Road Trips from Salt Lake City, UT
Salt Lake City sets you up for a variety of road trips, whether you're looking for a quick escape or a longer adventure. You've got several options within a couple of hours that offer parks like Timpanogos Cave National Monument, and even more extended drives that can get you to places like Arches or Zion National Parks. The terrain varies from flat valleys to high-altitude routes with climbs, giving you different driving experiences depending on your destination.
Total Routes
6
Shortest
0.3h
With Parks Nearby
6
Under 2 hours
Full-day getaway
Weekend trip
Hildale, UT
5h 27m314 mi one way
Hildale is the furthest option at 5.5 hours, mostly highway driving with high-altitude climbs. It has a drive score of 8 and offers access to Zion National Park, Cedar Breaks National Monument, and Timpanogos Cave National Monument.
Enterprise, UT
5h 6m291.6 mi one way
Browse by Mood
Hildale, UT
5h 27m314 mi one way
Beaver, UT
3h 25m198.7 mi one way
Monroe, UT
3h 11m175.4 mi one way
Enterprise, UT
5h 6m291.6 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Spring offers opportunities to explore Timpanogos Cave National Monument and other parks accessible via routes with high-altitude sections.
Summer
Summer is ideal for longer drives to parks like Arches and Zion, with routes featuring climbs and varied terrain.
Fall
Fall drives can take advantage of routes with high-altitude sections, potentially offering scenic views before winter.
Winter
While some high-altitude sections may be challenging, winter road trips can still access parks like Timpanogos Cave National Monument.
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