We love Utah’s state parks, but some are definitely more popular than others. While parks like Goblin Valley and Dead Horse Point get a lot of attention, others are hidden gems that not many Utahns visit. Red Fleet State Park is one of those gems, and you can actually walk where dinosaurs once roamed!
Red Fleet State Park is located at 8750 North Highway 191, Vernal, UT 84078
Everyone in Utah knows that Vernal is the place to go to see evidence of the dinosaurs that roamed here 200 million years ago. Red Fleet State Park is a little-known gem, and it’s a lot less crowded that some of the other spots around town.
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You’ll enjoy all the classic red-rock beauty of Utah’s wilderness here…
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…and Red Fleet Reservoir is the perfect playground while you’re here.
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Paddle around in a kayak or canoe, or explore on a paddle board. You can also swim and splash, and even jump in from the surrounding cliffs. Try your hand at fishing here, too! Rainbow trout, crappie, perch, walleye, and more are just waiting to bite.
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To see the 200-million-year-old dinosaur tracks, take the 1.7-mile-long Dinosaur Trackway Trail. It’s a moderate hike with some elevation changes along the way.
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Just follow the black dinosaur footprints painted on rocks along the way…
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…and soon you’ll see the dinosaur tracks. Scientists know that the dinosaurs walked on two legs and had three toes, though they haven’t identified the species. The best time to see the dino tracks is in the morning or evening hours - it can be hard to spot them when the sun is directly overhead.
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During your exploration of the park, you’ll likely see cactus, juniper, and other beautiful plants, and you’ll want to keep your eyes open for wildlife, including rabbits, squirrels, mule deer, coyotes, and more.
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A day at Red Fleet State Park is a good day, indeed! When the sun sets, you don’t necessarily have to head for home. Plan an overnight stay at the campground, which offers tent and RV sites.
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The park also has two teepees! You can stay overnight in one for just $30 per night.
Utah State Parks Red Fleet State Park is the perfect place to stay while you explore Dinosaur National Monument and Vernal.
Learn more about Red Fleet State Park on its website, and give the park’s Facebook page a follow to see what’s new there!
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Red Fleet State Park is the perfect place to stay while you explore Dinosaur National Monument and Vernal.
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Address: Red Fleet State Park, 8750 N Hwy 191, Vernal, UT 84078, USA
