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Scenic Byway 12 Tour

Utah
4.9
60678 ratings
$8.99

About The Tour

Considered one of the most scenic drives in the U.S., Utah's Byway 12 passes two national parks, three state parks, and a national forest all within a national monument. But that’s not all, a drive on this roadway spotlights the unique history and geology of the region. Shaka Guide’s Scenic Byway 12 Tour takes you from Bryce Canyon to Capitol Reef with stops at hikes, overlooks, forest, parks and quaint towns in between.

Here are just a few of the fun things you can do along Scenic Byway 12!

• Visit Bryce Canyon National Park
• Stop at Escalante Petrified Forest State Park
• Drive Hell’s Backbone Scenic Byway
• Hike in Dixie National Forest
• Explore the town of Torrey, Utah

Pro tip! Combine this tour with Shaka Guide’s Zion, Bryce Canyon, and Capitol Reef driving tours.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO:

Recommended Start Time:
Tour Starting Point(s): Mt. Carmel Junction
Time to complete: 6-8 hours

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Sample Tour Audio

Utah Scenic Byway 12 Introduction
The Red Canyon Arches
Bryce Canyon City

Tour Stops

Tour Route

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  • HAWAII VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK TOUR
  • Arches National Park Tour
  • Zion National Park Tour
  • Capitol Reef National Park Tour. s
  • La Sal Mountain Loop
  • Bryce Canyon National Park Tour
  • Canyonlands National Park Tour
  • Grand Canyon South Rim Tour
  • Petrified Forest National Park Tour
  • Red Rock Canyon Tour
  • Saguaro National Park Tour
  • Scenic Byway 12 Tour
  • Hoover Dam & Lake Mead Tour
  • Mt. Lemmon Scenic Byway
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  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park Tour

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4.9 (60678 Users)

Very good

  • Briicabtthunk
  • 5 days ago
  • iOS

We used Shaka guide for Hawái and Utah and it was amazing. Shaka guide added insight about landmarks that we passed and really made us immersed in the expierence.

Wish I knew about this app sooner!

  • Thegadgetfish
  • 1 week ago
  • iOS

Used this for Bryce Canyon and Scenic Byway 12, and it was a game changer. I would’ve absolutely missed half the stops if it wasn’t for the app guidance. Definitely using this for all future roadtrips.

Shaka for The Win!

  • Cap'n Buckeye
  • 3 months ago
  • iOS

We started with Shaka on The Big Island… then Kauai, Maui, and Oahu. Then Utah Mighty Five , Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Glacier, etc. Shaka is the formula for us & a great trip. I take care of the lodging and travel while Shaka takes care of (most of 😁) the on-site itinerary again and again. Can’t wait to see where we all go next.

Scenic Byway 12 Itinerary

Utah Scenic Byway 12 presents a captivating journey through some of the most breathtaking landscapes in the American Southwest. The recommended itinerary for this scenic route might start in Panguitch, taking you through the Red Canyon and Bry...

How long is Scenic Byway 12?

Utah's Scenic Byway 12 stretches approximately 122 miles through some of the state's most scenic and varied landscapes. The route traverses rugged canyons, alpine forests, desert vistas, and unique geological formations. The varying terrai...

Where is Scenic Byway 12?

Utah's Scenic Byway 12 crosses through southern Utah, connecting Panguitch to Torrey. The route begins near the Bryce Canyon National Park area in the west and extends east to the edge of Capitol Reef National Park. This scenic drive takes...

What is an Audio Tour Guide?

