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Scenic Drives in Utah

Routes

60

Avg Distance

333 mi

Avg Drive

5h 49m

Destinations

32

Utah's scenic drives offer some of the most dramatic elevation changes in the US, with routes frequently climbing over 5,000 feet and reaching over 9,000 feet in mountain terrain. The state boasts 60 routes averaging 332 miles and nearly 6 hours, with drive scores consistently hitting 8. This collection highlights the vertical aspect of Utah's beauty, from high-altitude climbs to significant elevation gains, all while traversing diverse landscapes.

Fuel snapshot for this state

Regular

$4.58/gal

Diesel: $6.18/gal

Typical trip cost

$55–$72

One-way, ~333 mi avg @ 25.4 MPG

CO₂ per trip

~117 kg

ICE vehicle, one-way average

Source: US Energy Information Administration • week of 2026-10-12

Climate through the year: Utah

Utah peaks at around 94°F in Jul and cools to 39°F / 24°F in Jan. Wettest month is Apr at ~2.2 in of rain.

Month High °F Low °F Rain in Snow in
Jan 39 24 1.4 12.7
Feb 45 29 1.3 10.7
Mar 55 36 1.8 5.9
Apr 62 42 2.2 2.9
May 73 50 1.8 0.1
Jun 84 59 1 —
Jul 94 68 0.5 —
Aug 92 67 0.6 —
Sep 81 56 1.1 —
Oct 66 44 1.3 0.5
Nov 51 33 1.3 7
Dec 39 25 1.4 12.1

Source: NOAA NCEI Monthly Climate Normals, 1991–2020 reference period. Sampled at the major-airport station for UT — microclimates along specific routes can vary significantly.

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Frequently Asked Questions

We rate routes on a 1-10 drive score based on elevation changes, road variety, and terrain diversity. The 60 routes listed here all score 7 or higher.
Current regular gas averages $4.58/gallon in Utah (week of 2026-10-12). Diesel: $6.18/gallon. A typical one-way trip on these routes costs between $55 and $72. Source: US Energy Information Administration.
Drive times and distances come from OSRM routing over real OpenStreetMap road networks. Fuel costs use weekly US Energy Information Administration state-level gas prices. Drive scores factor in elevation profile, road variety, and terrain. EV charging data is sourced from NREL. Climate normals come from NOAA NCEI (1991–2020 reference period). Hazard data comes from FEMA and USGS public feeds.
Yes. Click any route to see its full trip page with turn-by-turn directions, fuel cost estimates, elevation profile, stop suggestions, weather conditions, and more.

Top Scenic Routes

Editor's pick

Saint George, UT → Vernal, UT

402.4 mi 7h 18m Score: 8/10 ~$72 fuel

Through: Price

5 tricky spots High drive quality

This drive reaches a staggering 9,077 feet, showcasing mountain driving with substantial elevation changes. Its 402-mile span offers access to parks, making it a compelling choice for those seeking high-altitude vistas and varied terrain.

Editor's pick

Logan, UT → Ivins, UT

389.6 mi 6h 45m Score: 8/10 ~$70 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

With high-altitude sections and notable climbs up to 5,876 feet, this 389-mile route provides a significant vertical experience. It also features park access, adding natural attractions to its elevated landscape.

Editor's pick

Santa Clara, UT → Logan, UT

386.7 mi 6h 42m Score: 8/10 ~$70 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

This 386-mile route includes high-altitude sections and climbs reaching nearly 5,900 feet. The inclusion of park access complements the challenging, elevated terrain characteristic of Utah's most striking drives.

Logan, UT → Saint George, UT

382.5 mi 6h 33m Score: 8/10 ~$69 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Saint George, UT → Providence, UT

382 mi 6h 34m Score: 8/10 ~$69 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Hyrum, UT → Saint George, UT

378.4 mi 6h 27m Score: 8/10 ~$68 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Logan, UT → Washington, UT

377.8 mi 6h 26m Score: 8/10 ~$68 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Saint George, UT → Garland, UT

375.5 mi 6h 21m Score: 8/10 ~$68 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Saint George, UT → Roosevelt, UT

372.4 mi 6h 43m Score: 8/10 ~$67 fuel

Through: Price

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Logan, UT → Hurricane, UT

370.6 mi 6h 24m Score: 8/10 ~$67 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Liberty, UT → Saint George, UT

353.9 mi 6h 9m Score: 8/10 ~$64 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Saint George, UT → Willard, UT

350.4 mi 5h 56m Score: 8/10 ~$63 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Ogden, UT → Hildale, UT

349.3 mi 6h 4m Score: 8/10 ~$63 fuel

Through: Hurricane

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Ogden, UT → Kanab, UT

347.3 mi 6h 19m Score: 9/10 ~$63 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Saint George, UT → Pleasant View, UT

345.7 mi 5h 51m Score: 8/10 ~$62 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Ogden, UT → Ivins, UT

344.8 mi 5h 55m Score: 8/10 ~$62 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Duchesne, UT → Saint George, UT

