Flaming Gorge Scenic Byway

We had a 2 ½ hour drive to Salt Lake City from Rock Springs and all day to get there. (Grace had to work would not be done until 4:00pm). The 2 ½ hour drive was all interstate highways, so we decided to take whatever scenic drives we could find. Lucky for us, there was one just as we left Rock Springs. It is the Flaming Gorge Scenic Byway. This scenic byway follows US Highway 191 south to Manila UT.

The byway was completely empty, I think we saw 2 cars the whole time we were driving the weather was fanatic, clear and sunny the whole day. The geological landscape was amazing and continually changed as we drove. The Green River had such vibrant color and made for some great photos.

We also came across Red Canyon. This part of Flaming Gorge is near Manila and the Flaming Gorge Reservoir. The red canyon wall and the turquoise waters made for stunning views. There is a Visitors Center here as well. This is another area with amazing campsites. Will definitely came back here to camp.

We eventually got back to civilization and made our way to Salt Lake City. We will be staying in an Airbnb for a few nights as well explore the area and help get Grace settled into her new place.