Gemini Bridges Road — Highway 313 to US-191
Twin bridges, big sky, zero drama.
Not every day in Moab needs to end with a winch strap and a lecture from your spotter. Gemini Bridges Road peels off Highway 313 near Dead Horse Point and runs about 13 miles across Bootlegger Canyon country to US-191. It’s rolling slickrock-edged dirt with big La Sal views. The headline stop is Gemini Bridges, two spans side by side over a 100-foot drop, about 3 miles in. Walk out on the near span if your nerves are steady. Past that, the road drops through Little Canyon toward Bull Canyon and the highway, passing side spurs for Bull Canyon, Arths Pasture, and the Gold Bar Rim.
This is an easy route. A stock high-clearance rig handles it fine when dry, and a careful AWD crossover usually makes it too. Expect washboard, a few sandy pockets, and one or two ledgy steps that need a slow line. Rain turns the clay sections slick fast, so watch the forecast. Spring and fall are the sweet spots, since summer is hot and shadeless. No permit is needed for day use. Bring water, because there’s none on route and cell service is spotty. It’s a great shakedown run or a mellow cooldown day with a lot of scenery for the effort. Have a dirty day.
Trail Specs
| Difficulty | Easy |
|---|---|
| Trail Type | High Clearance |
| Surface | Dirt |
| Features | Camping, Scenic |
| Length (miles) | 13 mi / 20.9 km |
| Duration | 2-3 hours |
| Max elevation (ft) | 5900 ft |
| Best season | March-May, September-October |
| Minimum vehicle | Stock high-clearance (AWD fine when dry) |
| Nearest town | Moab, Utah |
| Land manager | BLM Moab Field Office |
| Permit required | No |
| Cell service | Spotty |
| Water crossings | No |
| Dispersed camping | Yes |
| Official sources | BLM Moab Field Office |
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Frequently asked questions
Can a stock SUV or crossover do Gemini Bridges Road?
Yes. A stock high-clearance vehicle handles it, and AWD is fine when the road is dry. You'll want the ground clearance for washboard, loose rock, and a few small ledges, but no lockers, lifts, or big tires are needed.
Is Gemini Bridges Road open in winter?
There's no seasonal closure, but March-May and September-October are the best windows. Snow and mud at 5,900 feet can make the clay surface slick, and summer heat is brutal with no shade. Skip it during or right after heavy rain.
Do I need a permit or pay a fee to drive Gemini Bridges Road?
No permit or day-use fee is required to drive it. The road is on BLM land managed by the Moab Field Office, so check with them for current camping and waste rules before you overnight.
What's the hardest part of the trail?
There isn't a hard section. Expect washboard, a few small rock ledges, and some loose or sandy patches, all manageable at walking speed. The real risk is the unfenced cliff edges at the bridges, so keep kids and dogs close.
Can I camp on Gemini Bridges Road, and will I have cell service?
Dispersed camping is available along the route, but pack out your waste and follow current BLM Moab rules. Cell service is spotty, and there's no water or fuel on the trail, so fill up in Moab and carry all the water you need.
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