Guardsman Pass Scenic Backway
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HeartOGold1969
Des Moines, IA102 contributions
Oct 2022
With the fall colors, this was fabulous and there was a lot of different terrain to view. Only issue was that so many people were disregarding posted signs and parking alongside the road. This was both dangerous and annoying. But totally worth your time.
Written 17 October 2022
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topfan
Grand Haven, MI1,723 contributions
Sep 2022 • Couples
This is a very nice drive. Don’t rush, stop at some of the provided stops, and either take in the views or check out some of the many trails. You can mountain bike many of these trails or simply hike them. You don’t have to go far to find amazing views and peace and quiet. The actual drive is not as intimidating as some people lead you to believe. Again, just take your time and enjoy the experience!
Written 9 October 2022
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Alice C
Penticton, Canada24 contributions
Oct 2022 • Family
Newly paved. Accessible with vault toilets here and there. Parking is a problem if you want to hike. Go early and go slow. Oct 3, 2022 is perfect for leaves but another fellow said they would “peak” in 10 days.
Written 3 October 2022
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MrsB0wman
Green Cove Springs, FL88 contributions
Sep 2022
The road passes through luxury ski resorts to beautiful views at the top of the pass. Continue on to Salt Lake City through spectacular Big Cottonwood Canyon. It’s well worth the drive.
Written 30 September 2022
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Bob and Lisa B
Rolling Meadows, United States3 contributions
Sep 2022
Beautiful walk at Mirror Lake, the Aspens starting to change color. Gorgeous. Saw lots of wildlife even a bald eagle.
Written 21 September 2022
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today1111
Ocoee, TN110 contributions
Aug 2022 • Couples
Beautiful drive. Intersects Big Cottonwood Canyon Road (190) at Brighton. Map shows it's north of Park City - not correct. Big Cottonwood Canyon is better drive. No signage for trails. You will see several cars parked along drive - trails there? Do homework before you go.
Written 23 August 2022
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Trevi36
Tahoka, TX61 contributions
Jul 2022
Drove out here to get good photo opportunities, see some mountains and scenery and hoping to see animals.
Written 30 July 2022
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Laura F
Princeton, NJ10 contributions
Aug 2021
The most beautiful drive. Can tack on to a hike on Blood Lake or we drove on our way home from The Falls near Sundance.
Written 2 September 2021
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Susie H.
2 contributions
Jul 2021
Absolutely beautiful!! 360° views. Lovely place for a picnic or a family photo. Easy drive and not crowded the day we were there.
Written 31 July 2021
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Terry49_8
South Jordan, UT120 contributions
Jul 2021
The drive is indeed gorgeous, but as the road became narrower and narrower at the top, it made me extremely nervous. If you are not afraid of heights, definitely go for it!
Written 26 July 2021
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Can you use a razor on guardsman pass side by side
Michael J
Becker, MN43 contributions
It's a pretty tight, two lane road without much of a shoulder. I would go single file.
Can you use a side by side on guardsman pass
KGL0210
Austin, TX14 contributions
Guardsman Pass is a paved two lane street that runs through the mountains. I am not aware of restrictions if there are any but I would think that it would be dangerous to use a side by side because of the cars on the road.
Stephen S
San Juan, Puerto Rico537 contributions
Any places to lunch along the way???
BajaBenson
Baja California, Mexico70 contributions
Yes plenty of them. There are not any restaurants if that is your question. I would suggest stopping by Legers sandwiches or even better uptown fare for a lunch to go. These are both in Park City. Once you are in Guardsmans pass you will see several spots for a great picnic.
When is scheduled opening for guardsmen pass this year
BajaBenson
Baja California, Mexico70 contributions
I don’t think they have a scheduled time. It depends upon the snowpack and melt.
Janet W
newport beach ca
Thinking of doing a drive thru Guardsman Pass today. Is the road construction finished?
melonhead44
California14 contributions
Yes
Peabody76
Layton, UT
Is the road paved from park city to midway
angelboi666
6 contributions
Yes. They only close it by winter.
When is Guardian's pass scenic bypass open
Tim F
Harrisburg, PA95 contributions
Papa TOny's answer is correct. Need to call Breckenridge Chamber of Commerce or Police.
J6323RPjaneh
1 contribution
Can you get
Married here
Jgray0615
Irwin, PA958 contributions
It is a beautiful location. I would imagine if you asked the Huber City people. You would have to truck everything up there. I would only attempt this in the summer.
Leslie F
Henderson, NV489 contributions
About how long is the unpaved portion of the road? Is it graded gravel or real rough?
KMcoloradofamily
Denver, CO55 contributions
Paved but very narrow in spots. On the way to Brighton (past the pass) there is one curve that was pretty damaged (with graded gravel surface) and only passable by one vehicle at a time. You just have to watch for oncoming traffic and take turns. This spot was only about 100 feet or so long and passable in a regular passenger car. The Brighton route takes you through nice national forest scenery all the way down to Salt Lake City (eventually running into 215 beltway) Alternative route is to go toward Midway into Heber Valley and hit the main highway (US 40) back to Park City via Kearns Blvd or I-80.
GUARDSMAN PASS SCENIC BACKWAY (Park City) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
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