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Scenic Drives in Utah

Routes

60

Avg Distance

264 mi

Avg Drive

4h 40m

Destinations

46

Utah's scenic drives offer a dramatic landscape, with routes frequently navigating mountain terrain and significant elevation changes. You'll find drives with a high drive score, reaching up to 9,077 feet. With 60 routes on record, averaging 263 miles and nearly 5 hours, you can explore a variety of routes. For those looking for convenient charging, some routes boast excellent EV coverage with dozens of DC fast chargers.

Fuel snapshot for this state

Regular

$4.47/gal

Diesel: $5.35/gal

Typical trip cost

$21–$71

One-way, ~264 mi avg @ 25.4 MPG

CO₂ per trip

~92 kg

ICE vehicle, one-way average

Source: US Energy Information Administration • week of 2026-06-01

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 $4.47/gallon in Utah (week of 2026-06-01). Diesel: $5.35/gallon. A typical one-way trip on these routes costs between $21 and $71. 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 ~$71 fuel

Through: Price

5 tricky spots High drive quality

This route stands out for its impressive maximum elevation of 9,077 feet, offering mountain driving with substantial altitude shifts across its 402-mile span. It also provides access to parks, making it a journey through varied terrain.

Editor's pick

Logan, UT → Ivins, UT

389.6 mi 6h 45m Score: 8/10 ~$68 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Boasting excellent EV coverage with 49 DC fast chargers, this 389-mile drive features high-altitude sections and notable climbs. Its high drive score and park access make it a compelling option for electric vehicle travelers.

Editor's pick

Santa Clara, UT → Logan, UT

386.7 mi 6h 42m Score: 8/10 ~$68 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

With 34 DC fast chargers and excellent EV coverage, this 386-mile route is an attractive choice for electric vehicle road trips. It traverses high-altitude terrain with significant climbs, promising dynamic driving conditions.

Saint George, UT → Providence, UT

382 mi 6h 34m Score: 8/10 ~$71 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Logan, UT → Washington, UT

377.8 mi 6h 26m Score: 8/10 ~$66 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Saint George, UT → Garland, UT

375.5 mi 6h 21m Score: 8/10 ~$66 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Logan, UT → Hurricane, UT

370.6 mi 6h 24m Score: 8/10 ~$65 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Ogden, UT → Ivins, UT

344.8 mi 5h 55m Score: 8/10 ~$61 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Blanding, UT → Ogden, UT

343.4 mi 6h 43m Score: 9/10 ~$60 fuel

Through: Salt Lake City

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Layton, UT → Kanab, UT

334 mi 6h 3m Score: 9/10 ~$59 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Saint George, UT → Wendover, UT

333.5 mi 6h 33m Score: 8/10 ~$59 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Layton, UT → Ivins, UT

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

Logan, UT → Cedar City, UT

330.5 mi 5h 42m Score: 8/10 ~$58 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Saint George, UT → Syracuse, UT

330.1 mi 5h 35m Score: 8/10 ~$58 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Logan, UT → Enoch, UT

324.5 mi 5h 39m Score: 8/10 ~$57 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Layton, UT → Washington, UT

319.6 mi 5h 20m Score: 8/10 ~$56 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Salt Lake City, UT → Hildale, UT

314 mi 5h 27m Score: 8/10 ~$55 fuel

Through: Hurricane

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Layton, UT → Enterprise, UT

313.6 mi 5h 27m Score: 8/10 ~$55 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Hildale, UT → West Valley City, UT

313.5 mi 5h 28m Score: 8/10 ~$55 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Layton, UT → Hurricane, UT

312.4 mi 5h 17m Score: 8/10 ~$55 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Kanab, UT → West Valley City, UT

311.6 mi 5h 42m Score: 8/10 ~$55 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Kanab, UT → Millcreek, UT

307.1 mi 5h 35m Score: 8/10 ~$54 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Layton, UT → Toquerville, UT

306.4 mi 5h 6m Score: 8/10 ~$54 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Blanding, UT → Millcreek, UT

