A desolate paved road to Emigrant Pass in Utah

Emigrant Pass is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.404m (7,886ft) above sea level, located in Sevier County, in the US state of Utah.

Emigrant Pass

Where is Emigrant Pass?

The pass, also known as Salina Canyon Summit, is located east of Salina, in the central part of Utah, within the Fishlake National Forest.

Is Emigrant Pass paved?

The road to the summit is fully paved. It’s called Interstate 70 (I-70). At this elevation, it’s the highest point of the road. It’s said to be one of the most desolate stretches of highway on the Interstate system. This highway presents imminent danger to those unfamiliar with driving on desolate roadway systems. The road has steep sections, hitting an 11% maximum gradient through some of the ramps.

Is Emigrant Pass worth the drive?

The drive is very scenic, running across southeastern Utah. This highway follows the approximate route of the Old Spanish Trail.

Is Emigrant Pass open in winter?

Set high in the Fish Lake Mountains, snowfall is common. However, the road is typically open all year round, with occasional closures in winter due to dangerous weather conditions.

 

 

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