{"id":20085,"date":"2026-07-03T09:10:01","date_gmt":"2026-07-03T09:10:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/?p=20085"},"modified":"2026-07-03T09:10:01","modified_gmt":"2026-07-03T09:10:01","slug":"ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/","title":{"rendered":"Ultimate Utah Motorcycle Travel Guide: The Best Roads, Routes, and Scenic Rides in Utah"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Utah may be the most underrated motorcycle destination in America. While riders often dream about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/pacific-coast-highway-motorcycle-trip-guide-for-riders\/\">California's Pacific Coast Highway<\/a> or the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/blue-ridge-parkway-motorcycle-guide-americas-most-scenic-ride\/\">Blue Ridge Parkway<\/a>, Utah quietly offers something many states simply cannot match: world-class riding roads combined with some of the most dramatic landscapes on Earth. Red rock deserts, alpine mountains, deep canyons, winding scenic byways, and five national parks all sit within a single state's borders.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20091\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Ultimate-Utah-Motorcycle-Travel-Guide-The-Best-Roads-Routes-and-Scenic-Rides-in-Utah.jpg\" alt=\"Ultimate Utah Motorcycle Travel Guide The Best Roads, Routes, and Scenic Rides in Utah\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Ultimate-Utah-Motorcycle-Travel-Guide-The-Best-Roads-Routes-and-Scenic-Rides-in-Utah.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Ultimate-Utah-Motorcycle-Travel-Guide-The-Best-Roads-Routes-and-Scenic-Rides-in-Utah-500x281.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Ultimate-Utah-Motorcycle-Travel-Guide-The-Best-Roads-Routes-and-Scenic-Rides-in-Utah-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Ultimate-Utah-Motorcycle-Travel-Guide-The-Best-Roads-Routes-and-Scenic-Rides-in-Utah-350x197.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Ultimate-Utah-Motorcycle-Travel-Guide-The-Best-Roads-Routes-and-Scenic-Rides-in-Utah-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>For motorcycle riders, Utah delivers an incredible variety of experiences. One day you can be carving through mountain switchbacks above 9,000 feet, and the next day you can be riding through red sandstone cliffs that look more like Mars than America. Whether you're planning a Route 66 detour, a cross-country motorcycle tour, or a dedicated Utah motorcycle road trip, this guide covers the roads, routes, timing, and practical advice you need to make the most of your ride.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a496569551fa\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a496569551fa\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/#%F0%9F%97%BA%EF%B8%8F_Why_Utah_Is_One_of_Americas_Best_Motorcycle_States\" >\ud83d\uddfa\ufe0f Why Utah Is One of America's Best Motorcycle States<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/#%F0%9F%8F%9C%EF%B8%8F_Best_Time_for_a_Utah_Motorcycle_Trip\" >\ud83c\udfdc\ufe0f Best Time for a Utah Motorcycle Trip<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/#Spring_April_to_May\" >Spring (April to May)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/#Summer_June_to_August\" >Summer (June to August)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/#Fall_September_to_October\" >Fall (September to October)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/#Winter_November_to_March\" >Winter (November to March)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/#%F0%9F%9B%A3%EF%B8%8F_The_Best_Motorcycle_Roads_in_Utah\" >\ud83d\udee3\ufe0f The Best Motorcycle Roads in Utah<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/#%F0%9F%8F%94%EF%B8%8F_Scenic_Byway_12\" >\ud83c\udfd4\ufe0f Scenic Byway 12<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/#Recommended_Riding_Time\" >Recommended Riding Time<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/#%F0%9F%8C%84_Zion-Mount_Carmel_Highway\" >\ud83c\udf04 Zion-Mount Carmel Highway<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/#%F0%9F%8F%9C%EF%B8%8F_US-163_Through_Monument_Valley\" >\ud83c\udfdc\ufe0f US-163 Through Monument Valley<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/#%F0%9F%8F%94%EF%B8%8F_Mirror_Lake_Highway\" >\ud83c\udfd4\ufe0f Mirror Lake Highway<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/#%F0%9F%8F%9C%EF%B8%8F_Moab_to_Dead_Horse_Point_State_Park\" >\ud83c\udfdc\ufe0f Moab to Dead Horse Point State Park<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/#%F0%9F%93%8D_Best_Stops_for_Motorcycle_Travelers\" >\ud83d\udccd Best Stops for Motorcycle Travelers<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/#Moab\" >Moab<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/#Bryce_Canyon_National_Park\" >Bryce Canyon National Park<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/#Capitol_Reef_National_Park\" >Capitol Reef National Park<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/#Monument_Valley\" >Monument Valley<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/#%F0%9F%8F%8D%EF%B8%8F_Recommended_Utah_Motorcycle_Itinerary\" >\ud83c\udfcd\ufe0f Recommended Utah Motorcycle Itinerary<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/#Day_1\" >Day 1<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/#Day_2\" >Day 2<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/#Day_3\" >Day 3<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/#Day_4\" >Day 4<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/#Day_5\" >Day 5<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/#Day_6\" >Day 6<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/#Day_7\" >Day 7<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/#%F0%9F%8E%92_Essential_Gear_for_Riding_Utah\" >\ud83c\udf92 Essential Gear for Riding Utah<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/#%E2%9A%A0%EF%B8%8F_Common_Mistakes_Riders_Make_in_Utah\" >\u26a0\ufe0f Common Mistakes Riders Make in Utah<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/#Underestimating_Distances\" >Underestimating Distances<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/#Ignoring_Elevation_Changes\" >Ignoring Elevation Changes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/#Riding_Midday_During_Summer\" >Riding Midday During Summer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/#Trying_to_See_Everything\" >Trying to See Everything<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/#%E2%9D%93_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >\u2753 Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/#What_is_the_best_motorcycle_road_in_Utah\" >What is the best motorcycle road in Utah?