Contact Info
Utah 261
Mexican Hat, UT 84531
Mexican Hat, UT 84531
Basics
- Location:
- Hwy 261 from Mexican Hat to Hwy 95 in Southeastern Utah
- Setting:
- Desert
- Surface:
- Paved with a 3 mile section of graded gravel
- Suitable Vehicle:
- Passenger Car
- Length:
- 37 miles oneway
- Time:
- 1 hour
- Season:
- Drivable year round
Description
This route provides some excellent scenery and some nice overlooks, but it is not for those who are afraid of heights. There is a section with 1100 foot drop-offs and a 10% grade. (Vehicles over 10,000 lbs are prohibited.)
Details
Location:
Hwy 261 from Mexican Hat to Hwy 95 in Southeastern Utah
Setting:
Desert
Surface:
Paved with a 3 mile section of graded gravel
Suitable Vehicle:
Passenger Car
Length:
37 miles oneway
Time:
1 hour
Season:
Drivable year round