303.3 mi 6h 1m Score: 9/10 ~$53 fuel

Through: Salt Lake City

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Saint George, UT → Mount Olympus, UT

301.7 mi 5h 5m Score: 8/10 ~$53 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Kanab, UT → Sandy Hills, UT

300.9 mi 5h 30m Score: 8/10 ~$53 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Hildale, UT → South Jordan, UT

300.7 mi 5h 11m Score: 8/10 ~$53 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Ivins, UT → Sandy Hills, UT

298.6 mi 5h 7m Score: 8/10 ~$52 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Saint George, UT → Stansbury park, UT

293 mi 5h 27m Score: 9/10 ~$52 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Salt Lake City, UT → Enterprise, UT

291.6 mi 5h 6m Score: 8/10 ~$51 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Saint George, UT → Bluffdale, UT

287.2 mi 4h 48m Score: 8/10 ~$53 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Ivins, UT → Lehi, UT

281.9 mi 4h 47m Score: 8/10 ~$50 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Saint George, UT → Alpine, UT

276.6 mi 4h 41m Score: 8/10 ~$49 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Hurricane, UT → Riverton, UT

275.7 mi 4h 39m Score: 8/10 ~$48 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Layton, UT → Cedar City, UT

272.3 mi 4h 35m Score: 8/10 ~$48 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Saint George, UT → Pleasant Grove, UT

269.6 mi 4h 31m Score: 8/10 ~$50 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Saint George, UT → Genola, UT

243.8 mi 4h 8m Score: 8/10 ~$43 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Saint George, UT → Fairview, UT

240.9 mi 4h 18m Score: 10/10 ~$42 fuel

Through: Denver

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Saint George, UT → Santaquin, UT

239.3 mi 3h 57m Score: 8/10 ~$44 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Cedar City, UT → Draper, UT

234.4 mi 3h 55m Score: 9/10 ~$41 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Logan, UT → Price, UT

199 mi 3h 50m Score: 8/10 ~$37 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Salt Lake City, UT → Beaver, UT

198.7 mi 3h 25m Score: 8/10 ~$35 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Layton, UT → Monroe, UT

197.3 mi 3h 32m Score: 8/10 ~$35 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Ogden, UT → Orangeville, UT

185.3 mi 3h 44m Score: 8/10 ~$33 fuel

Through: Price

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Ogden, UT → Salina, UT

184.5 mi 3h 18m Score: 8/10 ~$34 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Layton, UT → Richfield, UT

184.3 mi 3h 18m Score: 8/10 ~$32 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Ogden, UT → East Carbon City, UT

178.3 mi 3h 35m Score: 8/10 ~$31 fuel

Through: Price

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Salt Lake City, UT → Monroe, UT

175.4 mi 3h 11m Score: 8/10 ~$31 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Layton, UT → Fillmore, UT

165.8 mi 2h 52m Score: 8/10 ~$31 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Layton, UT → East Carbon City, UT

165 mi 3h 19m Score: 8/10 ~$29 fuel

Through: Price

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Logan, UT → Nephi, UT

163.6 mi 2h 59m Score: 8/10 ~$29 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Orem, UT → Wendover, UT

158.5 mi 2h 39m Score: 9/10 ~$28 fuel

Through: Salt Lake City International Airport

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Layton, UT → Delta, UT

155.3 mi 2h 55m Score: 8/10 ~$27 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Ogden, UT → Ephraim, UT

152.6 mi 2h 53m Score: 8/10 ~$27 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Ogden, UT → Carbonville, UT

151.6 mi 2h 57m Score: 8/10 ~$28 fuel

Through: Price

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Layton, UT → Manti, UT

146.1 mi 2h 46m Score: 8/10 ~$26 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Layton, UT → Carbonville, UT

138.2 mi 2h 41m Score: 8/10 ~$24 fuel

Through: Price

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Provo, UT → River Heights, UT

124.5 mi 2h 20m Score: 8/10 ~$22 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Orem, UT → River Heights, UT

119.1 mi 2h 15m Score: 8/10 ~$21 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Layton, UT → Fountain Green, UT

118.8 mi 2h 9m Score: 8/10 ~$21 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

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