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The McKinnon area provides convenient access to Flaming Gorge Reservoir via Buckboard Marina, located near McKinnon off US-191. This is one of nine paved boat ramps serving the massive 91-mile-long reservoir, making it an excellent launch point for kayakers, canoeists, and motorized boaters. The area offers full-service marina facilities including boat rentals and slip availability, making it suitable for day trips or extended outings.
Flaming Gorge Reservoir stretches across the Wyoming-Utah border and offers diverse paddling experiences, from calm coves ideal for kayaking to open water for larger vessels. The second-largest reservoir in the region, it's popular for fishing (including smallmouth bass along rocky shorelines), water sports, and scenic cruising through varying terrain. Paddlers should be prepared for the reservoir's size and potential wind conditions across open water, and should check current conditions before launching.
Access to the McKinnon area is straightforward via US-191 between Green River, Wyoming and Vernal, Utah. The paved ramp and marina facilities make this a well-developed, user-friendly access point for recreational boating and paddling.