Think of us as your personal tour guide in an app. Our tours provide everything a guided tour does, but with the freedom to explore on your terms. Here’s how it works:

  • GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk.
  • Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
Self guided audio tour

Tour FAQs

This tour has 27 stops. Check out the itinerary here for a complete list of stops and if you’re looking for more information to help plan your trip, here’s what you need to know before you go! This tour connects three Utah National Parks: Zion, Bryce and Capitol Reef. Check out our itineraries for those tours below: 



  • Sturdy sneakers or hiking boots
  • Hiking Clothes: lightweight layers and pants with pockets
  • Backpack
  • Phone or camera
  • Hiking stick
  • Refillable water bottle
  • Bug Spray
  • Sunscreen
  • Sun Glasses and/or Hat
  • Snacks
  • Car Charger *Very Important*
  • Phone Mount

Of course a lot of the costs will depend on what you choose to do, what you want to eat, and so on.  But here are our estimates to help you plan:

  • $35 per car: Zion National Park entrance fee
  • $30 per car: Bryce Canyon National Park entrance fee
  • $30 per car: Capitol Reef National Park entrance fee
  • $10: Kodachrome Basin State Park day-use fee
  • $10: Petrified Forest State Park day-use fee
  • $5: Anasazi State Park Museum entrance fee
  • $25: Lunch/snacks
  • $30-$50: Dinner 
  • $50: Souvenirs

Below are hours of operations for some of the major stops on the Scenic Byway 12 Tour.


  • Red Canyon State Park  -  Open 24 hours
  • Bryce Canyon National Park  -  Open 24 hours
  • Kodachrome Basin State Park  -  6AM–10PM
  • Escalante Petrified Forest State Park  -  8AM–10PM
  • Kiva Koffeehouse  -  WEDNESDAY - SUNDAY  8:00am - 4:00pm
                                     (Kitchen closes at 3pm daily)
                                    CLOSED MONDAY & TUESDAY
  • Anasazi State Park Museum  -  9AM–5PM
  • Dixie National Forest  - Monday-Friday 8AM–4:30PM 

Yes! Feel free to join the tour along the route. Just make sure that you follow the numbers in chronological order from where you are starting from.  If you don’t begin at one of the tour starting points you’ll miss a few stories, but you’ll still have a great experience.

No, this tour is only available in one direction.

​​Still have questions? Send us an email at aloha@shakaguide.com or give us a call at 1-888-250-2261.

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Scenic Byway 12 Tour

$8.99
4.9 (60678)

Zion, Bryce, Capitol Reef

$18.99

$ % off
  • Zion National Park Tour
  • Bryce Canyon National Park Tour
  • Capitol Reef National Park Tour. s
  • Scenic Byway 12 Tour
  • US Route 89: Heritage Highway Tour.
  • Goblin Valley State Park Tour

Utah & Mighty 5 Collection

$34.99

$ % off
  • Arches National Park Tour
  • Canyonlands National Park Tour
  • La Sal Mountain Loop
  • Zion National Park Tour
  • Bryce Canyon National Park Tour
  • Capitol Reef National Park Tour. s
  • Scenic Byway 12 Tour
  • US Route 89: Heritage Highway Tour.
  • Goblin Valley State Park Tour

National Park Explorer Bundle

$99.99

$310.68 68% off
  • HAWAII VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK TOUR
  • Arches National Park Tour
  • Zion National Park Tour
  • Capitol Reef National Park Tour. s
  • La Sal Mountain Loop
  • Bryce Canyon National Park Tour
  • Canyonlands National Park Tour
  • Grand Canyon South Rim Tour
  • Petrified Forest National Park Tour
  • Red Rock Canyon Tour
  • Saguaro National Park Tour
  • Scenic Byway 12 Tour
  • Hoover Dam & Lake Mead Tour
  • Mt. Lemmon Scenic Byway
  • Horseshoe Bend and Page AZ Tour
  • Grand Canyon North Rim Tour
  • Rocky Mountain National Park Tour
  • US Route 89: Heritage Highway Tour.
  • Sedona Arizona Driving Tour
  • Joshua Tree National Park Tour
  • Goblin Valley State Park Tour
  • Yellowstone National Park Tour
  • Yosemite National Park Tour
  • Lake Tahoe Driving Tour
  • Grand Teton National Park Tour
  • Death Valley National Park Tour
  • Blue Ridge Parkway South Tour
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Virginia Tour
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Tour
  • Mount Rainier National Park Tour
  • Shenandoah National Park Tour
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park Tour

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