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South Slope Western Uinta Mountains

Often deemed as the gateway to the High Uinta Wilderness, the South Slope of the Western Uinta Mountains recreation region is located on the Duchesne/Roosevelt Ranger District. The region is adjacent to the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest on the west, the High Uinta Wilderness to the north, and the Vernal Ranger District to the east.  

General Information

The South Slope of the western Uinta Mountains not only provides Wilderness access, but also many dispersed and developed recreation opportunities. The region is home to Moon Lake recreation complex, Rock Creek visitor center, numerous campgrounds, and even an opportunity to rent and stay in the historic Uinta Guard Station cabin.

Recreation opportunities are abundant and include fishing, hiking, horseback riding, boating, hunting, scenic viewing, and OHV riding just to name a few!  

Recreation Sites

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Uinta Canyon Campground

Picnicking Hunting, Fishing and Shooting
This campground is located along the Uinta River. Fishing in the Uinta River for brown, rainbow, and cutthroat trout is a popular activity in this area. The High Uintas Wilderness trailhead is…

Uinta River Group Campground

Biking Hiking Outdoor Science and Learning Picnicking Hunting, Fishing and Shooting
The campground contains one large group site that can accommodate up to 150 people. Several picnic tables and campfire rings with grills are scattered throughout the area. Vault toilets and trash…

Upper Stillwater Campground

Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Outdoor Science and Learning Picnicking Hiking
Upper Stillwater Campground is located below its namesake reservoir in the Rock Creek Drainage on the southern slope of the beautiful Uinta Mountains. Visitors enjoy fishing and exploring the popular…

Upper Stillwater House

Hiking Outdoor Science and Learning Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Horse Riding and Camping
The Rock Creek House is located below Upper Stillwater Reservoir in the Rock Creek Drainage on the southern slope of the beautiful Uinta Mountains. Visitors enjoy fishing and exploring the popular…

Yellowpine Campground

Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Outdoor Science and Learning Hiking
Yellowpine Campground is located next to Rock Creek in the Rock Creek Drainage on the southern slope of the beautiful Uinta Mountains. Visitors enjoy fishing and exploring the popular Rock Creek…

Yellowstone Campground

Picnicking Biking Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Hiking Outdoor Science and Learning Off-Highway Vehicles (OHV)
Yellowstone Campground lies along its pretty namesake river on the southern slope of the Uinta Mountains, about 40 miles from Duchesne, Utah. Visitors come to the area to enjoy its extensive off-road…

Last updated March 27, 2025