Cathedral Valley Scenic Backway

Overview

Cathedral Valley Scenic Backway is managed by Bureau of Land Management and is located near Torrey, Utah. The Cathedral Valley Scenic Backway exhibits striking views of the Mussentuchit badlands, and on the NPS lands the Temple of the Moon and Sun formations are accessible. The road is a single-lane road with a dirt base. High clearance vehicles are recommended. Developed facilities are few in this area. NPS does have a backcountry campground with a vault toilet. There are no facilities on BLM administered land.

Things to Do at Cathedral Valley Scenic Backway

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Nearby Activities

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Plan Your Visit

Getting There

Cathedral Valley loop begins along State Route 24 just west of Caineville

GPS Coordinates: 38.33797900000000, -111.02789199999999

Contact & Resources

Phone: (435) 542-3461

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