McKay Flat Road

3.8/5 (14 reviews)
In the beauty of Central Utah lies the great San Rafael Swell. Running through the land are miles of off-road trails taking you to some incredible places. McKay Flat Road is no exception. Beginning just a short distance off of Temple Mountain Road, McKay Flat Road provides some incredible scenic opp...Read More
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Highlights of McKay Flat Road

Camping Category IconCamping
Desert Category IconDesert
Scenic Category IconScenic
Highest Elevation
6883 ft
Shape of Trail
Straight Through
Typically Open
Year Round
Best Direction
N/A
Official Trail Name
1012
Nearest Town
Hanksville
Nearest Services
Hanksville
Management Agency
Bureau of Land Management
District
Price Field Office

Overview

In the beauty of Central Utah lies the great San Rafael Swell. Running through the land are miles of off-road trails taking you to some incredible places. McKay Flat Road is no exception. Beginning just a short distance off of Temple Mountain Road, McKay Flat Road provides some incredible scenic opportunities while connecting you to some of the other incredible trails in the swell. If you are looking to camp away from the crowds of the campgrounds, this trail also provides many dispersed camping options. Combine this trail with the Reds Canyon Trail and Hidden Splendor for an unforgettable journey.

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7 Waypoints
23 Trail Photos
1 Trail Concerns
14 Community Reviews
1 Video
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