Uintah County

Uintah County spans diverse terrain, with mountainous areas in the north giving way to fertile valleys where Vernal sits. The landscape shifts between high elevations and lower plains, creating varied environments and settlement patterns.

The county was established in 1880 and named after the Ute Indian tribe that long inhabited the Uinta Basin. Early settlement brought new people to land with ancient indigenous roots.

The Ute people have deep roots in this basin and their presence continues to shape the region's everyday life and character. Local traditions and community gatherings reflect this long-standing connection between past and present inhabitants.

Vernal Regional Airport provides a gateway for travelers arriving in the region. Road networks spread throughout the county, making it manageable to drive between communities and attractions.

The region holds substantial deposits of natural gas, oil, phosphate, and gilsonite beneath its surface. These underground resources have shaped the local economy and development patterns for generations.

Location: Utah

Inception: 1880

Capital city: Vernal

Shares border with: Daggett County, Moffat County, Rio Blanco County, Garfield County, Grand County, Emery County, Carbon County, Duchesne County, Summit County

Website: http://co.uintah.ut.us

GPS coordinates: 40.13000,-109.52000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 02:16