The Burr Trail Road is my probably my favorite scenic drive in southern Utah. It connects the Waterpocket Fold district of Capitol Reef with the town of Boulder, Utah taking you through stunning red rock canyons and desert landscapes along the way. You can find dispersed camping in the area, along with plenty of canyons and remote areas to explore.

The entire stretch of the Burr Trail Road within Capitol Reef National Park, including the switchbacks, is unpaved, but as soon as you’re outside of the park boundaries the road is paved. The entire road is 67 miles long and takes you through Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument to Boulder, Utah.