Highway 12 Scenic Byway

Highway 12 Scenic Byway
Junction of US 89 to the Junction of Highway 24

Highway 12 is one of the most scenic highways in North America. Running about 120 miles from its junction with US 89 near Panguitch to its junction with State Highway 24 near Torrey, the paved route passes through some of the most spectacular red rock country in Utah, and provides access to several national parks and monuments, as well as several State parks and Forest Service areas. The Highway 12 Scenic Byway has been named Utah's first All-American Road.

Area:	N/A
Elevation:	US 89 Junction: 6,841 feet Bryce Entrance: 7,617 feet Tropic: 6,343 feet Escalante: 5,809 feet Boulder: 6,775 feet Boulder Mountain: 9,828 feet State 24 Junction: 6,846 feet
Fees:	No
Hours:	N/A
Visitor Center:	No
Facilities:	None
Directions:	From the west, the Highway 12 Scenic Byway begins at the junction of US Highway 89, and heads east. From the Northeast, the Scenic Byway begins near the town of Torrey, at the junction with State Highway 24, and heads south. Get directions from Google Maps. Get directions from MapQuest.
Coordinates:	Map Coordinates: US 89 Junction: 37 45.037N; 112 23.022W State 24 Junction: 38 17.853N; 111 24.121W
Weather:	See area weather chart. See Canyon Country Weather for more information. Sunrise/Sunset

Regulations:	See American Antiquities Act of 1906. See Archaeological Resources Protection Act of 1979. See Pets in the Parks and Backcountry. See Encountering Wild Animals.
Precautions:	See Backcountry Considerations. See Backcountry Emergencies.

Highway 12 Scenic Byway, Utah.

Camping

There are established campgrounds and primitive campsites all along this route. See the Landmarks section for possibilities.

Hiking

There are established hiking trails in many of the locations along this route. See the Landmarks section for options.

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