Compact hoodoo amphitheater of red Claron-like (Flagstaff/Colton-adjacent) badlands nicknamed a “mini Bryce Canyon,” reached by a short trail off the Nebo Loop National Scenic Byway between Payson and Nephi. Eroded spires, fins, and a colorful amphitheater wall sit in the Uinta National Forest—easy geology stop with mountain views rather than a long hike.
Field facts
| Region | Juab County, UT |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 39.8025, -111.6877 |
| Landform | Hoodoos and badland amphitheater in brightly colored Tertiary sediments |
| Nickname | Often called a mini Bryce Canyon of central Utah |
| Access | Short trail from Nebo Loop Scenic Byway trailhead / overlook |
| Agency | Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest |
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Nearby amenities
- CampgroundBEAR CANYON4 km away
- CampgroundPONDEROSA UINTA4.6 km away
- CampgroundBLACKHAWK11.3 km away
- CampgroundTINNEY FLAT11.4 km away
- CampgroundPAYSON LAKES GUARD STATION14.4 km away
- CampgroundPAYSON LAKES14.7 km away
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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