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Emergency Coordinates & Contact Information - Utah Hard Enduro

Critical emergency coordinates, evacuation points, and contact information for Utah's hard enduro riding areas.

Emergency Coordinates Reference

Emergency Contact Numbers

Primary Emergency Services

  • 911: Works in most areas with cell coverage
  • Utah Highway Patrol: (801) 887-3800
  • Search & Rescue: (435) 615-3600
  • Life Flight: (801) 321-1100
  • Poison Control: (800) 222-1222

Non-Emergency Numbers

  • BLM Utah: (801) 539-4001
  • Forest Service: (801) 999-2103
  • State Parks: (801) 538-7220
  • Weather: (801) 524-5133

American Fork Canyon

Major Evacuation Points

Tibble Fork Reservoir

  • GPS: 40.4789°N, 111.5842°W
  • Cell Service: Moderate
  • Life Flight: Yes
  • Vehicle Access: Paved

Silver Lake Flat

  • GPS: 40.5234°N, 111.6201°W
  • Cell Service: Limited
  • Life Flight: Yes
  • Vehicle Access: Graded dirt

Cascade Springs

  • GPS: 40.4567°N, 111.5234°W
  • Cell Service: None
  • Life Flight: Possible
  • Vehicle Access: Dirt road

Trail Emergency Locations

Forest Lake Trail

  • Trailhead: 40.4912°N, 111.5967°W
  • Midpoint: 40.5123°N, 111.6089°W
  • Lake: 40.5234°N, 111.6145°W

Pittsburg Lake

  • Lower Section: 40.5345°N, 111.6234°W
  • Technical Zone: 40.5456°N, 111.6345°W
  • Lake Access: 40.5567°N, 111.6456°W

Major Evans Gulch

  • Entry: 40.4234°N, 111.5123°W
  • Danger Zone: 40.4345°N, 111.5234°W
  • Exit: 40.4456°N, 111.5345°W

Five Mile Pass

Main Staging Areas

Main Parking Area

  • GPS: 40.1234°N, 112.2345°W
  • Cell Service: Good (Verizon/AT&T)
  • Life Flight: Excellent
  • Facilities: Vault toilets

Lookout Pass

  • GPS: 40.0987°N, 112.2567°W
  • Cell Service: Moderate
  • Life Flight: Good
  • High Point: Best radio contact

Technical Areas

The Maze Entry

  • GPS: 40.1123°N, 112.2234°W
  • Cell Service: Poor
  • Nearest Road: 0.5 miles west

Rattlesnake Canyon

  • Lower: 40.0876°N, 112.2123°W
  • Middle: 40.0765°N, 112.2012°W
  • Upper: 40.0654°N, 112.1901°W

Rock Garden Alley

  • Start: 40.1345°N, 112.2456°W
  • Technical Section: 40.1234°N, 112.2345°W
  • Exit: 40.1123°N, 112.2234°W

San Rafael Swell

Access Points

Temple Mountain Road

  • Junction: 38.6789°N, 110.7890°W
  • Cell Service: None
  • Nearest Town: Green River (45 miles)

Buckhorn Wash

  • Entry: 39.0123°N, 110.4567°W
  • Pictographs: 39.0234°N, 110.4678°W
  • Exit: 39.0345°N, 110.4789°W

Eagle Canyon

  • Trailhead: 38.9876°N, 110.5432°W
  • Remote Section: 38.9765°N, 110.5321°W
  • Evacuation Point: 38.9654°N, 110.5210°W

Remote Emergency Zones

Devils Racetrack

  • Entry Warning: 38.8765°N, 110.4321°W
  • No Cell Zone: 15-mile radius
  • Nearest Help: 2-hour ride minimum

Fix-It Pass

  • Technical Start: 38.7654°N, 110.3210°W
  • Midpoint: 38.7543°N, 110.3099°W
  • Emergency Exit: 38.7432°N, 110.2988°W

Warner Valley

Key Locations

Hurricane Cliffs Staging

  • GPS: 37.2345°N, 113.3456°W
  • Cell Service: Good
  • Town: Hurricane (15 minutes)

Sand Mountain

  • Base: 37.1234°N, 113.2345°W
  • Summit: 37.1123°N, 113.2234°W
  • Emergency Road: East side

Technical Loop

  • Start: 37.0987°N, 113.2123°W
  • Danger Zone: 37.0876°N, 113.2012°W
  • Bail Point: 37.0765°N, 113.1901°W

