Road Trips from Saint George, UT
Saint George is your launchpad for exploring southern Utah's incredible landscapes. You've got options ranging from quick, scenic drives to nearby natural wonders to longer hauls that get you further north into the state's varied terrain. Several routes offer access to national parks within a few hours, making day trips or short overnights easy. For those wanting to cover more ground, there are destinations over 300 miles away, offering a different scale of adventure.
Total Routes
14
Shortest
1.1h
With Parks Nearby
13
Under 2 hours
Full-day getaway
Weekend trip
12 total in this range
Fairview, UT
4h 18m240.9 mi one way
Fairview is a comparable trip to Ferron, at 240.9 miles and 4.3 hours. It also has a drive score of 10 and a profile of mixed highway and surface roads. You'll have access to Cedar Breaks National Monument and Zion National Park, making it a good choice for exploring Utah's parks.
Stansbury park, UT
5h 27m293 mi one way
Syracuse, UT
5h 35m330.1 mi one way
This is your longest day trip at 330.1 miles, taking 5.6 hours. The route includes high-altitude sections with climbs. It offers access to Timpanogos Cave National Monument, Cedar Breaks National Monument, and Zion National Park, providing the most extensive park access among the longer drives.
Mount Olympus, UT
5h 5m301.7 mi one way
Garland, UT
6h 21m375.5 mi one way
Garland is the furthest destination at 375.5 miles, requiring 6.4 hours of driving. This route uses mostly surface roads. Similar to Syracuse, it provides access to Timpanogos Cave National Monument, Cedar Breaks National Monument, and Zion National Park, making it suitable for those seeking maximum park exploration.
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Fairview, UT
4h 18m240.9 mi one way
Stansbury park, UT
5h 27m293 mi one way
Syracuse, UT
5h 35m330.1 mi one way
Mount Olympus, UT
5h 5m301.7 mi one way
Fairview, UT
4h 18m240.9 mi one way
Santaquin, UT
3h 57m239.3 mi one way
Vernal, UT
7h 18m402.4 mi one way
Wendover, UT
6h 33m333.5 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Spring offers pleasant temperatures for exploring Zion National Park and Cedar Breaks National Monument, accessible via many of these routes. The longer drives north will see more varied conditions as you gain elevation.
Summer
Summer heat is intense in southern Utah, making early mornings or late afternoons ideal for park visits. The longer drives north will encounter high-altitude conditions, potentially offering cooler temperatures.
Fall
Fall presents cooler weather, perfect for longer drives and park exploration. The scenery around Zion and Cedar Breaks National Monument will be enhanced by autumn colors.
Winter
Winter can bring snow and ice to higher elevations like Cedar Breaks National Monument, potentially impacting longer routes. Zion National Park remains accessible, though some conditions may vary.
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