Big Pine 1

Big Pine 1 is a boat-in campsite along the Green River, located about 3 miles below Little Hole Boat Ramp at an elevation of approximately 6,000 feet. The Green River provides spectacular fishing and river-running opportunities, as well as unique geology, outlaw history and Native American rock art. Natural Features: The campground is situated alongside the beautiful Green River in an area typical of a high desert environment. Shady juniper, cottonwood and ponderosa pine trees forest the riverbank. Summer wildflowers dot the landscape. Recreation: The Green River offers excellent fishing for rainbow, brown and cutthroat trout. Rafting and kayaking are very popular activities. Facilities: Big Pine 1 contains one reservable site equipped with a picnic table, campfire ring with benches, tent pads and a blind for a portable toilet. There is no drinking water at this campground. Nearby Attractions: Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area is known not only for its beautiful red cliffs but also for its world-class fishing. Boating, water skiing, jet skiing, canoeing, kayaking, swimming and scuba diving are also popular activities on the reservoir. Flaming Gorge Dam offers guided tours of the working hydroelectric plant and the dam itself; The adjacent visitor center contains area history exhibits. Services in the Dutch John area include: * Flaming Gorge Recreation Services (435)885-3191 – Raft Rental, Guided Fishing, Shuttle Service, General Store, Bait, Gas * Green River Outfitters (435)885-3338 - Raft Rental, Guided Fishing, Shuttle Service, General Store, Lodging, Bait, Gas * Flaming Gorge Resort (435)889-3773 - Raft Rental, Guided Fishing, Shuttle Service, General Store, Lodging, Bait, Gas