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Utah DOR Awards Funds to 81 Outdoor Rec Projects Across 27 Counties

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Utah News spotted this story published June 15, 2026 at insiderutah.com. Full coverage may follow as more sources report.

The Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation has awarded more than $19 million in Utah Outdoor Recreation Grant (UORG) funding to support 81 outdoor recreation infrastructure projects across the state. In Uintah County, a $590,030 award will support Phase 2 of the Ashley Gorge Via Ferrata, expanding climbing routes and public facilities for visitors.