Hiking
and Mountain Biking Trail #13
Browns Park
Type: Loop Rating:
Advanced Length: 28 miles
Directions:
From Vernal, head north on Hwy 191 to the Utah/Wyoming line
and follow the graded dirt road for 22 miles south, following
the signs for the historic ranch. The route follows the graded
dirt road from the ranch and crosses the Green River below the
ranch. The trail crosses Taylor Flat and then crosses Sears
Creek. Ahead, a steep climb leads to an overlook 550 feet above
the Green River at Swallow Canyon. The route then drops through
the Browns Park State Waterfowl Management area and crosses
the River on a cable suspension bridge. The trail then heads
west through the Browns Park National Wildlife Refuge and along
the graded road for 8 miles back to the ranch.
There are water and restrooms at the Ranch. The BLM also provides
tours and has camping nearby. |
