»Grand Valley Dirt Bike Rally (GVDBR) is an annual dirt bike trail riding event held in Grand Junction,CO by the MTRA. https://grandvalleydirtbikerally.com/ https://grandvalleydirtbikerally.com/rides/north_desert/easy/trail-ride-ladies-easy/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000 <p>15 mile loop through the North Fruita Desert.</p> <p>Includes a mix of easy two-track and easy single-track, including parts of the Orange Loop and BLM Route 187.</p> <p>Although the route is easy, this loop is not intended for true beginners. Riders signing up for this ride should know how to operate their dirtbike and be fully equipped with riding gear including off-road or MX boots, helmet, gloves, goggles or glasses, and hydration pack.</p> <p>We’ll have a team of 3 for leading and sweeping and will take plenty of snack breaks and pictures, keeping a pace that is comfortable for the group.</p> https://grandvalleydirtbikerally.com/rides/north_desert/easy/trail-ride-ladies-easy/ https://grandvalleydirtbikerally.com/rides/north_desert/intermediate/trail-ride-highline/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000 <p>Join us as we ride flowy desert single-track in the North Fruita Desert nearly all the way to the Utah State Border.</p> <p>This ride will start out connecting some double-track as we work our way west, eventually dropping into a lengthy flowy section of continuous single-track, riding across ridges and dipping in and out of washes as it heads almost due west and ends up on top of a large ridge with great views a few miles from Utah.</p> <p>After a break we’ll saddle up and ride it all over again on the way back!</p> https://grandvalleydirtbikerally.com/rides/north_desert/intermediate/trail-ride-highline/ https://grandvalleydirtbikerally.com/rides/gj_desert/intermediate/trail-ride-gj-desert-skinny-ridge-tour/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000 <p>A Sunday afternoon guided tour of the GJ Desert out of the 27-1/4 Road MX Track.</p> <p>This relaxed tour takes on Skinny Ridge, Mini Skinny, and a few fun washes. A great way to get to see the highlights of the local desert riding to cap off the event. The ride runs from 3:00 to 5:00 pm on Sunday, October 18th.</p> https://grandvalleydirtbikerally.com/rides/gj_desert/intermediate/trail-ride-gj-desert-skinny-ridge-tour/ https://grandvalleydirtbikerally.com/rides/rabbit_valley/intermediate/trail-ride-rabbit-valley-kokopelli-4x4-route/ Sat, 17 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000 <p>This 20 mile loop follows the Kokopelli 4x4 route through Rabbit Valley. It is a full-width OHV/4x4 trail, making it a great option for riders who want to explore the area at a comfortable pace without committing to the more technical singletrack.</p> <p>Expect open desert, sandy washes, loose rock, and rolling hills with great views of the Colorado River valley.</p> <p><b>Note:</b> This route crosses into Utah, visit this page for Utah Requirements <a href="https://grandvalleydirtbikerally.com/rideutah/">Ride Utah</a></p> https://grandvalleydirtbikerally.com/rides/rabbit_valley/intermediate/trail-ride-rabbit-valley-kokopelli-4x4-route/ https://grandvalleydirtbikerally.com/rides/rabbit_valley/easy/trail-ride-rabbit-valley-knolls-overlook/ Sat, 17 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000 <p>This easy 16 mile out-and-back follows the Kokopelli route from the Main Lot to the Knolls Overlook and returns the same way.</p> <p>It is a relaxed ride on easy full-width trail, making it a good choice for newer riders who want to venture out and enjoy the scenic views of the Rabbit Valley area. Although the route is easy, riders should know how to operate their dirt bike and come fully equipped with riding gear and a hydration pack.</p> <p><b>Note:</b> This route crosses into Utah, visit this page for Utah Requirements <a href="https://grandvalleydirtbikerally.com/rideutah/">Ride Utah</a></p> https://grandvalleydirtbikerally.com/rides/rabbit_valley/easy/trail-ride-rabbit-valley-knolls-overlook/ https://grandvalleydirtbikerally.com/rides/rabbit_valley/intermediate/trail-ride-rabbit-valley-intermediate-route/ Sat, 17 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000 <p>This ride is great for anyone who likes an easier pace on fun obstacles, and some twisty singletracks. The trai1l begins on Trail #2 where riders will have a fun warmup through some good flowy dirt whoops, a few small ledges, and some sand whoops. Trail #2 will then meet up with the Western Rim singletrack where there are moderate amounts of exposure from time to time, but great views of the Colorado River as it traverses atop the canyon walls nearly the entire trail. The halfway point is at the end of Western Rim, where the group will ascend a technical hill that includes a couple switchbacks and some loose rock. The loop will return on the Kokopelli and Westwater Loop trail which is full width OHV the remainder of the trip.