Is Top of the World open year-round?

Season: Mar-Nov (snow closes the upper switchbacks Dec-Feb). Always verify current trail status with the managing agency before traveling.

What vehicles are allowed?

Allowed vehicle types: Jeep, UTV, Side-by-side, Truck. Always confirm street-legal and OHV-registration requirements for your state.

BLM · Bureau of Land ManagementIntermediate (3/5)

Top of the World

Moab, UT

Length

14 mi

Season

Mar-Nov (snow closes the upper switchbacks Dec-Feb)

Day-use fee

Free

Permit

Not required

Trail difficulty

Intermediate · 3/5

Rated on PickRV's editorial 1 (novice) to 5 (extreme) scale.

Vehicle types allowed

JeepUTVSide-by-sideTruck

Permit and access

No specific OHV permit

BLM Moab Field Office; standard travel-management rules.

Known hazards

Loose shale near summit
1,500 ft drop-off at viewpoint
No guardrails

Editorial tip

Sunset is iconic but plan to be off the descent before headlights — the upper section is exposed and easy to miss in low light.

— PickRV editorial team

Official managing-agency source

Trail conditions, permit rates, and seasonal closures change. Always verify the current state of this trail with the managing agency before you ride.

Bureau of Land Management page

https://www.blm.gov/office/moab-field-office

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Questions about Top of the World

Is Top of the World open year-round?: Season: Mar-Nov (snow closes the upper switchbacks Dec-Feb). Always verify current trail status with the managing agency before traveling.
Do I need a permit to ride Top of the World?: No specific OHV permit is required, though BLM Moab Field Office; standard travel-management rules. Standard rules of the managing agency still apply.
What vehicles are allowed?: Allowed vehicle types: Jeep, UTV, Side-by-side, Truck. Always confirm street-legal and OHV-registration requirements for your state.

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