OverviewAbajo Peak is the highest point in the Abajo Mountains. Located in scenic southeast Utah, this isolated mountain group rises prominently above the town of Monticello, and is an oasis of greenery in the Utah desert. The Abajo Mountains are located in the Manti-La Sal National Forest, and are sometimes referred to as the Blue Mountains.
The gentle Abajo Mountains are not an impressive mountain range. Overshadowed by the nearby La Sal Mountains, they don't seem to attract much attention. The Abajos have a number of trails, scenic roads, and campgrounds. The mountains also provide a welcome relief from the desert heat. For those not interested in climbing the mountain, a dirt road leads all the way to the top of Abajo Peak, which has several radio towers on top of it.
With an elevation of 11,360', Abajo Peak ranks way down on the Utah elevation list. But the new field of Prominence has made Abajo Peak a more important mountain. With a prominence of 4,550', Abajo Peak makes an impressive appearance on the Utah Prominence Map. Getting ThereFrom Monticello, take the paved Forest Road 105 six miles west to the Dalton Springs Campground. Drive about a half mile west of the campground to the start of the North Canyon Road 079 on the left side of the road. Park here if you want to climb the mountain from the bottom. Otherwise, you can drive up the road as far as you want.
Mountain ConditionsContact the Monticello Ranger District at 435-587-2041 for the latest information.
Forest Service Map: Manti-La Sal National Forest (Moab and Monticello Ranger Districts).
Topo Map: Abajo Peak.
CampingThere are three Forest Service Campgrounds in the Abajos: Dalton Springs, Buckboard, and Devils Canyon.
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