Exploring the Bentonite Hills Utah

While there are several places that look like this in Southern Utah, the best places to see this Mars landscape is the Bentonite Hills Utah.

How to Get to the Bentonite Hills in Utah

You can also take a day trip from Moab to the Bentonite Hills, but it will be a long drive back after sunset as it is about 2.5 to 3 hours each way.

As you take the 4×4 only road to get to that part of Capitol Reef, you’ll notice a variety of landscapes on the way including the striped hills that give the area the Mars look.

Tips for Visiting Bentonite Hills, Utah

Remember to also practice Leave No Trace if you decide to climb up the Bentonite Hills. There are no official trails in the Bentonite Hills.

Be careful though – some of the previously distrubed areas along the washes down the hills have deep holes going down into the hills.

Where to Eat Near the Bentonite Hills

If you go through Hanksville, make sure to eat at Duke’s Slickrock Grill. Get the cornbread – you won’t regret it!

Where to Stay Near the Bentonite Hills

The closest option to look into is staying in Hanksville, Utah (Agoda | Booking.com). In Hanksville, one of the only options is OYO Hotel Hanksville.

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