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The Roads
Less TraveledDiscover the iconic scenic highways and backways that weave through the heart of the American Southwest.
Scenic Highways and Backways
Navigate the ancient canyons and sweeping vistas of our most iconic highways.
Highway 72
Stretching from the rugged outpost of Hanksville to the red rock canyons of Blanding, Highway 95 is a journey into...
Burr Trail Scenic Backway
Stretching from the rugged outpost of Hanksville to the red rock canyons of Blanding, Highway 95 is a journey into...
Cathedral Valley Loop
Venture into the remote, northern reaches of Capitol Reef National Park on a 58-mile rugged backcountry trek. This dirt loop...
Fish Lake Scenic Byway
Venture high above the desert floor on the paved Fish Lake Scenic Byway (U-25). This breathtaking alpine drive climbs to...
Highway 12
Often called “A Journey Through Time,” Scenic Byway 12 is more than a road—it’s a destination. Spanning 124 miles from...
Highway 24
The lifeblood of Capitol Reef Country, Highway 24 is one of America’s most spectacular scenic drives. Spanning 75 miles from...
Highway 95
Stretching from the rugged outpost of Hanksville to the red rock canyons of Blanding, Highway 95 is a journey into...
A World-Class Road Trip Destination
Capitol Reef Country is home to some of the most celebrated scenic drives in the world. Whether you're crossing the high-altitude plateaus of Byway 12 or traversing the red rock corridors of Highway 24, every mile reveals a new geological wonder. Prepare for an unforgettable journey through the rugged heart of Utah.