25 Best Mountain Biking Trails in America 13) Aquarius Trail Hut System – St. George, UT (The Aquarius Trail Hut System was featured on this epic list! The full article is linked above) For a luxury “bikepacking” experience, we recommend the new Aquarius Trail Hut System near St. George, UT. This 190-mile route through Utah’s scenic
Affluent Americans ready to spend on travel A June 2021 survey by American Express Travel found that well-off travelers are interested in last-minute family vacations before fall, and they’re willing to splurge on luxury experiences. Survey respondents estimated they’ll spend an average $4,790 on luxury travel between now and 2022. Here are a few of our favorite luxury
Original article posted here – https://techilive.in/5-invigorating-outdoor-vacations-to-help-you-lose-that-quarantine-15/ MANY OF US re-emerged from Covid lockdown world with two intense urges. The first: a compulsion to be outside—to binge on open space and soothing scenery. The second: to shed some of the Quarantine 15—also cheekily called “the Covid 19”—the unwelcome weight gain accrued by stress-eating and marathon stints of
Original article posted here – https://www.wsj.com/articles/5-invigorating-outdoor-vacations-to-help-you-lose-that-quarantine-15-11628100047 By Brigid Mander Aug. 4, 2021 2:00 pm ET MANY OF US re-emerged from Covid lockdown world with two intense urges. The first: a compulsion to be outside—to binge on open space and soothing scenery. The second: to shed some of the Quarantine 15—also cheekily called “the Covid 19”—the unwelcome weight gain accrued
Original article posted here – https://www.saltlakemagazine.com/bikepack-utah-aquarius-hut-system/ It’s the Age of Aquarius. We’re not talking about the zodiacal configuration of celestial bodies foreboding the fall of civilization here, we’re talking about the new hut system built specifically for bikepacking through Utah Color Country. The Aquarius Trail Hut System has five huts spaced across 190 miles of bike trails
Opening Week of the Aquarius Trail Hut SSure it’s been named one of “America’s Newest Attractions Worth Exploring“, by MSN.COM and a “Mountain-Biking Mecca” by Outside Magazine, but what is it actually like biking from hut to hut along the Aquarius Trail? Well, we’ve just recently finished our first fully-booked week with all five huts
New Hut System Links 190 Miles of Trail in Southern Utah Bikepacking that lets you go light on the ‘packing’ APRIL 25, 2021TESS WEAVER – Original Article – https://www.betamtb.com/travel/usa/new-utah-hut-system/ Jared Fisher, CEO of Las Vegas based bike touring company Escape Adventures and a bike shop owner in Las Vegas, Reno and Moab, has ridden all over the
Original article posted here – https://www.bostonglobe.com/2021/04/21/lifestyle/pet-friendly-vacations-hot-air-balloons-luxury-bike-trip/ Enjoy a local paddle After a winter — and year — cooped up at home, get out and explore the local waterways. North Shore-based Coast to Coast Paddle, which offers kayak and standup paddleboard rentals in Beverly and Salem, opens its new Woburn location starting this Memorial Day weekend. Rent
Original article posted here – https://adventuretraveller.co.nz/the-190-mile-aquarius-trail-hut-system-in-southern-utah-unveiled/ The NEW Aquarius Trail Hut System offers a backcountry mountain biking experience like no other in the region. A system of five huts furnished with beds, a bathroom, and a fully stocked kitchen has been strategically placed along a 190-mile route through some of Utah’s most scenic backcountry – spanning from
Original Article posted here – https://www.wealthkingdom.co.uk/mountain-bike-hut-to-hut-through-southern-utahs-most-stunning-terrain/ The scale and grandeur of the backcountry mountain bike route make it hard to put in proper perspective, or capture in words. We’ll try though, with 190 miles through national parks, hoodoo-filled canyons, mountain goat-dotted meadows, and dramatic Southwestern desert scenery covered upon the ride from Brian Head to
