Hiking
and Mountain Biking Trail #2
Swett Ranch
Type: Loop Rating:
Intermediate Length: 6 miles Riding
Time: 1- 2 hours
Directions:
From Vernal, head north along US 191. One mile north of the
junction with UT44 is the Greendale rest area. Park here. The
trail begins at the east end of the rest stop. Head north along
FS 157 and down the hill to a 3-way intersection. Take the right
turn and head east toward the Swett Ranch. After about a mile,
take the spur to the left and pedal the road for about 0.5 mile
to the ranch. Spend some time here browsing. Back out on the
main route, the road ahead soon splits. Take the route to the
left, ride past a carsonite post and go through a cattle gate
(please close behind).
Follow the blue diamonds on carsonite posts, staying left, and
enjoy the downhill cruise. The trail soon narrows and enters
a grove of aspen trees, crossing two small streams. At the upcoming
“T” junction, turn left and climb the hill about
1.5 miles back to the route's beginning.
Recreation Fee Pass required. For more information, call the
US Forest Service, Flaming Gorge Ranger District at (435) 784-3445. |
