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Snow Canyon Drive, St. George, Utah
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Snow Canyon Drive

St. George, Utah · Ivins → Highway 18

Sweeping4.4 mi15 min1,000 ft climbHigh point ≈ 4,100 ftOne way
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The drive

Snow Canyon Drive is a short run through Snow Canyon State Park, north from Ivins to Highway 18. It's 4.4 miles, about 15 minutes, between red Navajo sandstone cliffs and old lava flows.

The road is mostly gentle with some curves and finishes by climbing out of the canyon onto the lava plateau at Highway 18. It's a drive to take slowly, with stops at the pullouts.

Along the way

  1. Ivins (south entrance)
  2. Highway 18
Elevation
1,000 ft of climbing · high point ≈ 4,100 ft
IvinsHighway 18
Curves
Mostly moderate, with three twisty stretches
IvinsHighway 18
GentleHairpins

Good to know

  • It's inside a state park, so a day-use fee applies, collected per vehicle.
  • The park is open 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
  • Cyclists and e-bikes use Snow Canyon Drive.
  • The drive is occasionally closed for races; the park lists dates on its page.

Open all year, weather permitting. Roads close for snow, fire, storms and repairs: before you set off, check Snow Canyon State Park.

Questions about this drive

Is there a fee to drive Snow Canyon Drive?

Yes. Snow Canyon State Park charges a day-use fee per vehicle. Check the park page for the current amount.

How long is Snow Canyon Drive?

The drive from Ivins to Highway 18 is 4.4 miles and takes about 15 minutes without stops.

What hours is Snow Canyon State Park open?

The park is open 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily.

Can you bike Snow Canyon Drive?

Yes. The park allows bikes on Snow Canyon Drive.

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

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Map of Snow Canyon Drive, from Ivins to Highway 18