AMERICA, ONE BEAUTIFUL ROAD AT A TIME

Nebo Loop Scenic Byway

Utah
Take your time. Make a few stops. Enjoy the view.
Mountain Biker Taking a Break on the Blackhawk Trail · Public Domain. Photo provided by Carey Pierce · Photo credits
THE JOURNEY IS THE REASON TO GO

Let the road set the pace.

From Nephi to Payson, this route has breathtaking views of the Wasatch Range and 11,929-foot Mt. Nebo, its tallest mountain. See flat bottomlands, high-alpine conifers, red rock formations, gray sandstone cliffs and salt flats all in the same day. Sights include Devil s Kitchen, Walker Flat and Mt. Nebo Wilderness.

The experienceNational Scenic Byway
Start with this outlineChoose a section of the named byway
A mountain biker pauses during a ride along the Blackhawk Trail.
Mountain Biker Taking a Break on the Blackhawk Trail
Public Domain. Photo provided by Carey Pierce · Photo credits
A mountain biker pedals through the fall colors and mountain vistas of Utah's Lower Payson Canyon.
Mountain Biker in Lower Payson Canyon
Public Domain. Photo provided by Carey Pierce · Photo credits

Before you drive

Choose your stops before departure and check current road access, weather and vehicle suitability. A byway listing does not guarantee that every section or visitor facility is open.

Make it a satisfying day

Choose a realistic section, then allow time for viewpoints, a town stop and breaks. Scenic mileage rarely tells the whole story of how long an outing will take.

Match the road to your vehicle

Check the exact roads for your car, RV or motorcoach. Tunnel dimensions, turning space, grades and road surfaces can matter as much as distance.

Official route information ↗State road-condition links ↗

Route overview and designation: Federal Highway Administration, America’s Byways. Research: October 2026. This is a travel idea, not live navigation or a guarantee that the full route is open. Confirm exact roads, current conditions, parking and any attraction reservations before departure.