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Kathline Rock View Area

Hanksville, Utah

This roadside stop between Goblin Valley is the perfect location to view some of the region's natural wonders.  

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The Henry Mountains and Caineville Badlands. zackofalltrades (Atlas Obscura User)
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Viewfinder for the Henry Mountains. zackofalltrades (Atlas Obscura User)
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This charmingly retro roadside stop between Goblin Valley and the Henry Mountains is a wonderful location to view some of the lower forty-eight’s last mapped regions These include the Henry Mountains, Boulder Mountain, and Factory Butte to name a few. It’s a child pleasing stop and a wonderful place to stretch your legs on long road trips across Utah. There’s also free camping across the road behind Kathline Rock.

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6.25 miles
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