Utah’s Flaming Gorge Is A Beautifully Brilliant Red
Flaming Gorge Reservoir is a mecca for recreation in northern Utah. Though much of the reservoir is located across the Wyoming border, we still get to claim a piece of it, and we’re lucky to have one of the best views of Flaming Gorge right here in the beehive state. Get a glimpse in the early morning hours to see the canyon light up with beautiful red and orange colors.
The next time you pay a visit to Flaming Gorge, start with the Red Canyon Visitor Center. It's located on the far south side of the reservoir.
Red Canyon Visitor Center has several displays about the history of the area, some interactive activities, and often has a viewing scope set up so you can catch glimpses of bighorn sheep. One of the center's very best features is the floor-to-ceiling windows that capture a gorgeous view of the gorge below.
Photographers arrive early at this overlook to set up their tripods, and if you can manage to wake up that early too, you'll see what all the fuss is about.
The effect is absolutely breathtaking. All thoughts of climbing back in bed will disappear from your head when you get a look at Red Canyon in all its morning glory.
Writer, editor and researcher with a passion for exploring new places. Catherine loves local bookstores, independent films, and spending time with her family, including Gus the golden retriever, who is a very good boy.
