Nicks Last Resort

Great activities for every season

Flaming Gorge Reservoir

• Trophy Lake Trout and Kokanee Salmon Fishing
• Water Skiing, Jet Skiing
• Kayaking and Paddle Boarding
• Sightseeing

ATV Riding

• Miles and miles of ATV trail rides

Situated in the heart of Flaming Gorge National Recreational area, Nick’s Last Resort is a convenient hub for RV’ers to enjoy all of life’s outdoor recreation activities such as, Fishin, Boatin, Hikin, Bikin, River Raftin, ATV’in, Jeepin, Sight-Seein, huntin, Rock Houndin, Horseback ridin, Wildlife Viewing, etc. For more info about the area go to (Link to Flaming Gorge Economic Development)

Sheep Creek National Geological Area

This is a nationally significant geological area. Ancient formations overlain by layers of younger rock flexed upward with the rise of the Uinta Mountains about 70 to 40 million years ago.  It is a sight to see only 15 minutes away from Nick’s Last Resort RV Park.

Flaming Gorge Dam

Open year-round, but with reduced hours in winter.  Exhibits share the history and operations of the water facilities.  Guided tours of the Dam are given throughout the summer.  Cal for a schedule (435-885-3135).  Only 45 minutes away from the town of Manila.

Green River

Go fly fishing or rafting through rugged canyons below the Flaming Gorge Dam.  Two main launch areas, several backcountry campgrounds, a shoreline trail and year-round fly fishing.  Guided trips available. Only a 40 minute drive from Nick’s Last Resort RV Park.

Restaurants

Four nearby restaurants…

The Flaming Gorge Brew Company

• Sandwiches, burgers, wings, beer
• Hours: 11:00am – 9:00pm  

Browning’s is open year-round in Manila. We carry an All-American menu from fried chicken, hamburgers & ice cream to Mexican plates & pizzas.

• Hours:
  • Summer (Memorial Day to Labor Day) Lunch and Dinner Mon – Sat.  11:00am – 9:00pm
  • Winter (Labor Day to Memorial Day) Lunch and Dinner Mon – Sat.  11:00am – 8:00pm  
  • Closed on Sunday

The Gorge Reel and Grill.  All-American menu.

• Hours:
  • Monday, Tuesday, Friday 9 -2pm
  • Saturday and Sunday 8-3.

The Hub Bar & Grill The Hub has a nice open woodsy atmosphere with a large “L” shaped bar and plenty of tables for seating.  American traditional food.  

• Hours:
  • 4pm to 1am.

FLAMING GORGE MARKET AND MERCANTILE TRUE VALUE in MANILA, UT is your locally owned hardware and grocery store.  Hours: Monday to Saturday 8 am to 7 pm, Sunday 8am to 6pm.

Gas and Services

Gas stations in Manila:

Sinclair’s iconic DINO-SAUR has been fueling America since 1916 and is proud to provide innovations such as DINOCARE™ A TOP TIER™ Gasoline that will keep Americans on the road for years to come.’ uses automated stations that operate 24 hours a day to help keep overhead low and offer convenience to customers.

Cowboy Petroleum Fuel is dedicated to providing high quality fuels at the lowest possible prices.  GasStar uses automated stations that operate 24 hours a day to help keep overhead low and offer convenience to customers.  Location carries three grades of unleaded fuel, ultra-low sulfur diesel and Ethanol free gas. Accepted credit and fleet cards as payment including Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express, Voyager, Wright Express and Fuelman. 

Slaugh Mustang Sinclair where you can eat, drink and stock up before heading to the lake.  Uses automated stations that operate 24 hours a day to help keep overhead low and offer convenience to customers.

The Red Canyon Visitors Center

A destination unto itself lies high above the reservoir at the southern end of the Flaming Gorge. The sites offer commanding views of the 700 wide and 1400 deep Red Canyon that frames the Flaming Gorge Reservoir.  Open daily from mid-May through mid-September. Exhibits share the areas flora, fauna, and frontier history.  Only a 45 minute from Manila and you will be enjoying the amazing views at Red Canyon.

The town of Manila

Right in the middle wonderful outdoor recreation opportunities.

Record-breaking/Trophy, Fly & Ice fishing

Nature trails for hikers… mountain bikers & Bird watchers: all within the 3 Majestic Utah Mountain Ranges that captures natures beauty surrounding this diverse and tranquil area.

Vernal

63 miles from the town of Manila.   Vernal, Utah is the site of the largest quarry of prehistoric Jurassic dinosaur bones.  More than 10,000 petroglyphs and pictographs remain in Dinosaur National Monument from the Fremont Indians more than 1,000 years ago.  Only 60 minutes away and you can be in Dinosaur Land.