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Grizzly Ridge Yurt in Utah
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Grizzly Ridge Yurt

Ashley National Forest, Utah

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As of October 2026, Grizzly Ridge Yurt is a campground in Ashley National Forest, Utah with 1 campsite. Grizzly Ridge Yurt is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Grizzly Ridge Yurt is located at 40.7431ยฐ N, 109.5008ยฐ W.
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Grizzly Ridge Yurt reservations and next available dates

October 2026

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Next Available Dates

Oct 1 (1 site)Oct 6 (1 site)

1 site open on Oct 1 at Grizzly Ridge Yurt. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.

As of 30 September 2026, 23:55 UTC.

Campsites at Grizzly Ridge Yurt

  • Cabin 1

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Forest.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, wildlife, photography, offroad, water sports.

All sites at Grizzly Ridge Yurt, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the GRIZZLY RIDGE YURT loop.

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About Grizzly Ridge Yurt

Overview

Grizzly Ridge Yurt is located on the Ashley National Forest, approximately 20 air miles north of Vernal in eastern Utah. It provides year-round primitive lodging for guests. The yurt is open for reservations all months except November, April and May. Hiking, off-roading, skiing and snowshoeing are the most popular activities in the area.

Call the District Office at (435) 789-1181 three business days prior to a reserved visit to confirm door lock combination. District Office is closed Saturday and Sunday. Lock combination is REQUIRED to enter yurt.

Recreation

Numerous hiking, biking and off-road trails crisscross the area. Guests enjoy hiking up the trail to 9,335-foot Grizzly Ridge. In winter months, endless cross country skiing and snowshoeing trails are right out the front door.

Facilities

The yurt is approximately 314 square-feet (less than 20 feet in diameter) with limited amenities. No plumbing, running water or electricity is provided. The maximum capacity of overnight guests at the yurt is (8) people. Tent camping is allowed outside.

Two bunk beds with full size mattresses are provided that will sleep four to eight people. No linens, bedding or pillows are provided. The yurt is equipped with a heavy-duty propane camp stove for cooking and a wood-burning stove for heat. Very limited cookware is provided. Guests are required to bring their own cooking supplies.

The yurt remains locked; call the Vernal Ranger District office, at (435) 789-1181, three business days prior to arrival, to confirm the combination lock code. COMBINATION CODE REQUIRED to enter yurt. (Some combination locks used have off-set entry lines. If code is not working, try off-setting entry line).

A portable propane Coleman lantern is supplied but guests must bring extra propane bottles and mantles. The Forest Service provides propane for the cook stove and firewood for the wood stove. A vault toilet is located outside the yurt.

When driving to the yurt in the summer months please be sure to use the summer road. The winter road is only accessible to ATVs in the summer and skiing in the winter. Please do not drive full sized vehicles on the winter road.

Natural Features

The yurt is situated in a small clearing surrounded by pines and aspens, at an elevation of 9,200 feet. From the deck, guests are awarded beautiful views toward Red Fleet Reservoir and Vernal off in the distance. Wildlife and summer wildflowers are abundant.

Nearby Attractions

Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area is known not only for its beautiful red cliffs, but also for its world-class fishing for brown and rainbow trout. Boating, water skiing, jet skiing, canoeing, kayaking, swimming and scuba diving are popular activities on the reservoir, which can be accessed within 25 miles of the yurt.

The Ashley-Karst National Geologic Recreation Area offers dramatic canyons, densely forested backcountry areas, and vast networks of caves.

Rules and notices at Grizzly Ridge Yurt

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Grizzly Ridge Yurt on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

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.

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.

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.

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.

Click here for more information on the Ashley National Forest, or call (435) 789-1181

This yurt is scheduled for replacement during the year 2027. Please keep in mind this yurt is located in the mountains, and you may encounter dust, dirt, bugs, and rodents. We are doing our best to keep the yurt in functional condition and prevent pests from entering.

Grizzly Ridge Yurt FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Grizzly Ridge Yurt?

Grizzly Ridge Yurt is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Grizzly Ridge Yurt?

Cancellations happen frequently at Grizzly Ridge Yurt, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Grizzly Ridge Yurt have?

Grizzly Ridge Yurt has 1 campsites.

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