Potash-Lower Colorado River Scenic Byway (U-279)
Visitor Services
All services are available in Moab, just 2 miles from the start of the byway (across the river.) JayCee Park is the one shaded, serviced picnic area with water and restrooms for day use. Popular...[more]
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Fees No fees along byway proper |
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Bicycle/Pedestrian Facilities Much of this route runs between sheer cliffs on one side and a river on the other. Although there is ample room for cars and RVs and... [more] |
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Camping JayCee Park is a shaded, serviced picnic area with water and restrooms. It is meant for day use only. Popular GoldBar... [more] |
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Information
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Restrooms There are toilet facilities along this byway. |
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Special Considerations
There is no drinkable water along the byway.
Restrictions
None.
Seasons
- Best Time to Drive
All times are good.
- High Season
The campsites fill up on weekends in spring, summer and fall, but the byway itself is rarely crowded.
Road Conditions
- To find up to date information about the road conditions along Potash-Lower Colorado River Scenic Byway (U-279), please visit the FHWA listing of web sites for more information.
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