</p> <p><b>Note:</b> This route crosses into Utah, visit this page for Utah Requirements <a href="https://grandvalleydirtbikerally.com/rideutah/">Ride Utah</a></p> https://grandvalleydirtbikerally.com/rides/rabbit_valley/intermediate/trail-ride-rabbit-valley-intermediate-route/ https://grandvalleydirtbikerally.com/rides/rabbit_valley/advanced/trail-ride-rabbit-valley-hard-route/ Sat, 17 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000 <p>This 50 mile loop will begin at the Rabbit Valley Training Track heading to Trail 8 followed by Trail 3. We then will cross into Utah as we ride Kokopelli, Westwater loop, Zion Curtain, Overlook, Adobe and Western Rim. We will end on Trail 2, back into Colorado. This is a fast, flowy ride that includes ledges, rocks, drops, hill descents, sandy whoops and fun obstacles with technical moves.</p> <p>Riders should have solid advanced skills and good riding endurance, and a bike setup to run through sharp edge, choppy terrain. There will be scheduled rest stops to take in the views and have a snack, with a few photo opportunities overlooking the Colorado River. The time on trail will be approximately 5 hours.</p> <p><b>Note:</b> This route crosses into Utah, visit this page for Utah Requirements <a href="https://grandvalleydirtbikerally.com/rideutah/">Ride Utah</a></p> https://grandvalleydirtbikerally.com/rides/rabbit_valley/advanced/trail-ride-rabbit-valley-hard-route/ https://grandvalleydirtbikerally.com/rides/north_desert/intermediate/trail-ride-north-desert-sarlacc-skywalker/ Sat, 17 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000 <p>This 27 mile intermediate+ loop runs the Skywalker singletrack and Sarlacc in reverse, starting from the 16 Road (Coal Gulch) parking lot in the North Fruita Desert.</p> <p>The route climbs the Book Cliffs and follows the ridge with amazing views of the Grand Valley. Trails are moderate-speed “flowy” singletrack over clay, sand, and some rock, with a fair amount of sidehill and exposure. Riders should possess solid intermediate skills and reasonable riding endurance.</p> https://grandvalleydirtbikerally.com/rides/north_desert/intermediate/trail-ride-north-desert-sarlacc-skywalker/ https://grandvalleydirtbikerally.com/rides/north_desert/intermediate/trail-ride-north-desert-sarlacc-intermediate-loop-route/ Sat, 17 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000 <p>“The trail ride will begin along 16 Road (Coal Gulch), at a parking lot approximately 18 miles north of the highway in Fruita. We will climb the Book Cliffs and follow the ridge to the northeast allowing some amazing views of the Grand Valley as well as the mountains to the north. The single track portions can be best described as moderate speed “flowy” trails with surfaces consisting of clay, sand, and some rock. A few areas will provide some exposure, but are relatively safe for anyone will basic bike skills. Total distance will be slightly over 30 miles including the trails and return ride on the gravel road. From beginning to end, we anticipate being on the bike between 3 and 4 hours depending on the size of the group, and the speed of the slowest rider. Trails included: Coal Gulch Road, Sarlacc Trail, Cicada, and Cloud City which can be found on the CoTrex or OnX Offroad apps for reference.”</p> https://grandvalleydirtbikerally.com/rides/north_desert/intermediate/trail-ride-north-desert-sarlacc-intermediate-loop-route/ https://grandvalleydirtbikerally.com/rides/north_desert/advanced/trail-ride-north-desert-sarlacc-advanced-loop-route/ Sat, 17 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000 <p>44 mile Advanced skill level Sarlac/North Desert loop. Ride begins at 5,300 ft elevation, climbing up to 7,400 ft elevation. Lots of open edge vertical exposure; if you deal with vertigo, this is not the ride for you.</p> <p>85% single track, 15% open desert/gravel wash bed. 8-10 moderate rock-step features/obstacles throughout, uphill and downhill; the last one being a challenging downhill rock-step feature estimated at 35-45 feet long. Minimal shade coverage; pack lots of water and snacks. Estimated time: 4.5-5.5 hours (pending numbers of riders, speed travel, rest stops).</p> https://grandvalleydirtbikerally.com/rides/north_desert/advanced/trail-ride-north-desert-sarlacc-advanced-loop-route/