Road Trips from Ogden, UT
Ogden is your launchpad for a variety of Utah drives, whether you're looking for a quick trip or a more substantial excursion. You have options ranging from under 2 hours to over 3 hours, with a mix of terrain that includes both flat stretches and climbs. Several nearby parks, including Timpanogos Cave National Monument, are accessible on day trips, and for a longer adventure, you can head south towards Zion National Park. It's a solid base for exploring Utah's diverse landscapes.
Total Routes
13
Shortest
1.3h
With Parks Nearby
13
Under 2 hours
Park City, UT
1h 21m68.2 mi one way
This 1.4-hour drive to Park City offers a higher drive score (9) and features mixed highway and surface roads with some challenging climbs. It's a shorter option than heading to East Carbon City but provides a more dynamic route with potential for scenic views.
Payson, UT
1h 44m94 mi one way
For a mostly flat, 1.7-hour drive, Payson is a good choice. It covers 94 miles on surface roads and has a moderate drive score of 7. This route is similar in terrain to American Fork but is a bit longer.
American Fork, UT
1h 16m66.8 mi one way
At 1.3 hours and 66.8 miles, American Fork is a quick trip on mostly surface roads. It shares a similar drive score (7) and flat terrain profile with Saratoga Springs, making it an easy day trip.
Saratoga Springs, UT
1h 22m66.7 mi one way
This 1.4-hour drive to Saratoga Springs is very similar in length and profile to American Fork, covering 66.7 miles on surface roads with a drive score of 7. The terrain is mostly flat, ideal for a relaxed outing.
Cedar Hills, UT
1h 20m68.3 mi one way
Cedar Hills is a 1.3-hour, 68.3-mile destination with mostly surface roads and a drive score of 7. The terrain is gently rolling, offering a slight variation from the flatter routes like Payson.
Full-day getaway
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Nephi, UT
2h 9m118.8 mi one way
Consider Nephi for a longer drive, 2.2 hours and 118.8 miles, with a higher drive score of 8. This route includes high-altitude sections and notable climbs, distinguishing it from the flatter drives closer to Ogden.
East Carbon City, UT
3h 35m178.3 mi one way
This extensive 3.6-hour trip covers 178.3 miles to East Carbon City. The route features high-altitude sections and climbs, offering a more challenging drive than many of the closer destinations.
Ephraim, UT
2h 53m152.6 mi one way
Ephraim is a 2.9-hour drive, totaling 152.6 miles. The route has a drive score of 8 and includes high-altitude sections with climbs, making it a more involved journey than shorter options.
Salina, UT
3h 18m184.5 mi one way
The drive to Salina is 3.3 hours and 184.5 miles, with a drive score of 8. Expect high-altitude sections and notable climbs on this longer route, which is one of the furthest options from Ogden.
Genola, UT
2h104.4 mi one way
Genola is a 2-hour drive, spanning 104.4 miles on mostly surface roads. The terrain is mostly flat, making it a straightforward option comparable to other nearby, longer flat drives.
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Park City, UT
1h 21m68.2 mi one way
Ivins, UT
5h 55m344.8 mi one way
Nephi, UT
2h 9m118.8 mi one way
East Carbon City, UT
3h 35m178.3 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Spring offers access to Timpanogos Cave National Monument and drives with varied terrain, including high-altitude sections that may still have snow.
Summer
Summer provides ideal conditions for exploring all routes, including the longer drives to parks like Zion National Park, with generally clear terrain.
Fall
Fall is suitable for drives with high-altitude sections and climbs, as the terrain becomes accessible for scenic viewing before winter.
Winter
Winter travel may be impacted by conditions on high-altitude sections and climbs; closer, flatter routes are more reliably accessible.
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