The Grizzly Ridge Fire has grown to 23 acres within the Vernal Ranger District of the Ashley National Forest, according to incident data released Tuesday. The fire is currently active in the Uintah Basin region, prompting continued monitoring by federal forestry officials.
Fire Growth and Location
The expansion of the Grizzly Ridge Fire was confirmed via the GACC Uintah Basin Wildweb dispatch reports on July 14, 2026. The incident is situated within the boundaries of the Ashley National Forest, specifically impacting the area managed by the Vernal Ranger District.
District Information
The Vernal Ranger District office, located at 355 N Vernal Avenue in Vernal, Utah, serves as the primary administrative hub for the area affected by the fire. The district maintains standard business hours from Monday through Friday, between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., though it remains closed on all federal holidays.
Contact and Coordination
As the fire continues to impact the 23-acre footprint, residents and visitors in the Uintah Basin can contact the Vernal Ranger District office at 435-789-1181 for official updates regarding forest conditions. The district's presence in Vernal provides a direct line for local coordination during active wildfire incidents within the Ashley National Forest.
Ongoing Monitoring
Current incident tracking for the Grizzly Ridge Fire remains available through the Utah Fire Info and GACC dispatch systems. These resources provide real-time updates on acreage and containment status for active fires within the Uintah Basin Wildweb network.
