Utah State Route 63

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Utah State Route 63 (SR-63) is a state highway in the U.S. state of Utah. Just 2.63 mi long, it serves as a connection between Utah State Route 12 (a scenic byway) and Bryce Canyon National Park.

Route description

Starting from the northern edge of Bryce Canyon National Park, the route runs northward, passing a view area, and exiting Dixie National Forest within the first mile. It continues north until its terminus at the intersection with SR-12 less than two miles later.

History

Previous designation

This route number was originally in use from 1931 – 1971 as a route from Salina to Scipio. The route number was withdrawn when this route was transferred to SR-26, and subsequently designated as part of US-50.

Current designation

Utah State Route 12 originally had a short spur serving Bryce Canyon. This spur was split off into a distinct highway, SR-63, in 1975.

Major intersections

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