AMERICA, ONE BEAUTIFUL ROAD AT A TIME

Scenic Byway 143 - Utah's Patchwork Parkway

Utah
Take your time. Make a few stops. Enjoy the view.
Curving Road on the Way to Panguitch · Public Domain. Photo by A. E. Crane · Photo credits
THE JOURNEY IS THE REASON TO GO

Let the road set the pace.

Scenic Byway 143 - Utah’s Patchwork Parkway serves as the western gateway to a breathtaking route across Utah’s high plateaus, connecting to Heritage Highway 89 and Scenic Byway 12, Utah’s first All American Road. These routes allow travelers to experience a nationally renowned passage through two national parks and two national monuments as they explore the vast landscape between Interstate 15 and Interstate 70.

The experienceNational Scenic Byway
Start with this outlineChoose a section of the named byway
Scenic Byway 12 curves on its way to Panguitch.
Curving Road on the Way to Panguitch
Public Domain. Photo by A. E. Crane · 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.