Quarry Exhibit Hall
A hillside of bones, in place, in a big glass building.
Photo: Rob Glover from Bradford, UK · CC BY-SA 2.0Storm damage has closed Echo Park Road and Campground and the Rainbow Park area.Checked November 2, 2026 · Latest
The Quarry Exhibit Hall, built right over the bones, is a fantastic place for kids. Beyond it, the Green and Yampa rivers run through deep canyons, with rafting and ancient rock art.
- Best Time
- May–June and September–October
- Time Needed
- 1 day
- Cost Level
- $$$$
- Open
- Check before you go; hours vary by season
- Getting There
- About three hours by car east of Salt Lake City.
What to See
0 of 3 are freeTour of the Tilted Rocks
A drive past petroglyphs and tilted cliffs.
Rafting the Green and Yampa
Day or multi-day trips through Split Mountain and Lodore.
Know Before You Go
- Summers are very hot. The Colorado side is far from the Utah quarry.
Where to Stay
Stay in Vernal, Utah.
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Last checked 2026-11-02. Part of the Southwest list.