Burr Trail Road

Burr Trail · Boulder → End of the pavement

Sweeping30 mi1 hr 25 min2,800 ft climbHigh point ≈ 6,800 ftOne way

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The drive

The paved Burr Trail runs east from Boulder through the deep red walls of Long Canyon. It then crosses the Circle Cliffs and ends where the pavement stops at the Capitol Reef boundary, above the Waterpocket Fold. It is 30.3 miles and about 1 hr 25 min, with one twisty stretch.

The drive turns around at the end of the pavement. There are no services on the road.

The gravel switchbacks inside the park are not part of this drive.

Along the way

Boulder
Long Canyon
End of the pavement

Elevation

2,800 ft of climbing · high point ≈ 6,800 ft

BoulderEnd of the pavement

Curves

Mostly gentle, with one twisty stretch

mi 15–17

BoulderEnd of the pavement

GentleHairpins

Good to know

There are no services, so bring fuel, water and food.
Beyond the pavement, the unpaved Burr Trail in Capitol Reef is subject to weather and can be impassable, so check the park for its status.
The switchbacks inside the park are not suitable for RVs or trailers.

Open all year, weather permitting. Roads close for snow, fire, storms and repairs: before you set off, check National Park Service: Capitol Reef road conditions.

Questions about this drive

How long is the paved Burr Trail?

From Boulder to the end of the pavement is 30.3 miles and takes about 1 hr 25 min.

Is the Burr Trail paved?

Yes from Boulder to the Capitol Reef boundary. Past that the road is graded dirt.

Is there gas on the Burr Trail?

No. There are no services, so fill up before leaving Boulder.

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Distance, time, elevation, curves and intensity are from Carve's route. Checked 2026-10-28.

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