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UT |
| description |
Sandy beaches, swimming, boating and waterskiing top the list of activities at Steinaker. Anglers enjoy fishing year-round for rainbow trout and largemouth bass. Located in the heart of Dinosaurland, the park is seven miles north of Vernal, just off Utah Highway 191 in northeastern Utah. Off-highway vehicle riding areas are nearby. |
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Take Interstate 80 east to US 40 to Heber City. Travelthrough Heber on this road through Duchesne and Rooseveltand into Vernal. From Vernal, travel on US 40 (Main Street),to Vernal Avenue (Hwy 191), turn left and follow seven milesto the park.to the park. |
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31 Campsites offer many opportunities for RV and Tent campers. |
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Steinaker State Park |
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342811 |
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http://www.reserveamerica.com/campsiteSearch.do?contractCode=UT&parkId=342811&cmp=39-32--joewils |
| importantInformation |
Fees for damage to the cabin or yurt are the responsibility of the person or persons named on this reservation. Actual costs associated with repairing any damage or excessive cleaning will be charged to the person named on this reservation Gates close at 10 p.m. No admittance after that time. Firewood is available for sale at the park. |
| nearbyAttrctionDescription |
Red Fleet State Park. Dinosaur National Monument, Starvation State Park, |
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In addition to its obvious attractions for water recreation, Steinaker State Park is located in a region well known to geologists, historians and collectors of artifacts. Fossilized relics once found in ancient seas such as oysters, clams, and other shellfish are found here. Steinaker's convenient location makes it a popular base for exploring the many attractions of Dinorsaurland in northeast Utah or the Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area to the north. |
| recreationDescription |
The groundbreaking ceremony for Steinaker Dam was held in 1961. The man for whom the lake and park are named, John Steinaker, attended that ceremony. He was a member of the pioneer ranching family of the region and was 81 at the time of the ceremony. The park was opened to the public in 1964. |