📍 Mineral Bottom Road | A Scenic Moab Backcountry Drive Off-road Trail скачать в хорошем качестве

📍 Mineral Bottom Road | A Scenic Moab Backcountry Drive Off-road Trail

Join us as we return to the Moab backcountry for one of the area’s most scenic and approachable off-road adventures — Mineral Bottom Road. 🚙🌄 This week, we’re Mark and Paula, and we’re taking you along as we unload our side-by-side and head down a classic Moab scenic drive that’s perfect for easy off-roading, stunning canyon views, and a dose of Utah history. 🌄 Why Mineral Bottom Road Is a Must-Do Near Moab Mineral Bottom Road is one of Moab’s most beautiful backcountry routes, offering: Narrow shelf roads with jaw-dropping canyon drop-offs 😮 Iconic switchbacks into Mineral Canyon Access to the White Rim Trail in Canyonlands National Park (permit required) While we chose our side-by-side, this route is also very doable in a high-clearance 4x4 truck under dry conditions. 🏕️ Camping, Picnics & River Access Along the way you’ll find: 🏕️ Primitive camping spots perfect for boondocking 🧺 A scenic picnic area near the Green River boat ramp 🚣 A key put-in/take-out point for Labyrinth Canyon river trips If you’re planning a river adventure, always check permit requirements in advance. ⚠️ Trail Tips & Safety Notes High-clearance vehicles recommended Avoid the road when wet — Moab mud is no joke Shelf roads are narrow with limited passing Vertical drops exceed 1,900 feet in places If you have basic off-road experience, this trail is manageable and incredibly rewarding. 🐏 Wildlife & History Along the Way This area is rich with: 🐏 Bighorn sheep lambing grounds ⛏️ Remnants of mid-20th century uranium and vanadium mining 🏚️ Abandoned mine sites now safely closed by the BLM and Utah Division of Oil, Gas & Mining 🚗 Mysterious old vehicles off of the cliffs — silent reminders of why caution matters Driving through Mineral Canyon feels like stepping onto an old western movie set. 🔁 Out & Back = Twice the Views Mineral Bottom is an out-and-back trail, which means you get to experience the dramatic shelf road both descending and climbing back out — and sometimes spot things you missed the first time. 👍 Thanks for Watching If you enjoy Moab scenic drives, easy off-roading, boondocking, National Parks, and western history, this adventure is for you. 👉 Like, subscribe, share, and hit the 🔔 so you don’t miss next week’s episode as we explore a lesser-known drive to an incredible overlook just outside Moab. 💬 We’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments! 📍 Find Us Here! 👉 Facebook: facebook.com/switchinggearsrvdiary 📸 Instagram: instagram.com/switchinggearsrvdiary 🌐 Website/Blog: switchinggearsrvdiary.com