee required: no

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Getting there

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Start from the Amasa Back parking area out on Kane Creek Road. Ride .5 miles up to the Amasa Back trailhead. Captain Ahab starts 2.7 miles up the Amasa Back Trail.

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