Ashley National Forest

Recreational Activities

Boating and Water Sports --The Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area is a popular boating and water sport area. Boating ramps and marinas are located at several sites around the Lake. There are 26 campgrounds in the immediate area of the Gorge, four of which are accessible only by boat. Boaters and water sport enthusiasts should be especially careful since high winds may be encountered, and the waters of the Lake are cold. Know and obey all State and Federal regulations while using the Lake. The Green River below Flaming Gorge Dam also provides adventures for non-motorized water craft meeting state and federal regulations for river running. Twenty six miles of the Green River are open to approved water craft without permit. Permits from the National Park Service are needed for the 26 miles of the Green River within the Dinosaur National Monument.

Hiking, Backpacking, and Horseback Riding --Over 1,000 miles of trail exist on the Ashley National Forest providing visitors with access to backcountry and wilderness areas. Trailhead locations for many of these trails are listed under trails. Parking, horse unloading facilities, and comfort stations exist at most trailhead locations.

Off-Highway Vehicles --The District travel maps show travel opportunities available for high clearance vehicles, ATVs, and motorcycles. Many areas and trails on the Forest are open to off-highway vehicles. The Ashley National Forest adopts States of Utah and Wyoming Off-highway vehicle regulations, with the basic direction that all "areas and routes are closed unless designated open." Thus, areas and routes open to off-highway vehicles are designated and shown on these maps. Refer to the travel opportunity legend for symbols and identifiers.

Cross Country Skiing, Snowmobiling, and other Winter Sports activities --There are areas and trails open to cross country skiing or snowmobile use. Two facilities called "Yurts" are available to rent for overnight stays by cross country skiers. The Yurts are about four to seven  miles from the Flaming Gorge - Uintas Scenic Byway. Construction of other such facilities in various areas of the Forest is planned. Brochures about winter sports activities are available at Forest offices. Winter safety tips are included under the section entitled Safety and Health In the Forest.

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