Tushar Mountains Travel Information
Though as Utah’s third-highest range, the Tushars exceed the height
of the Wasatch Mountains in Northern Utah, they remain
underappreciated and relatively uncrowded. Although this is delightful
for the rare visitor, it’s a bit of a shame for the many that miss
out. The area is remarkably scenic and diverse. Many different types
of trees and other vegetation grow atop these slopes. This is also the
home of “Big Rock Candy Mountain,” a bizarre and beautiful
multi-colored mountain of volcanic glass and many-hued rocks.
The Tushar Mountains make for a fascinating drive with a good
network of hiking and biking trails, campgrounds and small lakes. ATV
riders are also welcome on these slopes. In winter, there are skiing
and snowmobiling opportunities.
The range is enclosed by I-15 to the west and Hwy 89 to the east.
Easiest access is from Beaver, which is 52 miles north of Cedar City
and 210 miles south of Salt Lake City. View Area Map.
To learn more about the Tushar Mountains, select a topic of
interest from the left-hand column.
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