US 191 from Rock Springs to Jensen With a Travel Trailer

[Yoshi1]

Hi,

Looking for feedback on the challenges on Rt 191 from I 80 in Rock Springs WY to Jenson UT (Dinosaur National Park) with a 20 foot travel trailer?

Any easier routes?

TY

 

[CharlesinGA]

Tow vehicle?

I will be interested to hear what others have to say. I've looked at that route several times on the map and really don't think its an issue for me, but would be interested to hear if there are any issues.

You may find these Youtube videos useful.

Vernal, Utah to Rock Springs, Wyoming motorhome travel timelapse

Driving from Vernal Utah to Rock-spring Wyoming through these breathtaking views

Rock Springs WY to Vernal UT Truck driving simulator that appears to be build with real video.

North of Vernal, UT on Hwy 191 A Geologists Dream.. Flaming Gorge Road Trip!!!

Rifle Colorado to Vernal Utah and Ending at the Flaming Gorge Dam on Highway 191. The morning After!

The last two are actual video shot by a truck driver that posts many of his trips.

 

[Yoshi1]

Tow vehicle?

Tow vehicle?

‘21 Jeep Grand Cherokee with tow package ( 6K capacity) Trailer weighs 3500 lbs.

 

[CharlesinGA]

I just wanted to know you have a capable rig for the trip, which you do. I have edited my above posts with links to videos that may be useful.

 

[Jackiemac]

We have done it and it is fine. There are a few steep sections but good road.

Alternate goes round the other side of Gorge but I need to check what it was like with Steve. I'm fairly sure it was OK though.

I'll report back tomorrow.

 

[Jackiemac]

The road through Manila is maybe better for trailers, but both good Steve says.

 

[Yoshi1]

@Jackiemac …thank you

 

[garyb1st]

We did it in April. Vernal to Rock Springs towing our Wrangler. The hardest part was the new road 25+ miles north of Vernal. Wasn't prepared for the steep grade. Had to pull over and let the motorhome engine cool down. Once we were past the dam and heading to Rock Springs the road was good but some of the large trucks were going crazy fast. One time I was a bit concerned when an 18 wheeler was almost over the yellow line on a curve. If he continued to head into my lane, I wouldn't be writing this post. My wife was following me and had the same concern. Aside from that, a beautiful drive. Make sure your trailer brakes are working. Many hills are quite steep.

 

[Adventurous Traveler]

but some of the large trucks were going crazy fast. One time I was a bit concerned when an 18 wheeler was almost over the yellow line on a curve

What else is new? That's why you hear about all of the horrific truck crashes. You have to wonder how qualified some of these drivers are.

Overall, 191 is a very good road.

 

[Yoshi1]

Hi, made the trip on 191..good road .. only a few steep sections and switchbacks…tks for all the feedback

 

[Jackiemac]

Hi, made the trip on 191..good road .. only a few steep sections and switchbacks…tks for all the feedback

Glad you made it. Dinosaur is a great park!