The Energy Loop actually consists of two forks. From Fairview, you’ll travel along State Highway 31 to the junction of State Highway 264. From there, the byway forks. You can continue along State Highway 264 to Scofield, then on to Colton. Or, head south through the Manti La Sal National Forest along State Highway 31 until you reach Huntington. To make a complete loop, you could drive from Colton, along State Highway 6 to State Highway 10, past Helper and down to Huntington.
The Huntington and Eccles Canyons National Scenic Byways, or “Energy Loop,” takes you through some of Utah’s most beautiful, and often under-appreciated scenery.
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The Energy Loop actually consists of two forks. From Fairview, you’ll travel along State Highway 31 to the junction of State Highway 264. From there, the byway forks. You can continue along State Highway 264 to Scofield, then on to Colton. Or, head south through the Manti La Sal National Forest along State Highway 31 until you reach Huntington.
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To make a complete loop, you could drive from Colton, along State Highway 6 to State Highway 10, past Helper and down to Huntington, for a total of 146 miles.
Google Click here for the interactive map to make this complete loop.
The little town of Fairview has around 1,200 people.
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Here’s a view of Burnout Canyon.
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You’ll find interpretive signs along the byway. This photo shows Electric Lake in the distance.
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Scofield State Park includes a 2,815 -acre Reservoir that’s perfect for recreation.
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Scofield was the site of one of the worst mining disaster in history. In May of 1900, a spark set off an explosion that killed 199 miners. This photo shows the old headstones of the miners who were killed, along with newer headstones that accompany each grave.
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The Sanpete Overlook provides a pretty view.
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The Stuart Historic Guard Station was built in Huntington Canyon in the 1930s. Stop by here to learn about the history of forestry in this area.
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The Manti-La Sal National Forest cover 1.2 million acres.
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Huntington State Park is a picturesque 111-acre park with a pretty reservoir.
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The Huntington Power Plant - you can see why this byway is named “Energy Loop.”
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Huntington Canyon is a popular spot for cyclists.
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The remains of a 10,500-year old mammoth were discovered at the Mammoth Discovery Site on August 8, 1988.
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Want some more information on this scenic byway? Visit the Federal Highway Administration’s website for a suggested route.
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US Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration
Click here for the interactive map to make this complete loop.
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