Is South Draw Road in Capitol Reef NP challenging?
Usa, north-america
13.03 km
2,111 m
hard
Year-round
Okay, adventure seekers, buckle up for South Draw Road! This isn't your average Sunday drive – it's an 8.1-mile rollercoaster through the heart of Capitol Reef National Park in south-central Utah. Think unpaved, think rocky, think serious 4x4 required!
This route is all about navigating the South Draw creek bed itself, splitting into multiple paths as you go. Expect a super bumpy ride and several creek crossings to keep things interesting.
Set aside around 2.5 hours to conquer this beast (without stops!). The highest point hits 6,925 feet, so maybe skip this one in winter or spring unless you're a fan of deep snow. Trust me, even 4x4s can get totally stuck when the weather turns nasty. But hey, if you're after incredible scenery and a real off-road challenge, South Draw Road is calling your name!
Road Details
- Country
- Usa
- Continent
- north-america
- Length
- 13.03 km
- Max Elevation
- 2,111 m
- Difficulty
- hard
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