Scenic Byway 12
Boulder Mountain, UT

Boulder Mountain is 9,670 feet above sea level and sits on the Aquarius Plateau, the highest timbered plateau in North America.

Breathtaking vistas can be seen from the Scenic Byway 12/Boulder Mountain pullouts including views of the Henry Mountains, Navajo Mountain, Waterpocket Fold, Circle Cliffs, and sights more than 100 miles away.

Boulder Mountain is a recreation area for all who love the outdoors. This "Land of a Thousand Lakes" is a fish-hunter's dream with many secluded mountain lakes and streams supportinglarge rainbow and brook trout.

Mule deer, elk, wild turkey, and other wildlife can be found in the tall stands of timber and open meadows. Hunting on Boulder Mountain is a popular sport for many people. Access to the top of Boulder Mountain is rugged, often requiring 4-wheel drive, pack trips, OHVs or hiking.

The Dixie National Forest maintains several campgrounds on Boulder Mountain along Scenic Byway 12. Campers can find RV and tent camping at Oak Creek, Upper and Lower Pleasant Creek, Single Tree, and Lower Bowns Campgrounds. Services are available in Boulder and in Torrey on Highway 24.