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Alpine Loop: Highway 92, Wasatch Mountains, Utah
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Drives Utah Salt Lake and the Wasatch

Alpine Loop: Highway 92

UT 92, Alpine Loop · American Fork Canyon → Provo Canyon

Intense19.3 mi50 min3,200 ft climbHigh point ≈ 8,100 ftOne way
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The drive

Highway 92 climbs American Fork Canyon and goes over the shoulder of Mount Timpanogos at about 8,000 feet, through aspen and fir. It passes Timpanogos Cave and Sundance and then descends to Provo Canyon at US 189. It is 19.3 miles and about 50 minutes, twisty most of the way.

The road is paved but has no center line for most of its length, and the grades are steep. It is busy in fall color season, and the Forest Service advises avoiding weekends and holidays.

Snow closes the road in winter, typically from November 1.

Along the way

  1. American Fork Canyon
  2. Timpanogos Cave
  3. Sundance
  4. Provo Canyon (US-189)
Elevation
3,200 ft of climbing · high point ≈ 8,100 ft
American Fork CanyonProvo Canyon
Curves
Twisty most of the way
American Fork CanyonProvo Canyon
GentleHairpins

Good to know

  • The Forest Service says trailers are prohibited because of steep grades and narrow, blind curves.
  • Driving through without stopping is free. A recreation pass is required at developed sites: $10 for 3 days.
  • The loop typically closes November 1, so check UDOT's seasonal road status.

Closed by snow from about November to late May. Roads close for snow, fire, storms and repairs: before you set off, check UDOT seasonal road status.

Questions about this drive

How long does the Alpine Loop take?

Highway 92 from American Fork Canyon to Provo Canyon is 19.3 miles and takes about 50 minutes.

When does the Alpine Loop close for winter?

The Forest Service says it typically closes November 1. Check UDOT for the current seasonal road status of Highway 92.

Can you pull a trailer on the Alpine Loop?

No. The Forest Service prohibits trailers because of steep grades and narrow, blind curves.

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Map of Alpine Loop: Highway 92, from American Fork Canyon to Provo Canyon