Overview

Hype:

Flaming Gorge Reservoir is the largest reservoir in Wyoming, on the Green River, impounded behind the Flaming Gorge Dam. Construction on the dam began in 1958 and was completed in 1964. The reservoir stores 3,788,900 acre feet of water when measured at an elevation of 6,040 feet above sea-level.

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:
  • Lakes and Reservoirs
  • Mountains
  • Road Access is Paved
  • Access Road is 2WD Accessible
  • Swimming - Outdoor
  • Swimming
  • Boating
  • Paddling
  • Boat Ramp
  • Wildlife and Birding
  • Fishing

Getting There

Navigate to 40.920111, -109.440633.

Location

Closest City or Region: Flaming Gorge, Utah

Coordinates: 40.920111, -109.440633

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June 25, 1999 Trip Report

By Jeremy Dye

Trip Members

Greg Dye, Laura Dye, Jeremy Dye, Anthony Dye, Ondylyn Wagner, Zac Dye, Extended Burnett Family,

Story

We had the 1999 Burnet family reunion at Flaming Gorge Reservoir. It was cool to play in the lake and take a tour of the dam.

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