La Sal Mountain Loop Driving Tour

$14.99

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Tour Highlights

Colorado River Scenic Corridor

The drive begins beside one of North America's most famous rivers. The Colorado River carved many of the Southwest's most iconic landscapes and continues to shape the canyon country around Moab today.

Grandstaff Canyon

One of the area's most popular hikes leads through a shaded canyon to Morning Glory Natural Bridge, a spectacular 243-foot rock span and one of the longest natural bridges in the United States.

Bull Canyon Dinosaur Tracks

Visitors can see 200-million-year-old theropod dinosaur footprints preserved in stone, offering a glimpse into Jurassic Utah when dinosaurs roamed ancient mudflats.

Castle Valley

One of the most photographed landscapes in Utah, Castle Valley features towering sandstone formations, massive mesas, and stunning views of the La Sal Mountains rising behind them.

Castleton Tower

This iconic sandstone tower is one of the most famous rock climbing destinations in North America and dominates the Castle Valley skyline.

La Sal Mountains

The highest peaks rise above 12,000 feet and hold snow long after the surrounding desert has warmed. The mountains create one of the Southwest's most dramatic landscape contrasts.

La Sal Lookout Point

This scenic overlook provides panoramic views of mesas, buttes, river canyons, and mountain peaks, making it one of the most memorable stops on the drive.

Oowah Lake

Located at nearly 9,000 feet elevation, Oowah Lake offers fishing, hiking, mountain scenery, and a refreshing escape from the desert heat below.

Ken's Lake

The final major stop on the route features a beautiful reservoir and nearby Faux Falls, a surprisingly scenic waterfall in the desert.

Is This Tour Right for You?

Perfect if you:

Love history and fascinating stories

What To explore at your own pace

prefer a private experience

What to avoid expensive group tours

Maybe not if you:

Don't have a phone

Like to follow the tour guide

Don't like stories

Don't like to go at your own pace

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to drive La Sal Mountain Loop Road?

Without stops, the route can be completed in a few hours. Most visitors spend half a day or more exploring overlooks, trailheads, and lakes.

Is La Sal Mountain Loop Road paved?

Yes. The primary scenic loop is paved, although some side roads leading to trailheads and lakes may be seasonal and weather-dependent.

What is the best time to drive La Sal Mountain Loop Road?

Late spring through fall generally offers the best conditions. Snow and mud can affect higher elevations during colder months.

Why are they called the La Sal Mountains?

Spanish explorers in 1776 saw snow-covered peaks above a region known for salt deposits and mistakenly believed the white peaks were made of salt, naming them "Sierra de la Sal" or "Mountains of Salt."

Are there lakes in the La Sal Mountains?

Yes. Oowah Lake and Warner Lake are two popular alpine destinations accessible from the loop road.