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Freedom 250 Grand Opening Celebration at the McCoy Flats Campground

Utah
Green River DO
Vernal FO
Event Coordinator
BLM UT External Affairs
BLM Office:
Vernal Field Office
Event Dates
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Please join the Bureau of Land Management, Vernal Field Office, for the grand opening of McCoy Flats Campground, celebrating America's 250th anniversary and the Department of the Interior's Freedom 250 commitment to expanding outdoor recreation on public lands.

Located next to the renowned McCoy Flats Mountain Bike Trail System, the new campground meets fast-growing recreation demand in the Vernal area and reflects our shared dedication to stewardship, access, and America's outdoor heritage.

Date: Thursday, September 3, 2026 
Time: 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 
Location: McCoy Flats Campground - 40°22'9.73"N 109°35'30.01"W; approx. 7 miles SW of Vernal Utah
Program:  Remarks, Ribbon Cutting, Tours, Refreshments


Mostly paved road emptying out to highly compacted dirt road. Neither high clearance nor 4x4 is needed to access. 
 

 

 

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The BLM manages about 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.