Forest Road 640 is an epic drive through the mountains of Utah

Forest Road 640 is a very scenic drive located in Sevier County, in the U.S. state of Utah, running entirely over 2,500m above sea level.

Forest Road 640

Where is Forest Road 640?

The road is located in the central section of Utah, high in the heart of Capitol Reef National Park, within the Fishlake National Forest.

When was Forest Road 640 paved?

Forest Road 640 is a two-lane paved road with stunning views of Johnson Valley Reservoir and Fish Lake. It was fully paved in 2015. The road features many steep sections, hitting a maximum gradient of 15.2% through some of the ramps. The speed limit is 25 mph.

How long is Forest Road 640?

The road is 36.37 km (22.6 miles) long, running south-north from UT-25 to FS 038.

Is Forest Road 640 open in winter?

The road tops out at 3,202m (10,505ft) above sea level, at Niotche-Lost CR Divide. It’s one of the highest roads in Utah. It’s usually open in winter.

 

 

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