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/#How_many_days_do_you_need_for_a_Utah_motorcycle_trip\" >How many days do you need for a Utah motorcycle trip?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/#Is_Utah_suitable_for_beginner_riders\" >Is Utah suitable for beginner riders?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/#What_is_the_best_month_to_ride_in_Utah\" >What is the best month to ride in Utah?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-utah-motorcycle-travel-guide-the-best-roads-routes-and-scenic-rides-in-utah\/#Is_Utah_better_than_Colorado_for_motorcycle_touring\" >Is Utah better than Colorado for motorcycle touring?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%97%BA%EF%B8%8F_Why_Utah_Is_One_of_Americas_Best_Motorcycle_States\"><\/span>\ud83d\uddfa\ufe0f Why Utah Is One of America's Best Motorcycle States<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Utah consistently ranks among the best motorcycle destinations in the United States for several reasons:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Exceptional road quality<\/li>\n<li>Low traffic outside major cities<\/li>\n<li>Multiple world-famous scenic byways<\/li>\n<li>Five national parks within one state<\/li>\n<li>Long riding seasons in southern Utah<\/li>\n<li>Endless photography opportunities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Unlike some famous motorcycle roads that become crowded during peak season, many Utah routes still provide long stretches of open road and uninterrupted scenery.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8F%9C%EF%B8%8F_Best_Time_for_a_Utah_Motorcycle_Trip\"><\/span>\ud83c\udfdc\ufe0f Best Time for a Utah Motorcycle Trip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Spring_April_to_May\"><\/span>Spring (April to May)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Spring is one of the best times to ride in Utah. Southern Utah temperatures are comfortable, tourist crowds are smaller, and desert landscapes begin to come alive after winter.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_20093\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20093\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20093\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Zion-National-Park.jpg\" alt=\"Zion National Park\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Zion-National-Park.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Zion-National-Park-500x281.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Zion-National-Park-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Zion-National-Park-350x197.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Zion-National-Park-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-20093\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Zion National Park<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Ideal areas include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Zion National Park<\/li>\n<li>Moab<\/li>\n<li>Monument Valley<\/li>\n<li>Capitol Reef National Park<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Summer_June_to_August\"><\/span>Summer (June to August)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Summer brings excellent riding conditions in northern Utah and mountain regions but can become extremely hot in the desert.<\/p>\n<p>Temperatures around Moab and Monument Valley regularly exceed 100\u00b0F.<\/p>\n<p>Early morning departures are highly recommended.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fall_September_to_October\"><\/span>Fall (September to October)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Many experienced riders consider fall the perfect season for a Utah motorcycle tour.<\/p>\n<p>Expect:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Mild temperatures<\/li>\n<li>Clear skies<\/li>\n<li>Less traffic<\/li>\n<li>Excellent visibility<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Winter_November_to_March\"><\/span>Winter (November to March)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Northern mountain roads can experience snow and closures, while southern Utah often remains rideable throughout much of the winter.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%9B%A3%EF%B8%8F_The_Best_Motorcycle_Roads_in_Utah\"><\/span>\ud83d\udee3\ufe0f The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/powersports\/motorcycle\/\">Best Motorcycle Roads<\/a> in Utah<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8F%94%EF%B8%8F_Scenic_Byway_12\"><\/span>\ud83c\udfd4\ufe0f Scenic Byway 12<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If Utah had an official motorcycle road, this would probably be it.<\/p>\n<p>Stretching roughly 124 miles between Bryce Canyon and Capitol Reef, Scenic Byway 12 regularly appears on lists of America's best motorcycle roads.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_20089\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20089\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20089\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Grand-Staircase-Escalante-National-Monument.jpg\" alt=\"Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Grand-Staircase-Escalante-National-Monument.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Grand-Staircase-Escalante-National-Monument-500x281.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Grand-Staircase-Escalante-National-Monument-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Grand-Staircase-Escalante-National-Monument-350x197.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Grand-Staircase-Escalante-National-Monument-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-20089\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Highlights include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Boulder Mountain<\/li>\n<li>Escalante Canyon<\/li>\n<li>The Hogsback section<\/li>\n<li>Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The Hogsback alone is worth the trip. Riders travel along a narrow ridge with steep drop-offs on both sides and panoramic desert views in every direction.