On the Mirror Lake Scenic Byway you will come face to face with Nature, and you may feel rather in awe of the power of untamed places. Trailheads along the Mirror Lake road lead to some of the best alpine hikes and backpacking trails in America. There are also more than two dozen designated campgrounds on or just off the byway. For really detailed information on trails, campgrounds, and other recreational opportunities, stop at the Forest Service information office in Kamas. The Mirror Lake Scenic Byway is entirely paved, with numerous turnouts, and driveable in any size vehicle.
Traffic is usually moderate mid week, heavy on weekends.
September can be a beautiful time for this drive, with generally clear, cool days and cold nights. This byway is generally closed from mid-October until May, though exact dates depend entirely on snowfall. The drive begins in the pleasant mountain village of Kamas. Kamas is about 8 miles from the intersection. Center Street in Kamas is UT 150, at the only real intersection in town.