Fishlake Scenic Byway runs through the Fish Lake Basin at an elevation of 8,850 feet. The byway runs from SR-24 to SR-72, past Fish Lake and Johnson Valley Reservoir. Fall is glorious along the byway, as the various shades of red, orange, and yellow brighten the aspen-covered mountains. As snow blankets the forests and glades, snowshoers and cross-country skiers can find a peaceful solitude throughout the mountains.
Pando is believed to be the largest, most dense organism ever found at nearly 13 million pounds. The clone spreads over 106 acres, consisting of over 40,000 individual trees. The exact age of the clone and its root system is difficult to calculate, but it is estimated to have started at the end of the last ice age. Some of the trees are over 130 years old. It was first recognized by researchers in the 1970s and more recently proven by geneticists. Its massive size, weight, and prehistoric age have caused worldwide fame. Directions:Located in central Utah on the Fishlake National Forest, Pando is approximately 1 mile southwest of Fish Lake on State Highway 25. In the summer the green, fluttering leaves symbolize the relief from summer’s heat that you get coming to the basin. In autumn the oranges and yellows of the leaves as they change color give a hint of the fall spectacular that is the Fish Lake Basin.
Open from June to August, 9 AM - 5 PM
Welcome to the Twin Creeks Visitor Center and Fish Lake Basin Amphitheater. A great site for summer interpretive and conservation education programs. This site is open to all. Coordination of the amphitheater can be accomplished through Fremont River Ranger District. 435-836-2800. Our Visitor Center can provide you with a variety of recreational information and potential opportunities, merchandise, maps and reading material can also be found here. The Twin Creeks Interpretive Site is 41.4 miles east of Richfield, Utah. Head east on UT-118 N/E 300 N toward N 100 E 0.8 mi. Continue straight onto UT-119 E 8.8 miles. Turn right onto UT-24 E for 23.1 miles then turn left onto UT-25 N for 8.7 miles. Turn right at the site entrance.
Wildcat is managed by the Fremont River Ranger District, with the help of wonderful seasonal volunteers. Although the shelves of the Wildcat Information Center are currently filled with maps, books, and pamphlets, the building was originally built as a ranger station in the late 1930's. The Forest Service later converted this quaint little white house into a visitor center, which operates seasonally from June to September (weather permitting). For travelers journeying between the small Utah towns of Torrey and Boulder, the Wildcat Rest Area and Information Center serves as a convenient stop along UT-12. Visitors can take a moment to stop at the rest area to stretch their legs, explore the retail offerings, or utilize the restroom facilities before continuing their journey. While cell phone reception can be unreliable on Boulder Mountain, an emergency radio service to Loa is accessible at Wildcat during its operational months. Directions: The Wildcat Information Center is located 17.2 miles southeast of Torrey, Utah. Head east on UT-24 (main street) for approximately 1 mile. Turn right (south) onto UT-12 for 16.3 miles. The rest area and Information Center will be on the right (west) side of the road.
Approximately 3 miles northeast of Torrey, Utah, on the north side of State Route 24 and west side of Meeks Mesa. Petrified wood can be found in the area.
