Located in Eastern Utah, the byway extends along Hwy 191 from Vernal to the Wyoming border, and from the junction of Hwy 191/144 to Manila. The theme of this drive is Wildlife through the Ages; the 82-mile road is highlighted by wildlife observation sites throughout the Ashley National Forest and takes in the eastern flank of the Uinta Mountains. Featured on the trail is the billion-year-old exposed core of the Uintas, near Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area. Numerous opportunities for side trips are available; interpretive signs along the drive explain the evolution of geology and wildlife in this historic area. This drive has also been recognized as a National Scenic Byway.
Location:
Vernal Utah 84078
Other Wildlife Viewing nearby:
(Rangely) 4A Mountain Outfitters
(Vernal) Flaming Gorge-Uintas Scenic Byway
(Vernal) Jones Hole National Fish Hatchery
(Dutch John) Old Moe Guide Service
(Whiterocks) Whiterocks State Fish Hatchery
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04/19 Coming to The Vernal area
Barrel into Spring Wine Tasting Event Grand Junction CO April27-May19 Exquisitely prepared gourmet meals, 'behind the scenes' winery and vineyard tours, tasting wines that are not readily available to the general public, and of course barrel tasting.
Grand Junction Yoga Festival Grand Junction CO July11-14 The Telluride Yoga Festival is a unique event that elevates the benefits of yoga with a mission to protect our natural environment.
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