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Burr Trail

Capitol Reef National Park, UT
4.5 of 5 stars 22 Reviews
Type: Off road/All Terrain Vehicle Trails
Activities: Hiking, Four-wheeling
Description: Old cattle trail which is accessible by 4WD vehicles.
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Salt Lake City, Utah
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012 NEW

We traveled out to Boulder and the Escalante River in the afternoon. I cannot believe how beautiful this country is!! I am in love with this area! More

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Toquerville UT
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

This road connects RT12 in Boulder, UT with Capitol Reef N.P. Coming from Boulder the road is paved to the park border, then descends a set of switchbacks and connects with the Notom/Bullfrog Rd. The colors and terrain along the Burr Trail are well worth even an out and back. More

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London, UK
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80 reviews 80 reviews
Reviews in 34 cities Reviews in 34 cities
101 helpful votes 101 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 26, 2012
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Why drive north to Torrey/Capitol Reef NP on Highway 12 when you can instead skirt the NP via the magnificent Burr Trail ? Had I not stopped just before Boulder for a cup of coffee, which is where the signposted turnoff is, and then re-read my tour book I would have missed this extremely memorable journey I drove along if... More

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las vegas, nv
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 16, 2012
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My wife and I recently traveled the famous Burr Trail from Boulder, Utah to Bullfrog Landing. I had heard about the Burr Trail but had never taken the time to actually drive it until this trip. Words alone are hard to describe the natural beauty the Burr Trail offers. From red sandstone cliffs to amazing panaramic views of the Henry... More

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Mequon, Wisconsin
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 5, 2011
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My sister and I had been hiking several days and decided to relax our feet, by driving Scenic Highway 12 from Escalante, Utah to Burr Trail Road. Breathtaking views all along the road, one can see for miles and miles! Lots of vistas for great photo ops, plus a delightful coffee house along the way, to stop and relax for... More

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Marshalltown, Iowa
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 19, 2011
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We only drove the Burr Trail from Boulder to the Capitol Reef overlook where the switchbacks begin. The sun was still pretty low in the eastern sky making the canyon hard to photograph with the brilliantly lit walls and the deep shadows below. It was still worth the 1½ hours it took us to make this side trip. More

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Jackson, New Jersey
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57 reviews 57 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 18, 2011
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I drove the Burr Trail as part of a side trip while driving route 12. The scenery is spectacular. I was in a passenger car so I only drove the paved portion, but I encountered someone else who had come down the Notom Road to the Burr Trail in a van and was told that I could have followed the... More

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North Salt Lake, Utah
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93 reviews 93 reviews
Reviews in 38 cities Reviews in 38 cities
64 helpful votes 64 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 10, 2011
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The Burr Trail is very beautiful. From Boulder, you begin by driving through a variety of rock formations, then down through some majestic red rock cliffs, and finally down the wildest set of switchbacks ever. I recommend a 4-wheel drive car or truck (but saw an old man in an old Ford on the trail). The trail begins paved, but... More

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Eastern Connecticut
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54 reviews 54 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
188 helpful votes 188 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 23, 2011
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Southern Utah has many fabulous scenic parks and drives. Among the best, IMO, is the Burr Trail/Notom-Bullfrog Rd. We spent an afternoon driving this wonderful route but you could easily spend the entire day if you include some hikes. It can be driven in either direction; we started from Boulder. It's really important to get current road conditions before you... More

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London, United Kingdom
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110 reviews 110 reviews
Reviews in 44 cities Reviews in 44 cities
122 helpful votes 122 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2011
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We travelled from Escalante to Torrey via the Burr Trail and Notom-Bullfrog Road, and would very highly recommend it as a route. The Burr Trail begins in Boulder, and is paved for its length in Grand Staircase Escalante NM. This section is picturesque (and don't miss the Long Fork slot canyon - look for an unmarked paved pullout on the... More

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