Loved red fleet when we visited last year so much, we drove 6 hours to come back and camp and share…read moreit with my girl scouts! They have hammock sites (where you could just set up hammocks to sleep in outside), teepees, RV sites, tent sites. Pretty much anything you could want. We went during the week and there was plenty of camping sites available. Though if it was full you would be right on top of your neighbors. Thankfully for us there was hardly anyone there. The camping area is not too far from the boat ramp. So it was easy to take our paddleboards and kayaks down and then drive back up and hit the water. The views here are so lovely. Really so unique. The reds and whites in the mountains and seeing all the rock layers. Make playing in the water pretty awesome. During the day there seemed to be a lot of users. Not as much as some of teh local lakes to me in Colorado but still busy. If you are wanting to rent a watercraft you would want to get there sooner rather than later. Not sure how their rental policy is working now as we brought our own kayaks and paddleboards this time. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. It was calm and peaceful and relaxing. Would definitely come back.

Great park just north of Vernal. Perfect place to rent paddle boards, paddle boats or kayaks and…read moreyou can use them in the lake and paddle across to the end of the trail where you can see the fossilized raptor prints. Just be sure if you bring their own boat or board that you pass by the Utah boat check stop so they can check it, otherwise you can't bring it in the water.

I came back to this walking park for second time today. The atmosphere was very nice: joggers,…read morewalkers, dog walkers, and several families with children. The later were enjoying all aspects of the park, particularly the water. The park has very unique features. First, for its size, it's amazing the variety of trees it hosts. It also has a cute gazebo next to a small creek that is crossed by two small Japanese garden bridges. While the City could invest more in this park, it is still a very nice place to walk and relax - specially near the sunset of a sunny day!

Right from the moment we pulled into the parking lot, the sound of rushing water filled the air,…read moreand it didn't take long to find out why. The centerpiece of the park is this stunning trio of waterfalls--three streams of water pouring side by side over bright limestone cliffs, surrounded by the kind of lush greenery that feels almost tropical. It was like walking into a Colorado rainforest. Mist from the falls cooled the air, and everything around them felt alive--ferns, moss, chirping birds, and the occasional chipmunk darting across the path. The trails were surprisingly well maintained and easy to navigate. We started with the paved path that led right up to the base of the falls--perfect for just soaking in the view, and even wheelchair accessible. Then we took the Coyote Trail, which loops up around and behind the falls. That's where things got even more fun. The trail winds past a handful of small limestone caves, some of which you can crawl into and explore. One of them opened up into a surprisingly big cavern--we hadn't brought flashlights, but our phones did the trick, and the kids loved it. It felt like discovering secret chambers in a fantasy story. When we made it to the top of the falls, the view was totally worth the mild climb. You could look down and see all three cascades in full, framed by trees and cliffs. And with the mist rising in the sunlight, it felt absolutely magical--like something out of a painting. What I loved most was how much this park offered in such a compact space. Waterfalls, caves, trails, wildlife, creeks, picnic spots--everything felt close and accessible, but never crowded or rushed. It was peaceful, beautiful, and so well kept. Honestly, it's one of the best hidden gems I've stumbled upon in Colorado.

This is a worth while stop if you are traveling through the area. It was a scenic drive from I-70…read moreinto the park. I was traveling with my husband and relatives. Note: I detracted one star because all the picnic tables for day visitors have been removed to discourage that activity. The only tables in the park are for the camp sites. We pulled into an empty site, since we did not see tables elsewhere, to have a quick lunch. We got a talking to from one of the park employees that it was not permitted. We were nearly done with lunch so we finished quickly and removed ourselves, making sure the area was as we found it. We then parked up at the trailhead parking. It is a pleasant walk to the base of the falls. Then we headed up the stairs that take you behind the falls as well as to some caves. My husband and his brother did the hike up and around to the top. My sister-in-law and I found a nice shaded bench to enjoy the views while we waited for them to return. It was an overall good experience. I would go back.

We loved Ashley Valley Community Park! There were multiple large playgrounds with various fun…read moreequipment, climbing obstacles, swings, slides, and much more! The park also featured a large grass field and picnic pavilions. The park grounds were clean and well maintained. Let your kids run around and enjoy the outside at this wonderful Vernal park.

Wonderful, open, clean…read more This update park has 4-5 major play structures and has a good variety for a range of kids. The grass was well maintained with a wide selection of shade trees to chose from for resting under, and the local kids were super nice to my little ones. The play structures are updated, and of a seemingly high-quality build. The facilities were clean (and open!).

The Arch is a relatively easy ~ 2 mile hike along OHV and foot trails and thus is very busy. It is…read morewell sign posted and the views of the Steinaker reservoir are nice. When we went a very large group of OHVs ( ~ 20) drove by on our way down blowing up a bunch of dust and we had to move off of the trail into the desert to let them pass so that spoiled the trip for us. There is only room for a couple of these vehicles at the top so no idea how they managed to park.