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recommended_Riding_Time\"><\/span>Recommended Riding Time<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Allow a full day even though the mileage appears short.<\/p>\n<p>You'll stop far more often than you expect.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8C%84_Zion-Mount_Carmel_Highway\"><\/span>\ud83c\udf04 Zion-Mount Carmel Highway<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This route offers one of the most memorable entrances to any national park in America.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_20094\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20094\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20094\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Zion-Mount-Carmel-Highway.jpg\" alt=\"Zion-Mount Carmel Highway\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Zion-Mount-Carmel-Highway.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Zion-Mount-Carmel-Highway-500x281.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Zion-Mount-Carmel-Highway-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Zion-Mount-Carmel-Highway-350x197.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Zion-Mount-Carmel-Highway-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-20094\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Zion-Mount Carmel Highway<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Expect:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Red sandstone cliffs<\/li>\n<li>Historic tunnels<\/li>\n<li>Technical curves<\/li>\n<li>Spectacular canyon views<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Morning rides usually provide lighter traffic and better temperatures.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8F%9C%EF%B8%8F_US-163_Through_Monument_Valley\"><\/span>\ud83c\udfdc\ufe0f US-163 Through Monument Valley<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This road has appeared in countless movies, television shows, and advertisements.<\/p>\n<p>Most riders recognize the famous view immediately:<\/p>\n<p>The long straight highway disappearing toward the sandstone buttes of Monument Valley.<\/p>\n<p>Many riders know it simply as Forrest Gump Point.<\/p>\n<p>This is one of the most photographed motorcycle locations in America.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8F%94%EF%B8%8F_Mirror_Lake_Highway\"><\/span>\ud83c\udfd4\ufe0f Mirror Lake Highway<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Located in northern Utah, Mirror Lake Highway provides a completely different riding experience.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_20090\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20090\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20090\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mirror-Lake-Highway.jpg\" alt=\"Mirror Lake Highway\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mirror-Lake-Highway.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mirror-Lake-Highway-500x281.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mirror-Lake-Highway-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mirror-Lake-Highway-350x197.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mirror-Lake-Highway-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-20090\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Mirror Lake Highway<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Instead of desert scenery you'll find:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Pine forests<\/li>\n<li>Alpine lakes<\/li>\n<li>Mountain passes<\/li>\n<li>Cooler temperatures<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>During summer, this road becomes an excellent escape from southern Utah heat.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8F%9C%EF%B8%8F_Moab_to_Dead_Horse_Point_State_Park\"><\/span>\ud83c\udfdc\ufe0f Moab to Dead Horse Point State Park<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The short ride from Moab to Dead Horse Point offers some of the best scenery in the American Southwest.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_20088\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20088\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20088\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Colorado-River-overlooks.jpg\" alt=\"Colorado River overlooks\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Colorado-River-overlooks.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Colorado-River-overlooks-500x281.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Colorado-River-overlooks-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Colorado-River-overlooks-350x197.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Colorado-River-overlooks-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-20088\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Colorado River overlooks<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Expect:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Red cliffs<\/li>\n<li>Colorado River overlooks<\/li>\n<li>Smooth pavement<\/li>\n<li>Endless photo opportunities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Sunrise and sunset rides are especially impressive.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%8D_Best_Stops_for_Motorcycle_Travelers\"><\/span>\ud83d\udccd Best Stops for Motorcycle Travelers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Moab\"><\/span>Moab<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Moab serves as the motorcycle capital of southern Utah.<\/p>\n<p>Nearby attractions include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Arches National Park<\/li>\n<li>Canyonlands National Park<\/li>\n<li>Dead Horse Point State Park<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Most riders spend at least two nights here.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bryce_Canyon_National_Park\"><\/span>Bryce Canyon National Park<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Bryce Canyon offers some of the most unique rock formations in North America.<\/p>\n<p>Sunrise views are particularly spectacular.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Capitol_Reef_National_Park\"><\/span>Capitol Reef National Park<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Capitol Reef receives fewer visitors than Zion or Bryce, which makes it perfect for riders looking to avoid crowds.