Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area

We are now in Colorado, but before reaching here, we passed through a beautiful area straddling the border between Wyoming and Utah. Flaming Gorge was formed by a dam on the Green River, which formed a very large reservoir, and further to the south end, a spectacular gorge with steep red cliff walls and lots of interesting rock formations.

 The area is not overly developed, and is uncrowded, and has great campgrounds, marinas, hiking and biking trails, wildlife and also many areas for "dispersed" camping. (That's what they call wild camping in the USA). We spent three days in the area and really enjoyed it. One of our camp spots reminded us of Baja, Mexico. What was nice was how quiet it was. Mind you, it would likely be busier on weekends and later in the summer.

 We spent time on both sides of its border. The Utah side is definitely more dramatic. Frank will also remember it most fondly because he was asked for ID in a little restaurant when he tried to order a beer with his meal! Yes indeed, in spite of pointing out to the young waitress that he was, in fact, a pensioner, (not that one would have guessed!), he had to relent and go out to the vehicle to get his passport!!!!
We laughed, and it made Frank's day!! Such is the law of the land in certain parts of Utah. As we know, with it's strong Mormon population, their alcohol regulations are ultra conservative.

 Our "Baja" camp site

Having a break while kayaking the Gorge


Our chef preparing supper


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