7/22/2021 thursday arrived around 1030 am. this trail is…read moreon BLM property. there are no dog poop bags or facilities. there is also no shade on the trail. Take the turn at the blue sign marked moonshine arch. google maps took us into steinaker state park. its not there. follow the road and take a left. you will end up in a dirt parking lot. that is it. there is not any signage at the trail head. i would recommend turning on your all trails map when you go as there are several routes once you get on the trail not sure where they all go but several folks we encountered had gotten lost and it took them longer. and it was HOT. the arch was cool at the end and there is a cave you can sit in and cool off. The trail is all sand so be prepared for that. it does make it a little more challenging than a typical dirt trail.

We enjoyed the views and finding the dinosaur tracks, plus early summer wildflowers. The reservoir…read morewas quite full and the tracks that were visible were not as striking as some of the other photos on Yelp, but it was still exciting to see. Look for a 3 toed depression and look at multiple angles to catch the tracks in the sun and shadow. The Trail is easy to moderate with some up and down over sandstone so boots are the best option for footwear. The purple lupine were blooming in late May and made a striking contrast against the bright sand.

So much fun. It was a fairly hard hike, with ups and downs and uneven surfaces, but it was…read morethrilling to see the dinosaur prints. 6 year old loved it. Bring lots of water and your camera!

As the previous reviewer says, there is more than one entrance to Dinosaur National Monument, each…read moreone doing something different. This is the Visitors Center that leads to scenic views but no dinosaurs and no petroglyphs. BUT.. they do have their own National Park stamp for those collectors, they have a gift shop, knowledgeable Rangers and bathrooms so all is not lost! The Main Visitors Center is out of Jensen, Utah. Search Yelp under that city and it will come up.

First off, GPS F#cks you up coming out here. There is actually two locations. Make sure you do NOT…read morego the visitor center if you are going to try to see the fossils. The visitor center is LAME and about 40 miles away from the actual museum. The place is cool to see but idk if it's worth a $10 admission (per car) or driving out of the way to go see it. It's basically one medium sized building full of fossils. And in the middle of f#cking nowhere!

Stumbled upon this chill park in Rifle on a late-night road trip. Huge jungle gym, amphitheater,…read moreand tons of green space. Nobody was around, felt like I had the whole place to myself. Perfect for a quiet moment or a kid's adventure.

A great open space with playground, amphitheater, and enriching history about Rifle, CO! Lots of…read morePicnic Shelters, the amphitheater is very exciting to look at and trails! There are a lot of separate play areas, small streams, a small splash park and biking trails too. We saw rocks with clocks carved in on them, and we looked down and saw a big clock underneath our feet. Centennial Park is a work in progress. The park is located on Rifle Creek Trail between 3rd street and 9th street. One of the highlights of Centennial Park is the unique art work displayed throughout the park, giving visitors a glimpse into Rifle's history and western heritage. Centennial Park's signature event is the annual Fourth of July celebration featuring Symphony in the Valley in concert along with fireworks. Nick and I may plan another route to 4th of July here! I'm incredibly excited!! Overall, this park is amazing and one of my favorite stops. Any park with an Amphitheatre is worth visiting; lots of live music opportunities. Another cool fact I learned about Centennial Park that it's the celebration the 100 year anniversary of the town in Downtown Rifle, CO. This park includes: Art Playground Picnic Tables Benches Open Space Shelter Pond/Creek Soccer Field Restrooms

Everything is right here. The swimming pool has an epic water slide which the lifeguard will turn…read moreon just for you. Even if you're the only one there! There's a gorgeous view of the rolling hills and mountains through the floor to ceiling windows. Yes, pastures and sky for miles is all you see from the pool. The pool itself has a basketball hoop, and there's a children's area with fun water features. They also have a large hot tub and a lazy river with pool rings and the friendliest staff. The rec center is only a few years old, and has state of the art equipment including elliptical machines with individual televisions. It's even cheap - $5 and you can stay all day. Who says there's nothing to do in Meeker?

For a small town, this Recreation Center is top notch. It has all of the workout equipment you need…read moreand an amazing pool (including a lazy river) and a hot tub. The park nearby is awesome for kiddos to play. Such a great amenity for the town of Meeker and visitors.

You'll need the national park pass or plan to pay the $25 entrance fee to get into the park. I like…read moreto give that heads up since I wasn't expecting that hefty price. That said, I was very happy with the experience. The gift shop is modest in size, but does have some neat items in it. There's a shuttle that will drive you up to the wall of bones, if that's what you're here for (which I was). The shuttle driver was friendly and welcoming. Aside from this area, there's a handful of hikes you can do while you're here.

Absolutely stunning! It's a 3.5 hr drive from Salt Lake City, so a bit out of the way, but WOW what…read morea sight! The quarry visitor center is breathtaking. There are so many Dino bones in one spot and the history of the deposits are fascinating. You can even touch REAL dinosaur bones! These national park guide at the wall was so nice and answered all our questions. These Dino skeletons are all over natural history museums around the world, which is amazing. Recommend seeing the quarry visitor center, taking the shuttle to the dinosaur wall, and then doing the fossil hike back to the visitor center.