Santaquin Canyon

The Santaquin Canyon is currently closed to vehicles due to damage to the road from a major landslide. As of September 2024, the road is still closed. It is anticipated that a reopen date will be available in early November 2024.

Santaquin Canyon is the most pristine, but automotive accessible canyon along the Wasatch Front. It is a closely guarded secret of the local residents who enjoy getting away for summer evenings of campfires and cooler temperatures. Santaquin Canyon provides a quiet access to the Nebo Scenic Byway and recreation areas such as Tinny Flats Campground, Trumboldt Day Use Area, and many US Forest Service Trails. It also provides access to several pristine natural areas such as the Nebo Wilderness Area and Santaquin Meadows. It is home to many species of wildlife including wild turkey, coyote, cougar, mule dear, elk, and black bear to name a few.

It is known as a destination for ice and mixed climbing. It is slowly being established as a rock climbing destination as well. Several established bolted sport routes are located on the limestone cliffs. In winter, there is a good mix of ice routes available. The Canyon Road closes for winter at Trumbolt picnic area in early December. ATV use is illegal in Santaquin Canyon, but snowmobiles are allowed if there is at least one foot of snow. Some climbing routes for Santaquin Canyon are listed at here.

How to Get There: Take Santaquin I-15 Exit 244 and head westbound on US-6 (Main Street) to Center Street. Turn south at Center Street and stay on this road for 3.0 miles to the Uinta National Forest Sign. Continue along the road to recreation areas.