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Uinta
National Forest
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Side Of Mount Timpanogos Picture
Taken By C Strickland
The
Uinta National Forest ranges from high western desert at Vernon to lofty
mountain peaks such as Mount Nebo (elevation 11,877 feet, the highest peak
in the Wasatch Range) and Mount Timpanogos (elevation 11,750 feet). The
Forest contains three Wilderness Areas, the Lone Peak, the Mount
Timpanogos and the Mount Nebo Wildernesses. The Forest surrounds the
Timpanogos Cave National Monument.
On the Alpine Scenic Loop, 24 miles of
paved road take you from the mouth of American Fork Canyon east into the
canyon over the Loop road which junctions with US Highway 189 in Provo
Canyon. You will pass numerous campgrounds and picnic areas as well as
Timpanogos Cave National Monument. The Cascade Springs Scenic Highway is a
side trip off of the Alpine Scenic Loop. This 7.5 mile paved roads extends
to the Cascade Springs Interpretive Site. The main feature is the large
springs which cascade down the mountain slope in a series of limestone
terraces and pools.
The Nebo Scenic Loop Highway is a
photographer's dream. This route offers 32 paved miles of rugged mountain
beauty and several magnificent overlooks of the surrounding valleys. The
Loop begins at Payson City and terminates near the city of Nephi. Along
the way you will find numerous campgrounds including the Payson Lakes
campground and recreation area, the large Blackhawk campground with its
horseman's loop, and the Devil's Kitchen Geologic Interest Area.
Strawberry Reservoir Recreation Area is one
of Utah's premier fishing reservoirs, it has recently been enlarged to a
total of 17,160 surfaces acres. The reservoir is located 23 miles
southeast of Heber City on U.S. Highway 40. New recreation facilities have
been constructed and include 3 new campgrounds, numerous day-use and
picnic sites, 2 paved boat ramps and full-service Marinas at Strawberry
Bay and Soldier Creek recreation sites. The area draws many snowmobilers
in the winter. A fishing pier on the reservoir is wheelchair accessible.
The Current Creek Reservoir Recreation Area
is a large recreation complex, approximately 40 miles southeast of Heber.
This recreation site includes a large campground, paved boat ramp, an
interpretive nature trail and numerous hiking and horseback riding trails.
The Uinta National Forest scenic
beauty offers recreational opportunities any season of the year. Whether
you are a hiker, skier, camper, or horseback rider, the Forest can provide
the recreational experience you are seeking.
Crossing
the Forest, including the Great Western Trail which enters the Uinta on
the north at Sunset Peak and exits in the south at Tucker. Berry-picking,
pinenut gathering, birding, fishing, hunting, and snowmobiling are some of
the other activities on the Forest. A downhill ski area is located
partially on the National Forest and several cross-country ski trails are
easily accessible.
Uinta
National Forest Supervisor's Office
88 West 100 North
Provo, UT 84601
(801) 342-5100
Click
Here For Camping Information And Reservations
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