Things to do nearHawks Glide Trailhead

Hawks Glide Trailhead sits on the Porcupine Rim Jeep Trail northeast of Moab, Utah, at an elevation that puts you well above the canyon floor. The surrounding terrain is classic Colorado Plateau: layered sandstone, sparse juniper, and open sky in every direction. This corner of canyon country has drawn hikers and mountain bikers for decades, drawn by the combination of technical challenge and raw, unobstructed scenery.

The trailhead connects to a network of singletrack that rewards careful footwork and a steady pace. Nearby, the Eagle Eye and Lower Porcupine Singletrack Trailhead sits just a few kilometers away and extends the riding and hiking options considerably. Those who want a longer adventure sometimes link routes toward The Whole Enchilada at Burro Pass, one of the most celebrated descents in the region.

Wildlife sightings are common here, from ravens riding thermals overhead to mule deer picking through the scrub below the rim. Sunset turns the canyon walls from amber to deep crimson, making late-afternoon hikes particularly memorable. The area around Moab offers no shortage of complementary experiences, but Hawks Glide Trailhead stands apart for the sense of open exposure and quiet it provides. For anyone seeking genuine redrock wilderness within reach of town, this trailhead delivers it fully.