South Mountain
Usa, north-america
N/A
3,258 m
hard
Year-round
Okay, buckle up for South Mountain in southeastern Utah's La Sal Mountains! This beast tops out at 10,688 feet, making it one of Utah's highest drives. Forget pavement—we're talking gravel, rocks, bumps, and maybe even some tippy spots along Forest Road 4717. Winter? Nope, impassable! This one's for experienced 4x4 drivers only; high clearance is a must. Not a fan of heights or steep, eroded, and narrow roads? Maybe skip this one. But if you're game, the views are insane. Think stark rock landscapes of the Colorado Plateau meeting the pinyon forest hugging the La Sals. Seriously epic scenery!
Road Details
- Country
- Usa
- Continent
- north-america
- Max Elevation
- 3,258 m
- Difficulty
- hard
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