BEST MOTORCYCLE RIDES IN UTAH

ROUTE: UT-12
DISTANCE: 124 miles
TIME: 2.5 hours

This scenic byway snakes through two of Utah’s five National Parks, including Bryce Canyon and Capitol Reef. There are sensational views to be had on this 124 mile stretch of great motorcycling road, including multicolored slot canyons, sandstone cliffs and vast mesas. One section of this ride includes Scenic Byway 12, which is designated as an All-American Road because it features some of the most iconic Western scenery in the USA. The route south from Boulder to Escalante includes an amazing stretch of road – you’ll ride a high ridge line with cliffs dropping away from the road on both sides. This Utah motorcycle road is truly a winding delight of stunning views, diverse terrain changes and little traffic.
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ROUTES: UT-46, US-191, UT-128, Arches Scenic Dr
DISTANCE: 181 miles
TIME: 4 hours

There are tremendous views to be seen on this great motorcycle ride in Utah along the Colorado river and rock spires. Enjoy the spectacular canyon riding with many turn-outs available to pause and take it all in. Arches National Park is one of the most unique National Parks in the entire United States. There are many natural arches you can see right from the road as you motorcycle through the park, but there’s also many short hikes you can try to stretch your legs. The route we’ve included here starts on the Colorado state line on Route 46, and connects to Route 191 through the awesome little town of Moab.


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ROUTE: UT-9
DISTANCE: 45 miles
TIME: 1 hour

Highway 9 is a fantastic Utah motorcycle road that has some great variety. It’s one of our favorite Utah motorcycle rides because UT-9 features long straights that eventually give way to sweeping curves and mild elevation changes. Once in the Zion National Park region, it’s a twisty ride, especially up the switchbacks to the tunnel and through the east side of the park. It’s a great UT motorcycle ride among the massive sandstone cliffs of cream, pink, and red that soar into a brilliant blue sky. The road pavement quality in Zion National Park is meticulously maintained, which allows you to focus on taking in the scenery as you ride. The trip through it by motorcycle is an absolute must for any rider who gets the chance!
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ROUTE: UT-92
DISTANCE: 20 miles
TIME: 1 hour

This great Utah motorcycle road is a fun ride with fantastic scenery especially from the top of Provo Canyon towards Hwy 189. Experience the twisty, winding mountain road starting at 4600ft, peaking at 8000ft. Portions of this route can be very narrow for a two lane road, so careful riding is recommended, especially around some of it’s blind corners. You’ll see beautiful views of Provo Canyon, as well as deep forest, with just about the whole route having good quality pavement. Continue riding south on 189 from the Sundance side, and you’ll see the beautiful Bridal Veil Falls. This is truly a one of a kind motorcycle route that you would not want to miss!


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ROUTE: Nebo Loop Rd
DISTANCE: 36 miles
TIME: 1 hour

This Utah motorcycle ride will take you along one of the highest peaks in the state – Mt. Nebo. There’s plenty of switchbacks as you ride through canyons, pine forests and aspen groves in Uinta National Forest. Motorcyclists will enjoy the incredible views along the Mount Nebo Scenic Byway, as there are plenty of places to stop and take it all in. If you’re the type of rider who enjoys twisties along with tremendous scenic value, you will not be disappointed with this route along Nebo Loop Road. The road reaches about 9,000ft of elevation so there will often be snow even into June, so keep that in mind when you’re timing your ride here. The relatively new pavement (as of 2023) makes this all the more of a smooth beautiful motorcycle road in Utah!


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ROUTE: US-191, UT-44
DISTANCE: 45 miles
TIME: 1 hour

This fantastic motorcycle road in Utah is in northern part of the state and circles around Flaming Gorge country and through the Ashley National Forest. The Flaming Gorge was named for the late-afternoon sun reddening the cliffs. For the best experience, make a longer loop ride through Wyoming by connecting for some long stretches along WY-530, and back down US-191. There’s an abundance of deer and other wildlife, so motorcyclists will want to keep an eye out for safe riding. But this entire route offers sensational overlooks of the Flaming Gorge reservoir, and is one of the best Utah motorcycle rides you can experience.
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ROUTE: UT-35, UT-32
DISTANCE: 48 miles
TIME: 1 hour

If you’re looking for one of the best motorcycle rides near Salt Lake City, check out this route from Heber City to Hanna, UT. There’s beautiful twisting curves through lush, mountainous scenery as you ride alongside Wolf Creek Pass. Heading north from Heber City, riders will see beautiful canyons and evergreen forests, along with a fantastic overlook at Jordanelle State Park.


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