Traveler Experiences
Scenic Byway 12

This was our first trip to the USA, we live in Scotland, UK. We did a circular route starting from Las Vegas driving south, through Grand Canyon, Page, Mounument Valley, Arches NP, and through Capitol Reef NP, and we thought this Scenic Byway 12 totally awesome. It... [more]

The most exhilarating ride ever. On my motorcycle, I used Scenic Byway 12 to gain access to the National Parks in southern Utah.

I don't have words to describe the beauty of the stretch from Bryce Canyon National Park north to Highway 24. It was like an alien... [more]

We had a great time hiking down into the depths of Bryce Canyon on a sunny September morning. The view looking down there was daunting, as were the red faces and panting breaths of the people passing us going up the switchbacks as we went down. But the work was... [more]

My husband and I rode Highway 12 during a 17-day motorcycle adventure across the United States. Around every bend was a new experience. The twists and turns can be a little scary on a motorcycle but that just adds to the thrill of the ride. From Capitol Reef to Bryce... [more]

Scenic Byway 12 winds along the northern border of Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument. Designated as an "All-American Road", it is a beautiful drive with some interesting places to explore. We spent a couple nights overnight in our RV, so we could hike and... [more]

We have traveled this road several times south to north and north to south. The Hogsback the first time was a real white knuckle experience. Burr Trail Road out of Boulder is a must. The first several miles through Long Canyon is beautiful. We will do this route again and expect new experiences. Great route.

Cycling may not be the recommended way of traveling SR-12, but it is an absolutely unforgettable experience. Last Saturday, I had the chance to bike from the town of Boulder to an overlook on the other side of the Escalante River. It was a relatively quiet,... [more]

Great drive from Bryce Canyon heading North. Stayed the night at Capitol Reef NP, forget the name of the little motel on the right as you leave Torrey for Green River, but it had a great restaurant.

Have to appreciate the workskills and effort required to build the... [more]

It was really windy when we crossed the Hogsback in the van this time. With the wind, those hundreds-of-feet drops on both sides of the road made for incredible but nerve-wracking views!