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Monticello - Blue Mountain gateway

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📍 Natural Wonder🌄 5 hours from SLC

Monticello - Blue Mountain gateway

San Juan County • Southern Utah • UT

Drive Time from SLC

4h 44m

293 miles

Hours

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Last recorded: Jul 2, 2026

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Hob - Guardian of San Juan County

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Guardian of San Juan County • Raven

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Monticello - Blue Mountain gateway: Gateway to the Abajo Mountains and outdoor recreation.

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•Visit during off-peak hours for a more relaxed experience.
•Check current hours and conditions before your visit.
•Plan your route in advance - use GPS for accurate directions.

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What Dan Packs

Based on what you'll be doing, Dan recommends:

Insulated Water Bottle

Essential

Keeps water cold for hours. Hydration is critical in desert heat.

Polarized Sunglasses

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UV reflection off rock and water is intense. Protect your eyes.

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📅 Best Time to Visit

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Spring

Mar - May

✓ Great time

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Summer

Jun - Aug

✓ Great time

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Fall

Sep - Nov

✓ Great time

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Winter

Dec - Feb

✓ Great time

🌟 Year-Round Destination- Great to visit any time!

📍 Nearby

🍽️ Food & Dining

433 North Main Street, Monticello

⭐ 4 (263 reviews)

265 East Center Street, Monticello

⭐ 3.8 (133 reviews)

Wagon Wheel Pizza

156 South Main Street, Monticello

⭐ 4.3 (315 reviews)

364 North Main Street, Monticello

⭐ 4.2 (171 reviews)

196 North Main Street, Monticello

⭐ 4.9 (73 reviews)

🏨 Lodging

Rodeway Inn & Suites

649 North Main Street, Monticello

⭐ 3.4 (394 reviews)

Inn at the Canyons

533 North Main Street, Monticello

⭐ 4.4 (612 reviews)

Canyonlands Motor Inn Monticello

197 North Main Street, Monticello

⭐ 3.7 (403 reviews)

164 East Center Street, Monticello

⭐ 3.5 (389 reviews)

197 East Center Street, Monticello

⭐ 4 (311 reviews)

🎯 Nearby Attractions

Veterans Memorial Park

17 N E, 50 Monticello Cemetery, Monticello

⭐ 4.4 (37 reviews)

Frontier Museum

232 South Main Street, Monticello

⭐ 4.6 (25 reviews)

Quick Info

Drive Time from SLC

4h 44m

293 miles

Location

San Juan County

Southern Utah, UT

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Watershed Protection Area

This destination is in Utah's protected watershed area. These mountains provide drinking water for millions of Utahns. Please help us protect this vital resource.

🐕Dog Policy:ALLOWED ON LEASH

Dogs are welcome on leash. Please practice Leave No Trace principles and pack out all waste.

Watershed Protection Guidelines:

Stay on designated trails
Pack out ALL waste (including pet waste)
Do not disturb water sources
Follow all posted regulations
Respect wildlife and vegetation

Amenities

🅿️ Free Parking🚻 Restroomsℹ️ Visitor Center🎪 Playground🐕 Pet Friendly👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Friendly

Best Seasons

✨ Year-Round

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