The Flaming Gorge Tour

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State: Utah
Date Submitted: August 1, 2008
Submitted by: Craig
Motorcycle Road Length: 75 Miles

Written Directions

From Vernal at Hwy. 40 ride North on Hwy. 191 for 35 miles. At the junction of Hwy. 191 and Hwy. 44 turn right and continue East on 191 for 6 miles to the Flaming Gorge Dam. From Flaming Gorge Dam return west to the junction of Hwy 44 and Hwy 191. Turn right on Hwy 44 and continue North for 28 Miles to Manila.

Scenery

Route starts in Dinosaur land Utah and follows amazing red stone geological formations with roadside signs indicating which fossils and minerals are found where. You then travel over the top of the Uintah mountain range winding through everything from aspen trees to ponderosa pines. Several designated scenic overlooks as well as countless points of interest follow. Amazing views of Ashley valley from the south slope. The view from the Flaming gorge dam is great. The red canyon overlook is second to none with trails around the canyon rim overlooking Flaming Gorge Reservoir several hundred feet below. The North slope offers more great panoramic views and a great overlook site where you can see for miles. Wildlife is abundant(elk, mule deer, big horn sheep).

Road Quality

Road condition is excellent. Everything from steep tight mountain side switch backs to long rolling straits. Can be cold especially at higher elevations in the spring and fall.

Roadside Amenities

Plenty of places to stop and soak in the views. Many campgrounds and roadside forest service restrooms. There are visitor centers at both Flaming Gorge dam and Red Canyon. Tours are also available of the dam. There are a few restaurants in Manila, one in Dutch John, and one at Red Canyon.

Additional Info

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Reviewed by Guest on May 1, 2010 (0 out of 0 members found this review useful.)
Creator: Wanderer
motorcycle_year: 2009
motorcycle_make: Yamaha
motorcycle_type: Touring
Comment: As I stated in a previous post, you do not want to skip the Flaming Gorge Dam. It's worth the stop along the route.
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