Overview

Hype:

Located at the Buckhorn Intersection, the Buckhorn Wash Visitor Center offers visitors key information, maps and guidance for exploring Buckhorn Wash and the surrounding back-country, including rock art sites, scenic canyons, and outdoor recreation. At the center you’ll find helpful facilities such as pit vault toilets, picnic tables and a building with exhibits/maps about the area’s opportunities.

Time:

Fees: None

Recommended Ages:

0-3
4-11
12-19
20-49
50-69
70+

Recommended Months to Visit:

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Features:
  • Information Center
  • Interpretive Signs
  • Restrooms - Vault
  • Road Access is Dirt - Low Clearance
  • Access Road is 2WD Accessible
  • Picnic Tables

Links: https://www.blm.gov/visit/emery-county-visitor-center

Location

Closest City or Region: Castle Dale, Utah

Coordinates: 39.174802, -110.790178

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May 23, 2025 Trip Report

By Jeremy Dye

Trip Members

Jeremy Dye, Tara Dye, Savannah Dye, Madilyn Dye, Cooper Dye,

Story

On Friday evening, we drove down to The Wedge for Memorial Day weekend. We used the restrooms and wandered around the Buckhorn Wash visitor center. Then we parked the trailer northeast of the visitor center on a random dirt road. There were a ton of people camped everywhere.

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