@americantravelarchives: One of the most underrated drives in America… Follow americantravelarchives for more hidden gems and bucket list adventures across the U.S. 📍 Potash Road (Utah Highway 279) – Moab, Utah If you’re looking for red rock views without the crowds of Arches or Canyonlands, Potash Road is your answer. This scenic byway winds along the Colorado River, carved between towering canyon walls glowing red and orange in the afternoon light. It’s short, quiet, and packed with hidden gems. 🌄 What to See Along the Way: 🪨 Ancient Petroglyphs – Just a few miles in, you’ll spot rock panels etched with desert bighorn sheep and human figures dating back thousands of years. 🧗 Climbers on the Walls – The canyon is a world-class climbing area — look up and you’ll probably see people scaling the cliffs. 💦 Jug Handle Arch – A beautiful natural arch right off the road, perfect for a quick photo stop. 🌋 Dead Horse Point / Canyonlands Access – Keep driving, and the road connects toward Shafer Trail and the Island in the Sky District (4WD recommended past Potash). ✨ Pro Tips: 🚗 The main stretch is paved and easy to drive, but the back end toward Canyonlands turns into a rough dirt road — high clearance or 4WD is a must if you go that far. 📍 Distance: About 17 miles one way from Moab. Would you rather drive this for the views or take it all the way into Canyonlands for the adventure?

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