What is Greater Zion all about?
The greater St George area, also known as Greater Zion, is located just a few miles south of the “snow line” and therefore has a mild climate and long growing season and at one time was a large producer of cotton. The area is also located at the edge of three eco-tones- the Mojave desert, the Great Basin, and the Colorado Plateau – and is therefore home to a diverse array of rare plants and animals found nowhere else on earth. The terrain and geology are rich and rugged, with sandstone and rock outcrops, uplifts, and volcano remnants, all sliced by the Virgin River.
The Town of St George has a population of 80,000 people and is surrounded by public land open space affording those who live here an amazing outdoor lifestyle.
If you want more tips and tricks for traveling after reading this page, check out the 2019 article by Bike Rumor
Flying to True Grit?
Jet Service is available directly to the St George Airport. You can find non-stop flights from Salt Lake City, LA, and Denver. For more options you can fly into Las Vegas and catch a shuttle from ST George Shuttle Service directly to your hotel.
Shipping Your Bike?
We have a partnership with BIKEFLIGHTS to help get your bike from your house to our race. The preferred shipping location is Red Rock Bicycle. They can help make sure it is built, tuned and ready to go. Call them (435-674-3185) for service options.
Where to Stay
We suggest booking a hotel as early as possible. March is a busy time in the area and rooms fill up fast. You can book with our preferred Lodging below or visit www.atozion.com for more options.
HOST HOTELS :
Budget Inn and Suites $74.99 Rate Call direct (435) 673-6661
- Inn Santa Clara : This property is at the starting line. Use Code TrGrt2022 for a 15% discount. Includes indoor bike storage.
- https://www.innsantaclara.com/book-a-room
Freedom Vacation Rentals . 10 Miles from the Start, 3.1 miles from St George Airport, 1.1 Miles from prime open gravel riding. They have 2-4 bedroom units, and some are Dog-Friendly!! This is a rare find in Southern Utah, so don’t miss this chance.- They are PROVIDING A 15% discount to participants. USE code is
- Paradise Village at Zion in Santa Clara . 1 Mile from Start
- home #107 called Resort at Paradise has 6 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms with a private pool and pickleball court and it’s right next to the new waterpark. It also has a bike work/washing station on the side of the home. Get a 10% discount with code: Parade book here www.resortatparadise.com
Camping at the Venue
Tent and RV camping will be available on FRIDAY and SATURDAY NIGHTS at Canyon View Park ( not at the school) for just $5. The site is .7 miles from the start and an easy bike ride in the morning to the venue. Space is limited to 17 RV spots and 30 Tent Spots so you will need to reserve a spot. Tent camping will be on grass. RV camping will be in the parking lot of the park. Overnight parking passes will be provided at packet pick-up and must be displayed in the vehicle.
To find the location take Canyon View Dr. Turn right into the park at the top of the hill. Canyon View Park has BBQs and picnic tables, a pavilion and bathrooms.
REGISTER FOR SITES WITH YOUR REGISTRATION.
If you have registered already for the race, just log back in and add the free camping. If you have not yet registered you can add the camping when you check out
!!! Please remember there is no public alcohol consumption on city property. So keep any beer discreet and DO NOT dispose of cans and bottles in city trash cans.
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Other Places to camp in ST George
Snow Canyon State Park: 8 miles north of the venue, tent camping, and RV sites with hookups.
Gunlock State Park, Quail Lake State Park, and Sand Hollow State Park are all within 15 Miles of the Venue.
Primitive camping can be found in Green Valley, near the back side of the race course. Access the areas from Canyon View Dr. Keep in mind the start is not accessible from here and you will need to drive to Santa Clara.
Primitive Camping can be found on BLM Land off Navajo Dr/Curly Hollow just west of the Bear Claw Poppy Trail Head.
Primitive Camping can be found on BLM AZ at Hwy 7 & River Road.
ATTN: MOES VALLEY is now closed to camping. Do not camp there for True Grit. You can camp elsewhere on BLM land in AZ off River Road, or along Curly Hollow Wash Rd just past the Bear Claw Poppy Trailhead.
