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Dowd Mountain Overlook

Dowd Mountain is often overlooked as visitors rush to more well-known Flaming Gorge locations. USFS road #094 is a maintained dirt/gravel road from the highway climbing gently for about 8 miles to one of Flaming Gorge's best overlooks -- with views of both Utah and Wyoming portions of the lake.

  • Managed by: USDA Forest Service
  • Coordinates: 40.897213, -109.625601

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • HIDEOUT CANYON BOAT-IN CAMPGROUND
  • Sheep Creek Boat Launch Area
  • Moose Pond Scenic Byway
  • Willows Campground
  • NAVAJO CLIFFS
  • SUMMIT SPRINGS GUARD STATION

Frequently asked questions

Is Dowd Mountain Overlook reservable?

Dowd Mountain Overlook is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Dowd Mountain Overlook?

See the map for Dowd Mountain Overlook's exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at Dowd Mountain Overlook?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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