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Cove Wash Trailhead/ Barrel Roll

4.7 ★★★★★ 126 Google reviews · Running trail in Ivins, Utah · Open 24 hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Natural surface
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Open 24 hours

Confirmed from Cove Wash Trailhead/ Barrel Roll's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.

Natural surfaceOpen 24hScenicHillyTrailhead parking

Popular spot for mountain biking, with winding hills and trails for varied skill levels.

What runners say about Cove Wash Trailhead/ Barrel Roll

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (126 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

🏞️ beautiful scenery 8 mentions

“Stunning views of the Kayenta Mountains, Pine Valley Mountain, Red Mountain, Snow Canyon, and even Zion in the distance.”

Trails are fun for mountain biking. Some sections of rock you can't get up and over (unless maybe you are really good) but that's ok. Beautiful views and fun trails.

★★★★★ — James , Feb 2025

Suicidal Tendencies can be done on a hard tail, I did walk through two major obstacles next to the cliff edge. Fun ride but very challenging, took me 3.5 hrs.

★★★★★ — Jake , Aug 2024

Love these trails. Amazing views. Short, punchy climbs, and a mix of chunk and flow on the downhill. There is no restroom, so plan ahead.

★★★★★ — Leslie , Mar 2025

One of my favorite trailheads! There are two options for parking, one for people who do not have 4 wheel drive at the base of the hill and the second is it up the gravel road (keep right).

★★★★★ — Amanda , Oct 2022

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 18 mentions

“Stunning views of the Kayenta Mountains, Pine Valley Mountain, Red Mountain, Snow Canyon, and even Zion in the distance.”

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⛰️ Hills / elevation 6 mentions

“There are two options for parking, one for people who do not have 4 wheel drive at the base of the hill and the second is it up the gravel road (keep right).”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 5 mentions

“There are two options for parking, one for people who do not have 4 wheel drive at the base of the hill and the second is it up the gravel road (keep right).”

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🌲 Natural surface / singletrack 4 mentions

“Some technical, so would recommend to more experienced mountain bikers.”

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Plan your run at Cove Wash Trailhead/ Barrel Roll

The practical stuff

  • AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
  • SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
  • DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
  • ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
  • At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
  • Phone+1 435-688-3200

Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Cove Wash Trailhead/ Barrel Roll

Santa Clara River Gorge Trail, Ivins, UT 84738

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.