San Juan County, Utah
San Juan County lies in the southeastern corner of Utah, bordering Arizona, Colorado, and New Mexico. It includes part of the famous Four Corners region and is the largest county in Utah by land area.
Despite its enormous size, the county is sparsely populated, with vast stretches of open desert and dramatic scenery. Monument Valley is one of its most recognizable attractions, known for its towering red rock buttes featured in countless Western films. Natural Bridges National Monument is another popular destination, drawing visitors with its impressive natural rock formations.
The San Juan River winds through the county, while Blanding serves as its largest community. Native American heritage is deeply connected to the region, which includes lands of the Navajo Nation. Ancient Ancestral Puebloan ruins and archaeological sites can also be found throughout the area, giving San Juan County a remarkable connection to the past.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | San Juan County |
| County Seat | Monticello |
| Population | Approximately 15,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Monticello, Blanding, Bluff, Mexican Hat, La Sal |
| Interstates and Highways | US-191, US-163, UT-95 |
| FIPS Code | 49-037 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 7,933 sq mi (Land: 7,820 sq mi; Water: 113 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Grand County (North), Mesa County, Colorado (Northeast), Montrose County, Colorado (Northeast), San Miguel County, Colorado (East), Dolores County, Colorado (East), Montezuma County, Colorado (East), San Juan County, New Mexico (Southeast), Apache County, Arizona (South), Navajo County, Arizona (South), Coconino County, Arizona (Southwest), Kane County (West), Garfield County (West), Wayne County (West), Emery County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Mountain Time Zone (MT) |
| State | Utah |
| Coordinates | 37.6247° N, 109.4786° W |
| Etymology | Named for the San Juan River, which flows through the county |
| Major Landmarks | Monument Valley, Canyonlands National Park, Bears Ears National Monument, Hovenweep National Monument |
