Top 4 Natural Monuments in Cedar Breaks National Monument

Chessmen Ridge Overlook is a quick but worthwhile pause along the high plateau, giving you a clear look into the deep, sculpted canyons of Cedar Breaks. It’s an easy pull-off with easy access to the viewpoint. The elevation here keeps things crisp, so it’s a good place to gauge the weather before committing to the next stretch.

Cedar Breaks National Monument sits high on the Markagunt Plateau, offering riders a striking reward after the long climb from Cedar Canyon. The rim overlooks a massive amphitheater of red and orange hoodoos, similar to Bryce Canyon but far quieter and more intimate. Expect cooler temperatures and strong winds at the top, and take advantage of the overlook pullouts for a break. The views here are some of the best you’ll get on two wheels in southern Utah.

Great place to pull off UT 143 to get a great view of the Kodachrome Basin. There is a small parking area, but no benches or restrooms here.

The Cedar Breaks National Monument is located on the west side of the Paunsaugunt-Plateaus. You might know the much more famous "brother" Bryce Canyon on the east side. The bizarre red sandstone formations in this small park might remind you of those in Bryce Canyon.

Each vantage point has its own new perspective into the depths of Cedar Breaks NM

Cedar Breaks National Monument is mostly left out, firstly because it is a bit off the standard routes, you can only get a view of Cedar Breaks NM from above and Bryce Canyon is more spectacular and Bryce Canyon is easy to hike down and into the hoodoos.

The Cedar Breaks National Monument is located on the west side of the Paunsaugunt-Plateaus. You might know the much more famous "brother" Bryce Canyon on the east side. The bizarre red sandstone formations in this small park might remind you of those in Bryce Canyon. If you want to hike, there are a few nice and short trails to discover the area. There is also a campground close by.

Beautiful overlook over the red sandstone formations of Cedar Breaks National Monument. If you have been to Bryce Canyon, you might think, that these look similar to those in Bryce. And in fact, the formations are the counterpiece to the ones on the eastside of this plateau.