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
$22–$74
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.
Planning Tips
- Scenic routes often have fewer gas stations and services. Top off your tank before heading into mountainous or rural stretches.
- Budget extra time for scenic drives — pulling over for views, photos, and short hikes is half the point.
- Check weather conditions for mountain passes and high-elevation stretches, especially in shoulder seasons.
Frequently Asked Questions
Top Scenic Routes
Editor's pick
Saint George, UT → Vernal, UT
Through: Price
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
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
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
Logan, UT → Washington, UT
Saint George, UT → Garland, UT
Logan, UT → Hurricane, UT
Ogden, UT → Ivins, UT
Blanding, UT → Ogden, UT
Through: Salt Lake City
Layton, UT → Kanab, UT
Saint George, UT → Wendover, UT
Layton, UT → Ivins, UT
Logan, UT → Cedar City, UT
Saint George, UT → Syracuse, UT
Logan, UT → Enoch, UT
Layton, UT → Washington, UT
Salt Lake City, UT → Hildale, UT
Through: Hurricane
Layton, UT → Enterprise, UT
Hildale, UT → West Valley City, UT
Layton, UT → Hurricane, UT
Kanab, UT → West Valley City, UT
Kanab, UT → Millcreek, UT
Layton, UT → Toquerville, UT
Blanding, UT → Millcreek, UT
Through: Salt Lake City
Saint George, UT → Mount Olympus, UT
Kanab, UT → Sandy Hills, UT
Hildale, UT → South Jordan, UT
Ivins, UT → Sandy Hills, UT
Saint George, UT → Stansbury park, UT
Salt Lake City, UT → Enterprise, UT
Saint George, UT → Bluffdale, UT
Ivins, UT → Lehi, UT
Saint George, UT → Alpine, UT
Hurricane, UT → Riverton, UT
Layton, UT → Cedar City, UT
Saint George, UT → Pleasant Grove, UT
Saint George, UT → Genola, UT
Saint George, UT → Fairview, UT
Through: Denver
Saint George, UT → Santaquin, UT
Cedar City, UT → Draper, UT
Logan, UT → Price, UT
Salt Lake City, UT → Beaver, UT
Layton, UT → Monroe, UT
Ogden, UT → Orangeville, UT
Through: Price
Ogden, UT → Salina, UT
Layton, UT → Richfield, UT
Ogden, UT → East Carbon City, UT
Through: Price
Salt Lake City, UT → Monroe, UT
Layton, UT → Fillmore, UT
Layton, UT → East Carbon City, UT
Through: Price
Logan, UT → Nephi, UT
Orem, UT → Wendover, UT
Through: Salt Lake City International Airport
Layton, UT → Delta, UT
Ogden, UT → Ephraim, UT
Ogden, UT → Carbonville, UT
Through: Price
Layton, UT → Manti, UT
Layton, UT → Carbonville, UT
Through: Price
Provo, UT → River Heights, UT
Orem, UT → River Heights, UT
Layton, UT → Fountain Green, UT