Is the route open to dual-sport motorcycles or other off-road vehicles?
Yes (and no). Nearly 90% of the route is followable by dual-sport motorcycles. There are only a few sections in each state where motorcycles are not allowed due to limited-use regulations. Also, some sections in Utah and Arizona may prove too technical and tight for dual-sport riders. To address these non-motorcycle sections, alternate routes have been developed. Contrary to other mountain bike routes, the Western States Mountain Bike Route welcomes all. What are the main attractions? The route boasts a natural stone arch; the largest forested plateau in North America; year-round snowfields; grizzly bear habitat; the Great Basin, Painted, and Sonoran Deserts; the Colorado Plateau; the Wasatch Plateau; tiny settlements; sizeable cities; prime wildlife viewing areas; the Grand Tetons; two international borders; elevations exceeding 11,000 feet; Utah’s Skyline Drive; the Grand Canyon; five states; and countless nuances of Americana. Do you think I can successfully tackle a thru-ride of th