Original article posted here – https://www.mensjournal.com/adventure/mountain-bike-hut-to-hut-through-southern-utahs-most-stunning-terrain/ The scale and grandeur of the backcountry mountain bike route make it hard to put in proper perspective, or capture in words. We’ll try though, with 190 miles through national parks, hoodoo-filled canyons, mountain goat-dotted meadows, and dramatic Southwestern desert scenery covered upon the ride from Brian Head to Escalante, staying at the new
Riding gravel and singletrack trails while enjoying the comfort of hut life and house-cooked meals. Written by Ryan Salm Aquarius Trail | Ryan Salm – Original article posted here – https://www.visitutah.com/articles/bikepacking-across-the-aquarius-plateau After so much time spent staring at screens and dreaming about the future, the idea of hopping on a brand-new bike route seemed like
Originally published in Outside Online February 1, 2021 We came up with a list of the people, places, and trends that matter now, from the rise of outdoor reservation systems and new mountain-biking meccas to where to thaw out this winter. Just because we haven’t been traveling doesn’t mean our favorite destinations weren’t busy creating new adventures, thinking
Age of Aquarius – original article posted here – https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/age-of-aquarius/ Dan Meyer Jan 19, 2021 | Explore Once again, I got started late. After lingering over coffee, packing up my bike, and making sure the floors were swept and the doors locked, I found myself the last one at the hut. Which was fine. Solitude is a necessary
Original article posted here – https://www.elevationoutdoors.com/go-outside/what-to-know-about-the-brand-new-aquarius-hut-to-hut-bike-trail-in-southern-utah/ This fall, a new string of huts was completed that hopes to open up a new route of exploration through Southern Utah. Designed specifically for bikers and known as the Aquarius Trail, it will become fully operation next spring, ready to serve as a legit hut-to-hut, cross-country experience or as
“Aquarius Trail Hut System Crosses the Halfway Point” Work on the Aquarius Trail Hut System has crossed over the halfway point with the completion of 3 of the 5 huts. The remaining 2 huts are scheduled to be completed over the next 6-8 weeks.
“Providing a Utah backcountry experience with a hint of luxury.” The Aquarius trail and hut system will provide true backcountry experience with a hint of luxury for those thru-biking the 175-mile multi-purpose trail.
We are currently taking reservations for the entire Aquarius Trail Hut System.
We just recently had a guided tour staying at the huts through @escapeadvetures
Thanks for coming out!
And to everyone who tackles the Aquarius trail, don't hesitate to send us pics of your trip directly to our inbox or using the hashtag #aquariustrail #aquariustrailhutsystem
Need a little help?
A 5 day bikepacking trip can be a little daunting 😅. If you prefer a guided experience, you can book with Escape Adventures. These expert Trip Leaders are some of the best there is; at "roughing it," at providing support on the trail, and at just being real good company!
Check tour dates here: escapeadventures.com/tour/aquarius-trail-mountain-bike-tour/
Immerse yourself in Southern Utah's color country hut-to-hut style! That means the freedom of bikepacking minus the baggage of sleeping bags, food, or cooking utensils. It's adventure, unburdened.
Book now on aquariustrail.com/book-now/
Five remodeled shipping containers, the Aquarius Trail Hut System is spaced out along a 190-mile bikepacking route in Utah's scenic backcountry, hosting some of the most adventurous mountain biking enthusiasts.
Days average between 35 to 40 miles of riding and 3,500 feet of elevation gain. Landmarks along the way include Powell Point, Bryce Canyon National Park, and Dixie National Forest, among many others.
Book your stay now: aquariustrail.com/book-now/
I have the proper bike some legs. Lets do it.
Awesome
Kyle, i need one of these so I can be close to the grandkids.
Now that we are a little further into the season, we want to see how you tackled the Aquarius Trail!
Send in your photos directly or use #aquariustrail #aquariustrailhutsystem
Photos submitted by Renee Callaway