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Flaming Gorge Damsite June 30, 1960📷 F.B. Slote, Public domain

Flaming Gorge Dam

Dutch John, UT

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A 500-foot concrete dam in a red-walled gorge of the Green River. Walk across the top; the river below is famous for trout.

Nearest town
Dutch John, UT
Category
Scenic viewpoints
GPS
40.9146, -109.4216

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

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The most pleasant months are usually May and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, June and October. Hot in July. Cold, short days in December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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FAQs

Where is Flaming Gorge Dam?

Flaming Gorge Dam is in Dutch John, UT, at GPS 40.9146, -109.4216. It is about 17 mi from Manila.

Can you camp near Flaming Gorge Dam?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Arch Dam Group Campground, about 1 mi away; within 25 mi there are 49 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Flaming Gorge Dam?

Flaming Gorge Dam is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Dinosaurs and Flaming Gorge.

What is there to see near Flaming Gorge Dam?

Places worth a stop nearby: Red Canyon Overlook (7 mi), Sheep Creek Canyon Geological Area (14 mi), Dinosaur Quarry Exhibit Hall (33 mi) and Mirror Lake, Uinta Mountains (78 mi).

When is the best time to visit Flaming Gorge Dam?

The most pleasant months are usually May and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, June and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)