The forest has a story to tell, a tale of ancient rivers ever so slowly conquering land and slicing canyons rich in color and geology. From sedimentary and volcanic rock, to scenery that ranges from near-desert to alpine, Fishlake is one of the most diverse forests in Utah.

Even in terms of human history, the forest is old. President McKinley first preserved Fishlake and its 1.4 million acres in 1899. A Utah state park has since been added within the forest's boundaries to preserve the remains of the largest known village site of the Fremont Native American culture, which thrived from 400 to 1150. It is here that you can view the ancient petroglyphs in Fool Creek Canyon.

The roof of the forest rises to the thin air zone of the 12,000 foot peaks of the Tushar Mountains. They are a skiers' playground, but they suit the camper, hiker, and angler just as well.

The remainder of the forest offers a variety of landscapes. About 2,400 miles of roads, mostly unpaved, provide access to nearly all of the forest. It will be slow and bumpy but well worth the Indiana Jones escapade involved.