The Gooseberry Mesa loop is known for its challenging loop. Beginners are encouraged to try a different route in St. George. Instead, Gooseberry Mesa is intended for intermediate to advanced cyclists. That’s due to a few factors. For one, beginners may find an 11-mile loop to be rather long (an average rider will take 4 hours or more to complete it). For another, there are a lot of technical skills required, due to frequent uphills and downhills. It’s definitely worth a ride, just not for beginners.