Flying Porcupine: River Trailhead Parking Lot Pickup

The Flying Porcupine, also known as Raptor-Pine, is one of Moab’s most exhilarating trail combinations, offering an unforgettable full-day adventure. This ride links Eagle Eye, Hawks Glide, LPS, and Porcupine Rim, providing 18 miles of descending terrain with 4,800 feet of vertical drop. Riders will experience a mix of Moab flow, technical features, chunky chunder, drops, and stunning singletrack with magnificent views. The first shuttle takes riders to the Eagle Eye trailhead, where they descend through Eagle Eye and Hawks Glide to meet the second shuttle that returns them to the LPS trailhead. From there, riders continue down LPS and Porcupine Rim to the Colorado River. Timing is crucial, as riders must descend Eagle Eye and Hawks Glide in 75 minutes to catch the second shuttle, with no third shuttle available. If the shuttle is missed, riders must pedal 4 miles with 2,000 feet of climbing to reconnect with the trail system.

For those seeking more adventure, riders can extend their experience via the UPS (Upper Porcupine Singletrack) trail, adding up to 3 miles and 600 feet of climbing. Parking is available at the Porcupine Rim Trailhead River lot, just above the Grandstaff Campground, but cell service is limited so following detailed directions from the Meeting Locations page is recommended. The desert environment is hot and dry, so riders should carry at least 100 ounces of water, snacks, extra layers, and all necessary bike repair gear. Other essentials include a headlamp, windbreaker or waterproof jacket, sunglasses, sunscreen, first aid kit, and a cell phone. The trail is advanced, e-bikes are not allowed, and riders must follow Leave No Trace principles. All participants should arrive 15 minutes before departure to allow for bike loading, and the shuttle runs only if a minimum number of riders is met.