Utah route stop · Byway 12
The Hogback
a ridge-top road with sheer drops on both sides
Featured driveUtah Scenic Byway 12
StateUtah
Drive length~124 miles
Trip time1–2 days
The Hogback is one of the places Roamward flags on the Utah Scenic Byway 12 because it gives the drive its texture: a ridge-top road with sheer drops on both sides. Use it as a planned pull-over instead of letting the route become a blur between towns.
How it fits the drive
The Byway 12 runs Bryce Canyon → Torrey, UT. Red rock between two national parks.
Plan around it
Nearby route stops
- Escalante — gateway to Grand Staircase slot canyons (Byway 12)
- Boulder Mountain to Torrey — aspens and the descent to Capitol Reef (Byway 12)
Conditions, access, parking, fees, weather, and seasonal closures can change quickly on scenic routes. Check the managing agency or local visitor information before committing to a side stop.
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