Hanksville, Utah Elevation 4,315 ft. Population 225. Founded in 1882 by Ebenezer Hanks and other Mormon settlers along the Fremont River, the town soon became a regional supply depot for local miners, ranchers and farmers. Hanksville is the last stop before Robbers Roost Canyon, where Butch Cassidy and the Wild Bunch would hide out. Campground, lodging, restaurants. Bicentennial Scenic Byway Travel the Bicentennial Highway Scenic Byway U-95 past reminders of the Gold Rush era, through magnificent red rock canyons, to the blue waters of Lake Powell. Hike to Anasazi Indian cliff dwellings and explore the world's largest collection of natural bridges.