Vernal/Flaming Gorge

Vernal and the Uinta Basin are known for high adventure and mountains. Flaming Gorge Reservoir offers spectacular outdoor activities, including boating, fishing, camping, biking, and hiking. The Green River flows through the region, providing blue ribbon trout fishing and exciting whitewater rafting.

The Uinta Mountains shelter hundreds of lakes and streams teaming with trout. These are the highest mountains in Utah and offer great opportunities for hiking, backpacking, and horse or llama packing. Dinosaurs roamed this area and left countless fossils and footprints. Learn more about these creatures at Dinosaur National Monument, home to one of the largest collections of Jurassic period bones and fossils. The Utah Field House of Natural History offers a renowned museum and displays on dinosaurs and other prehistoric life. State parks at Steinaker and Red Fleet reservoirs provide modern campgrounds and wonderful opportunities for boating and fishing. There are many other opportunities for adventure in this remarkable area.

Zion National Park

Zion National Park is rated as one of the top national parks, offering breathtaking vistas and slot canyons, glistening pools and delicate waterfalls. The heart of Zion park is spectacular Zion Canyon. Other famous sites include Angels Landing and the Zion Narrows. Visitors will find that Zion National Park lodging is plentiful in nearby towns, which offer hotels, bed and breakfasts, and inns.