Start of the Petroglyph Trail – Pink Canyon loop from Overton

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Start of the Petroglyph Trail – Pink Canyon loop from Overton

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Start of the Petroglyph Trail – Pink Canyon loop from Overton

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67.1km

790m

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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 27, 2026

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Highlight (Segment) • Natural Monument

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Highlight • Trail

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Highlight • Canyon

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Highlight • Natural Monument

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