Bike the Colorado River Trail

Looking for a scenic ride without the sun, the climbs, or the crowds? Bike the Colorado River Trail with us and discover one of Moab's most relaxed and beautiful rides. Starting at Lions Park, this easy paved route follows the Colorado Riverway Bike Trail along Highway 128, tracing the river beneath cottonwood trees and towering red rock canyon walls. With a comfortable cruiser-style e-bike carrying you along, this ride is as effortless as it is scenic.

Whether you're visiting Moab with family, easing into your first e-bike ride, or just want a shaded, low-key escape from the desert heat, the Colorado River Trail delivers Moab's iconic scenery without the exposure or effort of a backcountry ride. It's one of the most beginner-friendly and refreshing rides in the entire area.

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Why Ride an E-Bike Along the Colorado River?

The Colorado Riverway Bike Trail hugs the river for miles, offering shade, water views, and towering sandstone cliffs — a welcome break from Moab's sun-exposed desert trails. Riding it on an e-bike means anyone in your group, regardless of fitness level, can enjoy the full ride at a relaxed pace, with the motor doing the work on any gentle grades along the way.

Our Colorado River route is entirely paved, mostly flat, and follows the river the whole way, making it one of the most accessible rides we offer. It's an easy way to see real Moab scenery on two wheels without needing mountain biking experience or a full day of riding.

What to Expect on Your Ride

The Colorado River Trail E-Bike Route

This relaxed, scenic e-bike ride follows the Colorado Riverway Bike Trail along Highway 128, tracing the Colorado River from Lions Park. The route is entirely paved, largely flat, and shaded in sections by cottonwood trees, making it one of the most comfortable rides in the Moab area.

Riders along this route enjoy river views, canyon walls, a historic natural spring, and one of Moab's most photogenic bike bridges — all without the elevation or technical demands of our mountain and national park rides.

A Unique Way to Experience Moab

Moab is known for big red rock adventure, but the Colorado River Trail offers a different side of it: quiet river views, shade, and an easy pace suited to riders of every age and experience level. It's a favorite for families, couples, and anyone looking to slow down and enjoy the scenery without a strenuous ride.

Riders consistently choose this route when they want a comfortable, no-pressure way to experience Moab's beauty, especially during the warmer months when a shaded, riverside ride is a welcome break from the sun.

Ride Details

  • Paved, mostly flat riverside path along the Colorado River

  • Easy route suitable for beginners, families, and all fitness levels

  • Shaded sections beneath cottonwood trees along the river

  • Stop at Matrimony Springs and the Colorado Riverway Bike-Hike Bridge

  • Comfort cruiser e-bike with a low step-through frame for easy on/off

  • Ride at your own pace with flexible turnaround points

  • Great option for a relaxed half-day outing or a warm-up ride

Why Choose E-Bike Moab?

At E-Bike Moab, we specialize in helping riders experience Moab's incredible landscapes in a fun, approachable, and adventure-focused way. Our comfort e-bike fleet is built for smooth, easy riding on paved paths like the Colorado River Trail, with a Bosch power drive system for a smooth, reliable ride.

We provide local route knowledge, rider support, and recommendations to help you make the most of your ride along the Colorado River and beyond.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes. This is one of our easiest rides, following a flat, paved path along the river. It's a great option for first-time e-bike riders, families, and anyone looking for a relaxed ride.

  • The core route from Lions Park to Matrimony Springs and back takes most riders under an hour. Riders wanting more distance can continue further along the river path toward Negro Bill Canyon for a longer outing.

  • This ride uses a comfort cruiser-style e-bike with a Bosch power drive system, a low step-through frame for easy on/off access, and a rigid (non-suspension) frame designed for paved and soft-surface trails.

  • Yes. Sections of the Colorado River Trail run beneath cottonwood trees and canyon walls, offering more shade than most of our desert and national park routes.

  • Yes. The flat, paved surface and easy pace make this one of our most family-friendly rides. Younger riders should still be comfortable riding alongside adults on a shared path.

  • Matrimony Springs is a small natural spring along the river trail known for its cold, fresh water flowing directly from the canyon wall. It's a popular stop for cyclists riding this route.

  • We recommend water, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a phone or camera for photos. A refillable water bottle is handy for stopping at Matrimony Springs.