Vernal Utah

Plan a picnic at Green River or Split Mountain. Hitch onto the camper or load up the tent; there are plenty of camping spots available for a night under the stars. Enjoy a quiet hike on the “Sound of Silence” trail, or scream and holler as you experience whitewater rafting down the Green River. Exploring Dinosaur National Monument on foot will allow you to view massive arches and rarely seen petroglyphs. Don’t forget to stop by Josie’s Cabin in Cub Creek. If you love Wild West stories, this is one you’ll want to know.

Vernal is home to three state parks: The Utah Field House of Natural History Dinosaur Museum, Steinaker and Red Fleet Reservoir state parks. You can have your boat launched and ready for a day on the water in less than 20 minutes from downtown. Don’t have a boat? Don’t let this stop you; Steinaker is home to Vernal Beach, where you can enjoy a day building sandcastles, swimming or playing on the dock. There are lots of picnic tables, camp sites and pavilions. Red Fleet has been referred to as the “Little Lake Powell” with its gorgeous scenery and huge red cliffs. Don’t forget to watch out for dinosaur tracks as you play and explore the land around the lake. The Field House museum is a hands-on experience where visitors