U.S. Federal Shutdown Information

U.S. Federal Shutdown Information

At this time, Arches, Canyonlands, and Utah’s national parks and federal lands remain accessible, though services are limited. Learn more.

» Arches timed entry reservations are not in effect. The Arches visitor center is open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Canyonlands visitor centers at Island in the Sky and the Needles are open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
» Entrance fees are not being collected. Campground and permit fees remain in effect.
» Visitor centers at Natural Bridges and Hovenweep are closed. Visitors needing backcountry permits should visit recreation.gov.
» Ranger-led programs are not being offered at this time.
» Roads, trails, campgrounds, trash collection, toilets, and emergency response remain open.

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Rodeo

Distance
8.7 ml
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Length:
8.7 miles

Difficulty:
Intermediate; the length of this trail makes it moderately strenuous. 900 ft of climbing throughout its entirety; riders can expect a good descent at the beginning with a meandering climb back to the TH. It’s not a bad idea to bring extra water and plan on this ride taking you a little longer than expected. Rodeo is best ridden clockwise.

Type of Ride:
You will encounter sections of slickrock, sand, and dirt. This trail meanders through juniper/pinyon stands as well as open fields. This trail does not offer the vistas that some trails in the Horsethief area have. That being said, if you are looking for a fun, long ride that takes you into remote desert, then Rodeo is for you!