The Utah Division of State History's article on Interstate 70 describes a Ghost Rock rest stop that provides expansive vistas across the San Rafael Swell, and says the full length of the route across the Swell was opened to traffic with a dedicatory service at Ghost Rock in 1970. Wikipedia's I-70 in Utah entry lists a Ghost Rocks view area at the summit that overlooks the Little Grand Canyon of the San Rafael River. We were unable to confirm from an official highway page the stop's facilities, parking or which directions of travel it serves; the Utah Department of Transportation is the agency to ask.
Nearest Airports
Straight-line distance from Ghost Rocks view area, not drive time.
- Canyonlands Regional (CNY) — 57 miles
- Provo Municipal (PVU) — 106 miles
- Bryce Canyon (BCE) — 108 miles
Live Conditions
Wildlife Spotted Nearby
Sources — 2 claims, 2 checked against the source
| Claim | Source | Status |
|---|---|---|
| The Ghost Rock rest stop provides expansive vistas across the Swell; the full length of the route was opened to traffic with a dedicatory service at Ghost Rock (article gives 5 November 1970) (checked 2026-10-14) | Utah Division of State History - Interstate 70 | Checked |
| Lists a Ghost Rocks view area; at the summit is a view area overlooking the Little Grand Canyon of the San Rafael River. Used for the name and setting only (checked 2026-10-14) | Wikipedia - Interstate 70 in Utah | Checked |