J.E.M. Trail is a 13.7 mile lightly trafficked out and back trail located near Virgin, Utah that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from April until September. Dogs are also able to use this trail.
April 6, 2021This is an awesome trail! We were dropped off at the Jem Trailhead by Goosebe Mesa and rode down to be picked up at the trailhead by Virgin. The upper portion of the trail is smoothed packed trail. There was a section of steep switchbacks that was difficult for me as an beginner/ intermediate. The lower part of the trail had more of a gravel like consistency and was a bit more rocky with some small rock rolls. The last bit of the trail is right along the edge of the Virgin River. It’s a pretty steep drop but completely doable. The trail is really well marked and easy to find/stay on. The lower trailhead has 2 parking areas about a quarter mile apart, the second one is a bit rough to get to be we managed just fine in a Honda CRV.
March 21, 2021Pretty views and a decent trail.
March 9, 2021March 6, 2021Not good for hiking on weekends. Too many bikes.
March 6, 2021February 24, 2021Quick dog walk. Flat and easy
February 16, 2021Nice quick elevated loop. Very few bikers/hikers,
January 18, 2021Great trail with several additional routes along the way. Part of the trail is “one way” so you take an additional route to get to top.
January 1, 2021Great trail. It’s mostly flat and hugs the virgin river rim.
December 24, 2020My first mtb attempt was a success! Had to walk the cliff section and some of the rocks on the trail were over my head but I survived without an injury! If you want to walk this trail, I think it would be pretty boring except for the Hurricane Cliff section. 9 miles and 674 feet elevation gain.
December 11, 2020November 27, 2020Beautiful views. loved the ride along the cliff looking down at the virgin river. Road the first 5 miles up and then turned back at the dirt road.
November 17, 2020November 13, 2020November 1, 2020What an awesome riding area JEM is, okay I’ll say it, a real gem. Beginner or expert, it is a blast The section along the river is really scenic and fun in either direction Kind of busy this time of year but the weather was just about perfect
October 24, 2020October 23, 2020Great trail system! We did JEM, dead ringer and more cowbell. Pretty amazing how many people are out riding and camping during the week. The trails are great for beginners who want to stretch their abilities. The vistas are spectacular
October 11, 2020Great trail run! Gorgeous!
September 21, 2020May 17, 2020Nice easy trail
May 13, 2020Primarily used for mountain biking. My husband and I hiked 5.6mi. The first 2 mi were very scenic along the Virgin River. This is an open desert hike with no shade. Lots of bikers so must keep dogs on leash if taking them with!
May 4, 2020Great trail, well marked,lots off fun! 2 thumbs up would ride again
April 6, 2020December 31, 2019As of December 30, 2019: way too muddy to bike or hike.
December 29, 2019Started by driving in to the Virgin Dam Trail head. Google will lead you there. It was a short hike but the views of the surrounding mountains and rocky cliffs along the trail are amazing. I thought the trail was pretty easy and safe.
December 27, 2019Wau this was awesome
