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History & Culture
Forest Histories
- Ashley NF History Website
- Ashley NF History by Charles DeMoisy
- Ashley NF History, 1958-1973 by Andrew McConkie
District Histories
- Vernal Ranger District: "Men on the Mountain" by Jim Fazio
- Whiterocks Ranger District
Historic Places
- Ashley NF Administrative History
- Colton and Trout Creek Guard Stations by David Keddy
- Indian Canyon Ranger Station
- Roosevelt Ranger Dwelling
- Stockmore Ranger Station
General History
- Historical Grazing on the Ashley NF by Michael Shamo
High Uinta Wilderness Cultural Resources
The High Uintas Wilderness contains remnants of both historic and prehistoric human activities that are considered valued cultural resources. Old cabins and salt houses, Indian artifacts, Spanish tree markings, tie hack tools, and equipment remaining from dam construction and even the dams themselves are all protected under Federal law. These vestiges of the past add an interesting dimension to the wilderness experience that is recognized by the Wilderness Act.
Features
History of the Forest
The history of the Ashley National Forest is a colorful parade of trappers, explorers, outlaws, and settlers. Their deeds and lives create a colorful and interesting picture in the development of this area.