Unpaved/partially paved roads that run through Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument.Roads that also go through or are adjacent to Glen Canyon are highlighted.Do not take any of these roads if it is raining or snowing, or if rain or snow is forecasted.When water has pooled on the roads or muddy intimidating bogs block passage, turn around, staying on the road. Never drive off the road in an attempt to circumvent the blockage. Not only are you likely to get into more trouble off of the road, even damaging your vehicle, you will cause extensive damage to fragile native plant communities. Regulations do require that all vehicles must stay on designated roads.
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Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Road ReportWednesday, March 12, 2025 |
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All road conditions can change RAPIDLY due to weather. Please contact the nearest visitor center for the most current conditions. |
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Roads to the East |
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Name |
Date |
Road |
Comments |
Burr Trail |
3/3/2025 |
2WD |
Wet pavement from recent snow squall. |
Notom-Bullfrog |
3/9/2025 |
2WD |
2WD, conditions subject to change with incoming moisture. Per Capitol Reef NPS Report. |
Road to Bullfrog Marina |
3/9/2025 |
2WD |
2WD for crossing. Conditions subject to change! Per Capitol Reef NPS report. |
Wolverine Loop |
2/18/2025 |
2WD High Clearance |
Road is dry, recommend 2WD High Clearance. |
Cedar Wash |
3/7/2025 |
2WD High Clearance |
Road is in good condition but watch for sandy spots. |
Hole in the Rock |
3/10/2025 |
2WD High Clearance |
County has graded the road to the Soda. Recommend HC-4WD for last 7 miles. |
Spencer Flat |
1/22/2025 |
2WD High Clearance |
Though not strictly necessary, 4WD is handy for some sandy and/or steep sections of the road. Graded a couple of months ago and still in good condition. |
Roads to the North |
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Name |
Date |
Road |
Comments |
Hells Backbone |
3/11/2025 |
Impassable |
Impassable! |
Posey Lake to Loa |
3/11/2025 |
Impassable |
Impassable! |
Whites Flat (FR#152) |
3/11/2025 |
Impassable |
Impassable! |
Griffin Top |
3/11/2025 |
Impassable |
Impassable! |
North Creek (FR#149) |
3/11/2025 |
Impassable |
Impassable! |
Main Canyon |
3/11/2025 |
Impassable |
Impassable at Forest Service boundary! |
Roads to the Central Areas |
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Name |
Date |
Condition |
Comments |
Smoky Mountain -Alvey Wash |
2/27/2025 |
2WD High Clearance |
Dusty, rugged, remote, be prepared |
Left Hand Collet |
3/12/2025 |
4WD High Clearance |
Not recommended due to ice build up in canyon! |
Croton |
2/27/2025 |
4WD High Clearance |
4WD High Clearance required and large vehicles (full size trucks) will struggle because recent rockfalls have made the road narrow and steep in spots. |
Smoky Hollow |
2/21/2025 |
2WD High Clearance |
Some rough spots at drainages. |
Roads to the West |
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Name |
Date |
Road |
Comments |
Cottonwood |
3/10/2025 |
2WD |
Dry, but rutted. Accessible to most sedans. |
Skutumpah |
3/10/2025 |
4WD High Clearance |
4WD, due to dozens of unavoidable mud patches between Willis Creek and Meadow Canyon. |
Glendale Bench |
2/19/2025 |
2WD |
A dry track throughout, but melting snow on the shoulders. |
Paria Movie Set |
3/10/2025 |
2WD High Clearance |
2WD High Clearance to parking area, 4WD High Clearance for travel beyond. |
House Rock Valley |
2/23/2025 |
2WD |
Dry with washboards! Watch your speed! |
White House |
2/13/2025 |
2WD |
In good shape. |
Last updated: March 12, 2025