This Dreamy Road Trip Will Take You To The Best Fall Foliage In All Of Utah

There is no doubt about it — fall in Utah is one of the most wonderful and beautiful times of the year. During this season, the mountains become covered in the rich hues of autumn and Utahns bring out the sweaters and boots and enjoy all of the pumpkin-spiced eats and drinks. However, to truly enjoy this time of year, you must begin your search and enjoy the best fall day trips near me in Utah. Fortunately, the search won't be hard as the Beehive State is filled with several of these excursions.

Here's one of the best fall day trips in Utah that will take you through some of the best fall foliage.

You'll travel 139 miles on this road trip through Utah and Juab Counties. The entire trip takes just under five hours, assuming you don't stop along the way. We recommend that you take your time and enjoy the overlooks, hiking, and photo opportunities you'll find all along this route.

Our trip starts in Nephi and travels north to Alpine; you can complete it going the opposite direction, of course. Travel on I-15 either southbound or northbound from your end point for the fastest way back home.

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From Nephi, take the 34-mile Mount Nebo Scenic Byway to Payson. You'll wind your way along the byway, climbing 9,000 feet in the process. Enjoy stunning views of the Wasatch Mountains and Mount Nebo. Isn't fall in Utah gorgeous?

From Payson, head northeast to the little town of Salem.

Travel up Spanish Fork Canyon to witness the reds and yellows of the maples and aspens.

As you search for the best day trips near me in Utah, you might consider a little side trip to Fifth Water Hot Springs (aka Diamond Fork Hot Springs).

Read our article about this pretty hot springs here.

You'll continue along Diamond Fork Road and enter Hobble Creek Canyon.

The colors in this canyon near Springville are magnificent in the fall.

From Springville, drive through the Provo/Orem area along the bench for some nice views of the valley and mountains.

Head up Provo Canyon for even more stunning foliage. This is one of the most beautiful places to visit in Utah during the fall months.

Stop at Bridal Veil Falls for a few photo opportunities.

Sundance is another great stopping point on this road trip. Take a hike, ride the lift, and enjoy a meal.

Wind your way through the Alpine Loop. This is one of Utah's most famous scenic drives for fall foliage and you'll soon see why.

Your trip ends in the charming town of Alpine. From here, continue on along the Wasatch Front into the canyons above Salt Lake City for even more foliage, or head for home along I-15.

As you search for the best day trips near me in Utah, give this one a try. You won't regret exploring and visiting some of the most beautiful places to visit in Utah.

Have you driven some or all of this road trip in previous years? Share your pretty photos with us in the comments!

If you'd like to add more destinations to your road trip, check out these 13 beautiful fall destinations in Utah.