- The list below includes 14 free or cheap things to do in or near Vernal, Utah, including 12 different types of inexpensive activities like Rafting, Parks, Hiking Trails and Movie Theaters.
- From Dinosaur National Monument to McConkie Ranch, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Vernal.
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The largest Jurassic period dinosaur quarry in the world is contained at Utah's Dinosaur National Monument. Guests can easily view almost 1,500 dinosaur fossils within the Carnegie Quarry cliff face, and there are many natural trails to explore the scenery.
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Despite being a part of a private property, McConkie Ranch has made available a wide range of native American petroglyphs to the public view. The self-guided hikes follow a moderately difficult trail but the variety and quantity of petroglyphs make it worth the effort.
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Sheep Creek Geological Loop is a 13 mile long route through the Sheep Creek National Geologic Area and offers some stunning views of the twisted rock formations called the Unita Fault with an occassional sighting of Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep.
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In the heart of Utah's Dinosaur region, the Red Fleet State Park features 200-million-year-old dinosaur tracks. There are also many nature-based activities such as camping, swimming, fishing, hiking, and boating.
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Ashley Valley Community Park is the largest park in Vernal, offering opportunities for outdoor fun for the whole family. Visitors can relax in the gazebo, kids can play at the playgrounds, and athletes can play in the fields.
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As the site of an early settler, John Jarvie Ranch features a dug out cabin, stone house, and other structures from the late 1800s. The ranch showcases artifacts like blacksmith tools, interactive displays, and a general store.
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793 S 1500 E, Vernal, UT 84078
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A wide range of water-based experiences are offered through Holiday River Expeditions - Utah River Rafting. Guests can go rafting, paddling, kayaking, and mountain biking while special family excursions are also available.
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Don Hatch River Day Expeditions host whitewater rafting trips on Green, Yampa and Colorado rivers as well as a day trip through Split Mountain, offering the visitors an opportunity to enjoy the scenic beauty of the surrounding landscape.
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235 E Main Street, Vernal, UT 84078
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Visitors to the Utah Field House of Natural History State Park Museum are able to discover the prehistoric world in a variety of ways. They can dig for fossils, explore the dinosaur garden, and participate in hands-on exhibits.