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Elk Ridge Road Scenic Backway
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The Elk Ridge Road Scenic Backway (County Rd. #285, Forest Rd. #079) climbs onto Elk Ridge near Natural Bridges NM. It also climbs to over 8,700 feet in elevation as it passes through the geologic formations known as the 'Bears Ears'.
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The Basics |
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Location: |
South of Canyonlands National Park along the edge of Dark Canyon Wilderness |

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| Surface: |
Rough Dirt/Gravel |
| Vehicle: |
High Clearance Vehicle |
| Length: |
48 miles oneway |
| Time to Allow: |
3 - 4 hours |
| Season: |
Drivable April to November |
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