Rebecca T
VerifiedJuly 12, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: GRIZZLY RIDGE YURT
Absolutely perfect in every way. Quiet, private, comfortable. 10/10
Be sure to take the summer road in the summer. 🤣
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Grizzly Ridge Yurt offers a beautiful, secluded mountain experience with fabulous views and opportunities for outdoor activities, like boating at Flaming Gorge. While the yurt needs some repairs and the outhouse could be improved, guests appreciate the cozy warmth provided by the stove and the overall ambiance. Despite some challenges with access and cleanliness, many recommend the yurt for its natural setting and charm.
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July 12, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: GRIZZLY RIDGE YURT
Absolutely perfect in every way. Quiet, private, comfortable. 10/10
Be sure to take the summer road in the summer. 🤣
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March 10, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: GRIZZLY RIDGE YURT
Group of young women made their first trip and all of them want to come back, possibly a new tradition. Only thing I would hope for differently would be a full griddle on the camp chef. Thanks!
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October 9, 2023 Stayed at: 001, Loop: GRIZZLY RIDGE YURT
Wood and kindling was chopped and waiting. Place was clean. Communication was quick and accurate. Definitely stay there again.
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March 12, 2023 Stayed at: 001, Loop: GRIZZLY RIDGE YURT
Fun times
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February 18, 2023 Stayed at: 001, Loop: GRIZZLY RIDGE YURT
Broke trail, first in for the season.
Some thin coverage/bare spots but managed (watch for sharp rocks if you go thru the quarry).
Mattresses were comfy, most yurts that we’ve been to the mattresses are thin and need to double up to not feel the rails, didn’t need that with the sturdy bunk beds of Grizzly. Follow the guidelines for a smooth and enjoyable trip. And what lowlife would steal from the yurt/USFS?!?!? It’s public reservable property, don’t take away, leave it better than you found it. Thank you Rangers for all the help!
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January 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.
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January 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!)
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September 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.
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September 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!
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March 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.
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355 N Vernal Ave, Vernal, UT 84078 United States
Elevation: 2,807 ft
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...
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 mi. 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 mi, continue on Forest Road 181 (look for blue Little Brush Creek sign). At 0.8 mi, continue straight (northwest) on Forest Road 181 (look for blue Grizzly Ridge sign). At 0.9 mi, continue on Forest Road 181/Trail 152B. At 1 mi, take the right fork and head north on Forest Trail 152B. At 1.5 mi, stay right to meet up with the ski trail. At 1.9 mi, go left to merge with ski trail that winds up the road. At 2.7 mi, look for yurt on left (south) side of road.
UTM = 626656E, 4511378N
The Grizzly Ridge Yurt is accessible via U.S. Highway 191, which is approximately 25.5 miles from Vernal, Utah.
Last updated: October 22, 2026