Price UT to Dubois WY: Scenic Drive Guide

This route from Price, Utah, to Dubois, Wyoming, traverses 290 miles of high desert and mountain terrain, climbing from 5,500 feet to 7,000 feet, with the continental divide crossing near Togwotee Pass.

US-191 north from Price to I-80, then US-287/26, offers a mix of coal country, ranchland, and national forest.

The journey takes 5.5 hours without stops, but plan 7-8 hours to appreciate the views.

Is it worth driving? Yes, for the outdoor access and geological variety.

The route starts on US-191 North from Price, joining I-80 East near Green River, Wyoming, then US-287 North to Dubois.

Road quality is good, but be prepared for winter conditions and remote stretches.

• Fuel: gas stations in Price, Green River, and Dubois, but limited in between.
• Prices: roughly $3.50/gal in Utah, $3.20 in Wyoming.
• Budget: treat meals at $12-15 per person.

Restrooms are available at rest areas and convenience stores, though some close seasonally.

No toll roads on this route.

This is a scenic but isolated route; cell service is intermittent, especially in national forests.

Traffic includes occasional large trucks in coal country, so maintain safe following distances.

• Rest areas every 50-70 miles, some with picnic tables and vending machines.
• Family-friendly: towns like Green River have parks, but few attractions.
• Pet-friendly: many motels in Price, Green River, and Dubois accept pets; call ahead.

To combat fatigue, stop every 2 hours at places like the Flaming Gorge Dam overlook or the Merna rest area.

Plan lunch at a local diner, but hours can be tight midweek.

Remember, planning stops is key; check how to find the best stops and hidden gems between cities for tips.

Price sits on the Colorado Plateau, with desert canyons and the Book Cliffs to the north.

As you climb, you'll pass the Uinta Mountains and the Green River Basin, then cross the Wind River Range.

Natural landmarks include Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area, accessible via a 30-mile detour from US-191.

Local commerce ranges from mining supply stores in Price to fly-fishing outfitters in Dubois.

Dubois, with a population of 974, hosts the National Bighorn Sheep Interpretive Center.

For hidden gems, consider a side trip to the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, though that adds 90 minutes each way.