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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