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Reviews (20)
What Guests Are Saying
Grizzly Ridge Yurt offers a cozy and comfortable retreat with excellent heating, making it ideal for outdoor enjoyment even in colder weather. Despite some challenges with road conditions, the yurt is well-maintained and provides a serene escape, especially in winter. Guests recommend using Forest Road 181 for easier access and emphasize the peaceful, private atmosphere.
What Guests Are Saying
Grizzly Ridge Yurt offers a cozy and comfortable retreat with excellent heating, making it ideal for outdoor enjoyment even in colder weather. Despite some challenges with road conditions, the yurt is well-maintained and provides a serene escape, especially in winter. Guests recommend using Forest Road 181 for easier access and emphasize the peaceful, private atmosphere.
Review Summary
Darren J
VerifiedJanuary 26, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: GRIZZLY RIDGE YURT
Went in winter and it was fully stocked with wood and several gallons of clean water. Definitely a good time.
Joseph M
VerifiedJanuary 16, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: GRIZZLY RIDGE YURT
Always like to go to the yurts! Some frustrations exist:
-Not much cut wood, we were not afraid of running out, but two or three more groups after us may struggle.
-Used to have basic kitchen supplies: stock pot (in addition to the one used for melting snow), a couple cooking pans & skillets, a couple large bowls, large spoons, spatula, can opener, cups, cereal bowls, plates, cutlery, etc. It's difficult to plan what to bring (and I'd rather not, if I don't have to add the weight). There was a time I donated many of these items just for the yurts. There was a large plastic container that slid under the bed with all this stuff in it.
-There used to be some games, as well.
-At least two snow shovels are needed. Leave one outside, under deck or something, to get to the door (at least it swings in now, that was a great change!)
Brennan W
VerifiedSeptember 24, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: GRIZZLY RIDGE YURT
In the description it says you need 4 wheel drive not an atv. You do in fact need an atv for this trip. The people answer the phone and are reliable. The only thing wrong was the fact that it says 4 wheel drive and I have a truck, but it wouldnt make it the road needs an atv. I do need a refund though because I wasn’t able to make it because of this information.
Dan G
VerifiedSeptember 5, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: GRIZZLY RIDGE YURT
Well equipped. Clean, not many bugs. Smelled ok and mattress were adequate. Directions there were not good, but figured out directions using Google Earth. Thumbs up!
Preston S
VerifiedMarch 24, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: GRIZZLY RIDGE YURT
My stay was exceptional. Every detail was taken care of in the yurt. Plenty of split firewood, clean accommodations, shoveled deck, and a fire in the stove. The two forest service employees went above and beyond to provide a most excellent stay. I highly recommend the Grizzly Yurt.
Paige W
VerifiedFebruary 15, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: GRIZZLY RIDGE YURT
Great trip but one major issue that prevented me from giving it 5 stars. The bad :: the outhouse was full - like three inches from the top full. Super gross - no need to describe in more detail! The rest of it was great. Yurt was clean and firewood was stocked. No dishes other than a pan to melt snow and a cast iron skillet. Toilet paper, paper towels, and hand wipes were plenty stocked. Sat on the deck and soaked up sun and watched the stars at night. Fireplace glass seal not tight, so it did get slightly smokey inside (not a big deal unless asthmatic). A little bit of a climb, but easily do-able if you don’t overpack. Awesome trip - will do it again.
marcus p
VerifiedJanuary 17, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: GRIZZLY RIDGE YURT
It was stunning. Great accomodations. Just what I was expecting and then some. The winter is a beautiful time to be up there.
kent c
VerifiedAugust 25, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: GRIZZLY RIDGE YURT
rented two different facilities a yurt and a guard station. They were reserved within a two week check in period.
it took 5 separate reservations to get what existing space was available.
after one night of chasing out the mice I was done.
Not easy to cancel or get refund without huge expense.
800.00 paid and maybe got 500.00 back
10 years ago these were great places to stay but those days are gone.
Dave G
VerifiedJanuary 24, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: GRIZZLY RIDGE YURT
Well marked trail, easy to follow. Yurt is well taken care off, plenty of room for the 6 of us. Awesome location! We had a great time!
Miranda L
VerifiedJanuary 19, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: GRIZZLY RIDGE YURT
My husband and I love loved our weekend up at Grizzly Ridge yurt. Its a great little place with a beautiful view!
Location Grizzly Ridge Yurt
Address:
355 N Vernal Ave
Vernal, UT, 84078
United States
Follow the mileage indications below and watch for signs when traveling to Grizzly Ridge Yurt. Leave with plenty of time to arrive at the yurt before dark. A high-clearance vehicle with four-wheel drive is required to access the yurt.
From Vernal, Utah, travel north on U.S. Highway 191 (Vernal Avenue) approximately 25.5 miles. Slow down when approaching the snowdrift fence along the curve in the road and look for the jeep road at the gap in the fence. Turn left (northwest) onto the jeep road/Forest Road 181. Once on Forest Road 181, reset travel odometer to zero. At 0.5 miles, continue on Forest Road 181 (look for blue Little Brush Creek sign). At 0.8 miles, continue straight (northwest) on Forest Road 181 (look for blue Grizzly Ridge sign). At 0.9 miles, continue on Forest Road 181/Trail 152B. At 1 mile, take the right fork and head north on Forest Trail 152B. At 1.5 miles, stay right to meet up with the ski trail. At 1.9 miles, go left to merge with ski trail that winds up the road. At 2.7 miles, look for yurt on left (south) side of road.
UTM = 626656E, 4511378N
Latitude & Longitude: 40.7431 / -109.501
Elevation: 2807 feet
Policies & Rules
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PLEASE NOTE THAT THE PROPANE CAMP CHEF IS CURRENTLY OUT OF ORDER. IT WILL BE FIXED BY SUMMER SEASON, BUT THERE WILL BE NO PROPANE STOVE FOR THE REMAINDER OF MARCH. BE PREPARED TO COOK ON THE STOVE TOP (FIREPLACE). |
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The yurt remains locked; call the District Office at (435) 789-1181 three days prior (Mon-Fri) to a reservation to confirm the lock combination. District Office is closed Saturday and Sunday. A lock combination is REQUIRED to enter yurt.USE YOUR OWN DISCRETION WHEN PARKING/DRIVING ON SNOWY OR MUDDY ROADS. THE FOREST SERVICE DOES NOT PROVIDE RESCUE SERVICES. Please call the non emergency dispatch number 435-789-4222 if needing help. |
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No water is available at the yurt; guests must bring their own supply. There is one large water pot in the yurt to boil water, but guests should bring extra cookware as desired. There should also be a 10" skillet and a medium sized pot for guests to use. These do occasionally go missing, so it is recommended to bring your own cookware in case. We do NOT provide other utensils such as spoons, forks, knives, bowls, plates, etc. |
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Visitors can usually drive to the yurt from June-October. A high-clearance vehicle equipped with four-wheel drive is required. The road can be rocky and muddy, so be prepared for that. A small car/sedan is not suitable for the road. |
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From approximately Dec. 1 to March 31, non-motorized travel (cross-country skiing or snowshoeing) is required to access the yurt; snowmobiles are not allowed on the trail to Grizzly Ridge Yurt. |
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Click here for more information on the Ashley National Forest, or call (435) 789-1181 |