Flaming Gorge Dam Visitor Center

06/03/2026

Ever stood in front of the Bone Wall and thought, “Wait… which bone is that?”

You’re not alone — it’s one of the most common questions our rangers get in the Quarry Exhibit Hall!

To help you explore the wall like a pro, we have a handy Bone Guide for sale. It includes maps of different sections of the Bone Wall and highlights many of the fossils on display. With more than 1,500 bones in the wall, it doesn’t cover every single one — but it covers a whole lot of them!
You can pick up a copy at the Dino Store or grab one for a $1.00 donation at the Quarry Exhibit Hall.

Bonus tip: the Bone Guide also makes an awesome coloring book. Choose a color for each dinosaur listed on the back cover, then color in that species across the pages. Fun fact: this is actually how many of our rangers learned to memorize the bones in the wall!

If you’ve used the guide before — or have your own Bone Wall photos — drop them in the comments. We’d love to see your adventures!

Exhibit Hall

NPS image/ Close-up of a guidebook titled 'A Guide to the Fossil Bones at the Quarry Exhibit Hall' held in front of fossilized dinosaur bones embedded in a rock wall inside a museum.

06/02/2026

Ashley National Forest invites the public to participate in trail clean up and hiking opportunities as we celebrate National Trails Day in events designed to leave trails better than we find them.

Trails Day Events:

🌲Dry Fork Flume Trail🌲
June 6th, 2026 / 10:00am – 4:00pm
Dry Fork Flume Trailhead, Ashley National Forest
Event Description: Light trail maintenance on the Dry Fork Flume Trail, including brushing, cleaning drainage, and tread work.
What to bring: Gloves, sturdy shoes, snacks, and water.

🐟Lower Stillwater Ponds🐟
June 6th, 2026 / 10:00am – 2:00pm
Lower Stillwater Ponds, Ashley National Forest
Event Description: We will be exploring the area, hiking, cleaning up and hopefully catching some fish!
What to bring: Gloves, snacks, water, and fishing pole (June 6th is also Utah’s free fishing day)

National Trails Day is an opportunity to celebrate the trails, campgrounds, and public lands that connect our communities to the outdoors while helping care for the places people enjoy throughout the year.

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05/25/2026

Memorial Day is a time to honor and remember the men and women who gave their lives in service to the United States. The Bureau of Reclamation recognizes their sacrifice and reflects on the freedoms made possible through their service.

Today, we pause in gratitude and remembrance.

05/23/2026

Flaming Gorge Reservoir water elevations are expected to be lower than normal this year due to long‑term drought conditions and increased releases from Flaming Gorge Dam. As water levels drop, access to and use of certain facilities around the reservoir may be affected.

Lower water levels can expose offshore hazards that are normally deep enough to avoid, such as rocks, debris, logs and other objects. Boaters should check current water levels before heading out and know their boat’s draft, or minimum depth needed for the vessel to float without touching bottom.

Learn more at https://www.fs.usda.gov/r04/ashley/recreation/flaming-gorge-reservoir-water-levels-recreation-facility-updates

05/21/2026

Dinosaur National Monument is hiring from the local area!

We’re looking for a seasonal Recreation Fee Technician to join our team. This position is open to residents of 𝗨𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗵 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘆 (𝗨𝗧), 𝗠𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗮𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘆 (𝗖𝗢), 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝗶𝗼 𝗕𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗼 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘆 (𝗖𝗢)—a great opportunity to work close to home while supporting one of the region’s most unique public lands. When you apply, be sure to include your proof if residence in one of the listed counties. Proof could be a utility bill, a property deed or title, etc.

As a Recreation Fee Technician, you’ll be one of the first friendly faces visitors meet. Duties include collecting entrance fees, issuing passes, and sharing helpful park information. If you enjoy working with people, value accuracy, and take pride in serving your community, this could be a perfect fit.

Working at Dinosaur National Monument means spending your days surrounded by incredible scenery while gaining hands‑on experience with the National Park Service. Your work will help protect natural and cultural resources and ensure visitors have a safe, memorable experience.

Interested? Head over to https://www.usajobs.gov/job/869671500 to apply. And please make sure you submit proof of your residence in one of the three listed counties. This can be something like a mortgage or property deed, lease/rental agreement, utility bill, or insurance policy.



NPS image of realistic dinosaur model leaning out of a stone building window holding a brochure in its mouth near a roadside

05/13/2026

Today, the U.S. Forest Service announced an additional 2026 recreation fee-free day on June 6 in celebration of , providing no cost use of all standard amenity recreation sites on national forests and grasslands.

"For National Trails Day in 2025, Forest Service trail managers, partners, and volunteers hosted 80 events, including 54 stewardship projects, engaging with more than 3,100 volunteers who maintained 173 miles of trail,” said Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz. “We hope those who love Forest Service trails will join us at the trailhead on June 6, whether it’s volunteering to build new trails, pick up trash near a trailhead, participating in a nature walk, or taking advantage of the fee-free day benefits.”

Find a local National Trails Day event and join the nationwide movement here: https://americanhiking.org/national-trails-day/find-an-event/

05/08/2026

Larval razorback suckers have been detected in Reach 2 of the Green River, activating the Larval Trigger Study Plan (LTSP).

What is the LTSP? Launched in 2012, the LTSP uses the first appearance of endangered razorback sucker larvae to trigger high flow releases from Flaming Gorge Dam. These flows mimic natural spring runoff, helping inundate floodplain wetlands where larvae can grow and survive.

💧 Dam releases started ramping up yesterday, May 4, and now will continue at about ~8,600 cfs for at least one week, or until new guidance is issued.

⚠️ Recreationists: Please use caution—water will be cold, swift, and higher than normal.