Guide to the Flaming Gorge Scenic Byway

Discover Unbeatable Vistas On a Designated All-American Road

A group of people sit on a tour bus, smiling and taking a selfie with desert hills and rock formations visible through the window.

Marvel at stunning rock formations, an expansive lake and abundant wildlife on a scenic drive through southwest Wyoming and northern Utah. One of 37 of the nation’s designated All-American Roads, the Flaming Gorge Scenic Byway is a 150-mile drive starting in Rock Springs and ending in Green River. From Rock Springs to Flaming Gorge, your journey begins at exit 99 off I-80, following U.S. Highway 191 south through the high desert country. Vast and untouched landscapes unfold, which are home to large herds of pronghorn, wild horses, mule deer and many species of raptors.

View or download the Flaming Gorge Scenic Byway map to find all the must-see spots and hidden gems located in Flaming Gorge, Wyoming.

Flaming Gorge Tour by Bus

With so much to see and do along this scenic Wyoming road trip, it can be hard to know where to start. Luckily, you can adventure with a local on the Flaming Gorge Tour. This fully planned tour by bus features stops at all the best places along the Flaming Gorge Scenic Byway and even includes lunch. You’ll get to learn about the area’s rich wildlife and history, too. Join us for a tour this summer and leave the planning to us.

Things to Do in Flaming Gorge, WY: Self-Guided Audio Tour

Start your adventure through Flaming Gorge Country with our Flaming Gorge Audio Tour. Explore at your own pace and check in at our list of noteworthy sites along the way. To help you navigate southwest Wyoming’s All-American Road, add these must-see attractions and notable stopping points to your route.

Historic Routes

As you cross the bridge over the railroad tracks, you are crossing a major historic transportation corridor. During pioneer times, this was part of the famous Overland Stage Trail, a vital route across the Wild West. In the late 1860s, the Transcontinental Railroad was built along the same corridor.

Access Point: U.S. Hwy 191 — mile marker 500

Art Gallery of Time

Make a stop at the Little Firehole Overlook. The interpretive sign here explains some of the vast geological forces that carved and crumbled the landscape before you.

Access Point: U.S. Hwy 191 — mile marker 511

Canyons & Spires & Chimneys, Oh My!

The Big Firehole Turnout is a paved 10-mile road offering the northernmost access to Lake Flaming Gorge. The unique chimney formations have been carved by wind and water erosion. Big Firehole offers a boat launch, camping, restrooms and lakeside picnic facilities.

Access Point: U.S. Hwy 191 — mile marker 513

A gravel road curves through grassy hills with mountains in the background under a cloudy sky at sunset.

Birds of Prey

Several unmarked turnouts on the east side of Lake Flaming Gorge offer sweeping views of Clay Basin, where you can see more than 60 miles into Utah, Colorado and Wyoming. This area has the highest concentration of raptors (hawks, falcons, eagles and vultures) in the lower 48 states. Clay Basin also serves as a major underground storage facility for the numerous natural gas wells in the region.

Access Point: U.S. Hwy 191 — mile marker 535–537

Outlaw Country

At Minnie’s Gap, the road to the east travels 20 miles on paved and graded roads to historic Browns Park. Its remote location along three state borders attracted many outlaws, and Browns Park became a major way station on the Outlaw Trail. Its most famous residents were Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, although a colorful list of others like Matt Warner, Tom Horn, Queen Ann & Josie Bassett, Isom Dart and Mexican Joe Herrera added to its notorious fame. Today, the charm of Browns Park is that little has changed from those frontier years, although fly rods have replaced six guns for most of its visitors.

Access Point: U.S. Hwy 191 — mile marker 549

Powell’s Namesake

A splendid view of the lake awaits you at this byway pullout. The colorful red cliffs across the lake inspired early explorer John Wesley Powell to name the area Flaming Gorge. Manila, Utah, and Lucerne Valley Marina are also visible across the lake. Antelope Flats offers camping, wildlife viewing and access to excellent fishing.

Access Point: U.S. Hwy 191 — mile marker 401

Take a Dip!

Follow the well-marked turnoff to Mustang Ridge, a favorite boat launch and camping area. On the way is Sunny Cove, a popular lake beach for swimming.

Access Point: U.S. Hwy 191 — mile marker 398

River Playground

The Little Hole Road takes you down to the most popular access point along the Green River. This day-use area offers boat ramps, picnicking, rafting, hiking and trophy trout fishing.

Access Point: U.S. Hwy 191 — mile marker 396

A white arch bridge spans a river surrounded by forested hills and mountains under a partly cloudy sky.

Dam Good Views

The Flaming Gorge Dam & Reservoir Overlook is just around the corner on this short paved road. Many stationary boats you see are likely seeking the state’s record-breaking lake trout that prosper in these waters. Down the road, stop by the Flaming Gorge Dam Visitor Center for interpretive displays. Flaming Gorge dam tours are no longer offered, but a self-guided walking tour to another overlook offers a great view of the dam.

Access Point: U.S. Hwy 191 — mile marker 395 and 393

Greendale Junction

Greendale Junction is the intersection of U.S. Hwy 191 and UT Hwy 44. From here, a choice needs to be made: south on U.S. Hwy 191 continues to Vernal, Utah, and the land of dinosaurs. North on UT Hwy 44 leads to historic Green River, Wyoming. Either direction is packed with scenic wonders and countless recreational opportunities. For this portion of the tour, we will head north on UT Hwy 44.

Access Point: U.S. Hwy 191 and UT Hwy 44

A group of people stand at an overlook reading informational signs, with a canyon and river visible in the background.

Spectacular Views

The Red Canyon Visitor Center is located on a rocky point, 1,700 feet above the lake as it winds through this deep canyon. Stunning overlooks are plentiful here any time of year.

Access Point: UT Hwy 44 — mile marker 3.5

Geology Abounds

Enter this 13-mile loop from either direction to enjoy the amazing views of the Sheep Creek National Geologic Area. Keep your eyes peeled for the bighorn sheep that call this area home.

Access Point: UT Hwy 44 — mile marker 14.5-22

Another Kodak Moment

Grab your camera and enjoy the fiery red cliffs that tower over scenic Sheep Creek Bay.

Access Point: UT Hwy 44 — mile marker 17.5

Pronghorn Central

Lucerne Peninsula is a great place to view these fleet high-desert mammals and is the major marina and camping development on the lake.

Access Point: UT Hwy 44 — mile marker 43

Two motorboats speed along a calm lake near a barren, rocky hill with a tall, narrow rock formation at its peak under a clear sky.

Hit the Water

The historic location of Brinnegar’s Crossing is one of many unpaved roads along your journey north that offer access to more remote regions of the lake.

Access Point: UT Hwy 44 — mile marker 31

See That Water Tower?

It is the site of Buckboard Marina, offering the most northern marina services and an excellent ice-fishing departure point.

Access Point: UT Hwy 44 — mile marker 24

Barren Lands

Learn more about the incredibly sculpted towers and chimneys that dominate this area of the gorge.

Access Point: UT Hwy 44 — mile marker 8

Expedition Island in Green River

As you travel north, you will reach the town of Green River, Wyoming, and Expedition Island, where John Wesley Powell began his voyage of exploration down the uncharted waters of the Green and Colorado rivers. Today, visitors can enjoy trails, swimming, kayaking and picnicking at this idyllic site. This is your last stop on the Flaming Gorge Scenic Byway. Stay the night in Green River at one of our hotels or lodges and eat at one of our restaurants.

Access Point: 475 S. Second East St., Green River, Wyoming 82935