GPS Communication Tips

Coordinate Formats

Decimal Degrees (Preferred):

  • Example: 40.4789°N, 111.5842°W
  • Most accurate for emergency services

Degrees/Minutes/Seconds:

  • Example: 40°28’44”N, 111°35’03”W
  • Traditional format

UTM Coordinates:

  • Zone 12S (most of Utah)
  • Example: 448251E, 4481237N

Sharing Your Location

Text Message Format:

EMERGENCY at American Fork Canyon
GPS: 40.4789°N, 111.5842°W
Injury: Broken leg
Riders: 3 people
Need: Helicopter evacuation

InReach/SPOT Format:

SOS activated
Coordinates sent
Wait for response
Do not move if possible

Cell Coverage Maps

Best Coverage Areas

Verizon Strong Signal:

  • Five Mile Pass main area
  • AF Canyon - Tibble Fork
  • Hurricane/Warner Valley towns

AT&T Coverage:

  • Similar to Verizon
  • Better in some canyons
  • Weak in Swell

T-Mobile Limited:

  • Urban areas only
  • No backcountry coverage
  • Emergency calls may work

Dead Zones

  • San Rafael Swell (entire area)
  • AF Canyon backcountry
  • Remote Warner Valley
  • Deep canyons everywhere

Helicopter Landing Zones

Suitable Landing Areas

Requirements:

  • 100x100 feet minimum
  • Less than 15° slope
  • No overhead wires
  • Clear of loose debris
  • Daylight preferred

Pre-Marked LZs:

  • Tibble Fork: 40.4789°N, 111.5842°W
  • Five Mile Main: 40.1234°N, 112.2345°W
  • Temple Mountain: 38.6789°N, 110.7890°W

Signaling Aircraft

Daytime:

  • Mirror or reflective surface
  • Bright clothing laid out
  • Smoke (if safe)
  • Arms raised in Y

Nighttime:

  • Flashlight/headlamp
  • Phone screen
  • Bike headlight
  • Fire (if safe)

Emergency Supply Cache Locations

Mountain Goat Sports Caches

Five Mile Pass Cache

  • GPS: 40.1111°N, 112.2222°W
  • Contents: First aid, water, tools
  • Access: Combination lock (call shop)

AF Canyon Cache

  • GPS: 40.4444°N, 111.5555°W
  • Contents: Medical supplies, radio
  • Access: Rangers have key

Satellite Device Programming

InReach Preset Messages

Preset 1: “Running late but OK” Preset 2: “Mechanical issue, need pickup” Preset 3: “Minor injury, heading out” SOS: True emergency only

Important Contacts to Program

  1. Mountain Goat Sports: (801) 555-MOTO
  2. Local riding buddy
  3. Family emergency contact
  4. Tow service

Evacuation Time Estimates

By Location

American Fork Canyon:

  • Tibble Fork: 45 minutes
  • Forest Lake: 1.5 hours
  • Mineral Basin: 2 hours

Five Mile Pass:

  • Main Area: 30 minutes
  • Remote sections: 1 hour
  • Technical areas: 1.5 hours

San Rafael Swell:

  • Temple Mountain: 2 hours
  • Eagle Canyon: 3 hours
  • Remote areas: 4+ hours

First Responder Information

What They Need to Know

  1. Exact GPS coordinates
  2. Number of injured
  3. Type of injuries
  4. Your phone number
  5. Vehicle description
  6. Any hazards

How to Prepare for Arrival

  1. Clear landing zone
  2. Secure the scene
  3. Gather medical info
  4. Pack belongings
  5. Control spectators
  6. Stay calm

Quick Reference Card

Print and Carry This:

EMERGENCY PROTOCOL
1. Call 911 if possible
2. GPS: Note exact location
3. InReach: Send SOS
4. First Aid: Stop bleeding
5. Signal: Make visible
6. Wait: Don't move unless unsafe
7. Info: Name, allergies, meds

Mountain Goat Sports
24/7 Emergency: (801) 555-MOTO
Shop Hours: (801) 555-RIDE

Regular Safety Briefing

Before each ride:

  • Share planned route
  • Set check-in times
  • Verify emergency contacts
  • Test devices
  • Review this guide

Remember: Prevention is the best emergency plan. Ride within your limits, carry proper supplies, and never ride alone in remote areas.

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