344.4 mi 6h 10m Score: 8/10 ~$62 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Blanding, UT → Ogden, UT

343.4 mi 6h 43m Score: 9/10 ~$62 fuel

Through: Salt Lake City

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Santa Clara, UT → Ogden, UT

341.8 mi 5h 50m Score: 8/10 ~$62 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Harrisville, UT → Saint George, UT

341.8 mi 5h 49m Score: 8/10 ~$62 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Saint George, UT → Ogden, UT

337.7 mi 5h 42m Score: 8/10 ~$61 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Layton, UT → Kanab, UT

334 mi 6h 3m Score: 9/10 ~$60 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Saint George, UT → South Ogden, UT

333.8 mi 5h 39m Score: 8/10 ~$60 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Saint George, UT → Wendover, UT

333.5 mi 6h 33m Score: 8/10 ~$60 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Saint George, UT → West Point, UT

332.8 mi 5h 38m Score: 8/10 ~$60 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Roy, UT → Saint George, UT

332.1 mi 5h 34m Score: 8/10 ~$60 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Layton, UT → Ivins, UT

331.5 mi 5h 39m Score: 8/10 ~$60 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Logan, UT → Cedar City, UT

330.5 mi 5h 42m Score: 8/10 ~$60 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Blanding, UT → Layton, UT

330.3 mi 6h 28m Score: 9/10 ~$59 fuel

Through: Salt Lake City

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Saint George, UT → Syracuse, UT

330.1 mi 5h 35m Score: 8/10 ~$59 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Saint George, UT → South Weber, UT

329.3 mi 5h 34m Score: 8/10 ~$59 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Uintah, UT → Saint George, UT

329.1 mi 5h 33m Score: 8/10 ~$59 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Layton, UT → Santa Clara, UT

328.4 mi 5h 34m Score: 8/10 ~$59 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Saint George, UT → Layton, UT

324.6 mi 5h 27m Score: 8/10 ~$58 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Logan, UT → Enoch, UT

324.5 mi 5h 39m Score: 8/10 ~$58 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Ogden, UT → Monticello, UT

323 mi 6h 17m Score: 8/10 ~$58 fuel

Through: Price → Moab → Arches +2 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Saint George, UT → Kaysville, UT

321.9 mi 5h 26m Score: 8/10 ~$58 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Layton, UT → Washington, UT

319.6 mi 5h 20m Score: 8/10 ~$58 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Toquerville, UT → Ogden, UT

319.6 mi 5h 21m Score: 8/10 ~$58 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Farmington, UT → Saint George, UT

317.4 mi 5h 20m Score: 8/10 ~$57 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Salt Lake City, UT → Hildale, UT

314 mi 5h 27m Score: 8/10 ~$57 fuel

Through: Hurricane

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Layton, UT → Enterprise, UT

313.6 mi 5h 27m Score: 8/10 ~$56 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Hildale, UT → West Valley City, UT

313.5 mi 5h 28m Score: 8/10 ~$56 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Layton, UT → Hurricane, UT

312.4 mi 5h 17m Score: 8/10 ~$56 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Kanab, UT → West Valley City, UT

311.6 mi 5h 42m Score: 8/10 ~$56 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Woods Cross, UT → Saint George, UT

310 mi 5h 12m Score: 8/10 ~$56 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Salt Lake City, UT → Ivins, UT

309.6 mi 5h 18m Score: 8/10 ~$56 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Magna, UT → Saint George, UT

308.9 mi 5h 13m Score: 8/10 ~$56 fuel

Through: Las Vegas

5 tricky spots High drive quality

West Valley City, UT → Ivins, UT

307.8 mi 5h 18m Score: 8/10 ~$55 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Kanab, UT → Millcreek, UT

307.1 mi 5h 35m Score: 8/10 ~$55 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Santa Clara, UT → Salt Lake City, UT

306.7 mi 5h 12m Score: 8/10 ~$55 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

West Valley City, UT → Blanding, UT

306.7 mi 6h 8m Score: 8/10 ~$55 fuel

Through: Price → Moab → Arches +2 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Saint George, UT → Highland, UT

306.5 mi 5h 16m Score: 8/10 ~$58 fuel

Through: Bangerter Highway → Riverton

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Layton, UT → Toquerville, UT

306.4 mi 5h 6m Score: 8/10 ~$55 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Millcreek, UT → Ivins, UT

304.7 mi 5h 12m Score: 8/10 ~$55 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

West Valley City, UT → Santa Clara, UT

304.7 mi 5h 14m Score: 8/10 ~$55 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Taylorsville, UT → Ivins, UT

304.4 mi 5h 11m Score: 8/10 ~$55 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

East Carbon City, UT → Saint George, UT

304.3 mi 5h 45m Score: 10/10 ~$55 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

West Jordan, UT → Hildale, UT

304.3 mi 5h 17m Score: 8/10 ~$55 fuel

Through: Hurricane

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Blanding, UT → Millcreek, UT

303.3 mi 6h 1m Score: 9/10 ~$55 fuel

Through: Salt Lake City

5 tricky spots High drive quality

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