Drive the Upper Colorado River Scenic Byway (U-128)
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Wind through a massive red rock corridor flanked by 1,000-foot cliffs, stopping at the iconic Fisher Towers for a photo op.
Itinerary tips
- 1Plan for at least two to three hours to allow for photography stops and the short walk to the base of Fisher Towers.
- 2Pack plenty of water and snacks, as there are no gas stations or convenience stores along this specific 44-mile stretch.
- 3Download offline maps before leaving Moab since cellular service is nonexistent once you enter the river corridor.
- 4Park at the BLM Hittle Bottom or Onion Creek trailheads if you want to access the river bank for a picnic.
- 5Ensure your camera has a wide-angle lens to capture the sheer scale of the 1,000-foot sandstone cliffs.
- 6Stop at the historic Dewey Bridge site to see the remains of the old suspension bridge and read the interpretive plaques.
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