South Fork Ashley
- 10.4 mi
- round trip
- 1,004 ft
- climb
- 11,256 ft
- high point
- Out and back
- route
Is South Fork Ashley open right now?
Alert in the area
The Forest Service lists 2 alerts for Ashley National Forest.
Anvil Draw Boat Ramp Temporary Closure
Agency alert covering Ashley National Forest · Order 0401-26-01-03 · USFS · Ashley National Forest
Flaming Gorge Reservoir Water Levels
Agency alert covering Ashley National Forest · USFS · Ashley National Forest
As of · Source: USFS · Ashley National Forest. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.
South Fork Ashley is a 10.4-mile out-and-back hike in the Vernal Ranger District of Ashley National Forest, Utah, on Forest Service land. The trail climbs from a low point of about 10,292 feet to a high point of about 11,256 feet, a total gain of about 1,000 feet. It is a hard hike, and the trail surface is natural, so plan for rough footing. The route is open year-round. Horses and bikes are both allowed, which makes it a good choice for riders or pack animals. Nearby, the Marsh Peak - Dry Fork trail starts less than a mile away, and the Leidy Peak - Lake Shore Basin hike is about 2.8 miles off. For an overnight stay, the Carter Military Trail Yurt is about 4.9 miles away, and the Trout Creek Guard Station campground sits roughly 6.9 miles from the trail.
Local outfitters
- Dutch John Resort At Flaming Gorge25 mi away
Not on Roamze yet. Their page has how to reach them.
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