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Swett Ranch Trail
Saturday, December 23, 2023
| Other Names | Ashley National Forest, Vernal Ranger District, Flaming Gorge Reservoir, Greendale Canal, Allen Creek, Trail Creek |
| Last Known Status | Closed For Season |
This ATV trail forms a scenic six mile hard packed doubletrack loop that winds through some grassy meadows and light rolling hills with scenic views of the Flaming Gorge Reservoir. The trail is rated as mostly easy with a few moderate climbs.
The trail forms a long loop around the Swett Ranch, which was a working homestead during the early 1900's but is now a registered historic landmark that is open to the public during the summer months.
Overnight parking is not permitted at the trailhead but camping is just a short distance away at Greendale or Firefighers Memorial Campgrounds.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | UT OHV sticker required |
| Dates Open | May 1 - September 30 | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | No | Non-residents must purchase a non-resident OHV permit. |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes (96 dB) | |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | Yes (50 inches) | has entrance gate or posts |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Permitted | (maximum width 50 inches) |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | (maximum width 50 inches) |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
| MX Helmet Required | Youth Only | required for persons under 18 by state law (RiderPlanet strongly recommends helmets for all riders.) |
 Camping | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) |
 Campfires | Some Areas | (permitted in developed campsites only) |
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | stay on trail |
| Rule Enforcement |
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TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | National Forest |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $20.00 RV: $20.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 Greendale Campground Fee |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Dutch John, UT | ||
| Address | Swett Ranch Road, Dutch John, UT 84023 | ||
| From: Vernal, UT
1) Take US-191 North about 30 miles 2) Turn right (north) to stay on US-191, continue .5 miles 3) Turn left (north-west) onto Swett Ranch Road, continue about 1 mile 4) Trailhead entrance is on the right (north). |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Ashley National Forest - Vernal Ranger District 355 North Vernal Avenue Vernal, UT 84078 (435) 789-1181 mailroom_r4_ashley@fs.fed.us www.fs.usda.gov |
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 1,280 acres (2 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 6 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 7400 to 8200 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  None | |
| Hard Pack |  All | |
| Sand | None | |
| Mud |  Little | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks | Little | |
| Trees |  Many | |
| Steep Hills | None | |
| Water Crossings | None | |
| Small Jumps | None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms |  Few | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | None | |
| Roads | Few | |
| Shade |  Some | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur |  Mostly | |
 Expert | Little |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 5-20 Miles (NE) | Conoco (215) 236-5395 |
| Diesel | 5-20 Miles (NE) | Conoco (215) 236-5395 |
 Water | 1-5 Miles (NE) | Greendale Campground (435) 789-1181 |
 RV Hookup | Dutch John, UT | |
 RV Disposal | 1-5 Miles (NE) | Firefighters Memorial Campground (435) 789-1181 - $6 |
| Campground | 1-5 Miles (NE) | Greendale Campground (435) 789-1181 |
 Conv Store | 5-20 Miles (NE) | Conoco (215) 236-5395 |
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