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Monument_Valley\"><\/span>Monument Valley<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Few places in America feel larger or more cinematic.<\/p>\n<p>This is bucket-list territory for motorcycle photographers.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8F%8D%EF%B8%8F_Recommended_Utah_Motorcycle_Itinerary\"><\/span>\ud83c\udfcd\ufe0f Recommended Utah Motorcycle Itinerary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_1\"><\/span>Day 1<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Salt Lake City \u2192 Moab<\/p>\n<p>Approximate distance:<br \/>\n230 miles<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_2\"><\/span>Day 2<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Explore Arches and Dead Horse Point<\/p>\n<p>Approximate distance:<br \/>\n100 miles<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_3\"><\/span>Day 3<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Moab \u2192 Monument Valley<\/p>\n<p>Approximate distance:<br \/>\n150 miles<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_4\"><\/span>Day 4<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Monument Valley \u2192 Bryce Canyon<\/p>\n<p>Approximate distance:<br \/>\n260 miles<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_5\"><\/span>Day 5<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Bryce Canyon \u2192 Scenic Byway 12 \u2192 Capitol Reef<\/p>\n<p>Approximate distance:<br \/>\n150 miles<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_6\"><\/span>Day 6<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Capitol Reef \u2192 Zion National Park<\/p>\n<p>Approximate distance:<br \/>\n180 miles<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_7\"><\/span>Day 7<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Return toward Salt Lake City or continue west toward Nevada.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8E%92_Essential_Gear_for_Riding_Utah\"><\/span>\ud83c\udf92 Essential Gear for Riding Utah<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Utah weather changes quickly, especially when riding between desert valleys and mountain passes.<\/p>\n<p>Pack:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Hydration pack<\/li>\n<li>Layered riding gear<\/li>\n<li>Sunscreen<\/li>\n<li>Tire repair kit<\/li>\n<li>Portable air compressor<\/li>\n<li>Offline maps<\/li>\n<li>Emergency battery pack<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Hydration is more important than many visitors realize.<\/p>\n<p>Desert air often hides how quickly riders become dehydrated.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%9A%A0%EF%B8%8F_Common_Mistakes_Riders_Make_in_Utah\"><\/span>\u26a0\ufe0f Common Mistakes Riders Make in Utah<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Underestimating_Distances\"><\/span>Underestimating Distances<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Utah looks smaller on a map than it feels on a motorcycle.<\/p>\n<p>Fuel stops can be surprisingly far apart.<\/p>\n<p>Never pass fuel with less than half a tank remaining.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ignoring_Elevation_Changes\"><\/span>Ignoring Elevation Changes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You may start your morning in desert heat and finish your afternoon above 9,000 feet.<\/p>\n<p>Layered clothing matters.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Riding_Midday_During_Summer\"><\/span>Riding Midday During Summer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Southern Utah summer temperatures can become dangerous.<\/p>\n<p>Many experienced riders finish the majority of their riding before noon.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Trying_to_See_Everything\"><\/span>Trying to See Everything<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Utah rewards slower travel.<\/p>\n<p>Trying to visit all five national parks in three days usually results in spending more time watching your GPS than enjoying the road.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%9D%93_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>\u2753 Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_best_motorcycle_road_in_Utah\"><\/span>What is the best motorcycle road in Utah?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Scenic Byway 12 is widely considered Utah's best motorcycle road and one of the best motorcycle roads in America.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_days_do_you_need_for_a_Utah_motorcycle_trip\"><\/span>How many days do you need for a Utah motorcycle trip?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Seven to ten days provides enough time to experience the state's major riding destinations without rushing.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Utah_suitable_for_beginner_riders\"><\/span>Is Utah suitable for beginner riders?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Most roads are beginner-friendly, although riders should prepare for long distances and changing weather conditions.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_best_month_to_ride_in_Utah\"><\/span>What is the best month to ride in Utah?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>May, September, and October generally provide the best balance of weather, scenery, and traffic levels.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Utah_better_than_Colorado_for_motorcycle_touring\"><\/span>Is Utah better than Colorado for motorcycle touring?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>They offer very different experiences. Colorado focuses on alpine mountain riding, while Utah combines mountains, deserts, canyons, and some of the most unique scenery in North America.<\/p>\n<p>Utah doesn't always receive the same attention as California or Colorado in motorcycle travel discussions, but many experienced riders consider it one of the best motorcycle touring states in America. The combination of open roads, incredible scenery, and relatively light traffic creates the kind of riding experience that stays with you long after the trip ends.<\/p>\n<p>If your motorcycle bucket list includes iconic American landscapes, Utah deserves a place near the very top.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Utah may be the most underrated motorcycle destination in America. 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