Upheaval Dome
Usa, north-america
7.7 km
1,737 m
moderate
Year-round
Alright, adventure seekers, listen up! Upheaval Dome Road in Canyonlands National Park, Utah, is calling your name! Picture this: a 4.8-mile asphalt ribbon winding through a landscape so bizarre, it's like stepping onto another planet. You're headed to a 60-million-year-old crater, a geological marvel that'll leave you speechless.
Get ready for a climb! This road isn't shy about its steepness, but trust me, the views are worth every upward inch. Keep your eyes peeled for overlooks and trailheads begging to be explored. And the grand finale? A parking lot at the end of the road, your gateway to unlocking the secrets of Upheaval Dome. This isn't just a drive; it's a journey through time and terrain you won't soon forget.
Road Details
- Country
- Usa
- Continent
- north-america
- Length
- 7.7 km
- Max Elevation
- 1,737 m
- Difficulty
- moderate
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