Travel Alert: The southern portion of San Juan County including the communities of Bluff, Montezuma Creek, Aneth and the surrounding areas, has been heavily affected by recent heavy rain and flooding.

Please be advised that there may be road, park, and business closures throughout the area. More information here.

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Needles / Anticline Overlooks Scenic Backway - County Road 133

Drive west off US Highway 191 to the Needles and Anticline Overlooks(opens in new tab) at the edge of a 1000 foot cliff. The La Sal Mountains rise in the distance in contrast to the sweeping desert below the overlooks. Windwhistle and Hatch Point Campgrounds are available. This Backway is open year round, although a winter snow storm may close the road temporarily. Allow 1 hour to reach the Needles Overlook and 1 1/2 hours to reach Anticline.

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