Uinta

Uinta is a place-name used for several geographic and administrative features in the western United States, most prominently in Utah and nearby areas. The name is of Indigenous origin and has been applied to multiple entities in the region, including a major mountain range, a basin, a Native American reservation, and a county.

Uinta Mountains

The Uinta Mountains are a high, east–west running range predominantly in northeastern Utah, with a portion extending into western Colorado. They are among the oldest and most rugged ranges in the area and host a number of alpine lakes and wilderness areas. The crest includes some of the highest peaks in Utah, and the range forms a significant drainage divide between different river basins. The Uinta Mountains are a defining geographic feature of northeastern Utah and are a popular destination for hiking, camping, and mountaineering.

Uinta Basin

The Uinta Basin is a large high-desert basin located east of the Uinta Mountains in Utah. It lies within several counties and includes communities such as Vernal and Duchesne. The basin is known for its unique geology, including fossil-bearing formations, and for natural resources development, particularly oil and gas. Its landscape features contrasts between rugged plateaus and broad desert stretches.

Uintah and Ouray Reservation

The Uintah and Ouray Reservation (often referred to as the Uintah Indian Reservation) is the homeland of the Ute Indian Tribe in northeastern Utah. Established through treaty agreements in the 19th century, it covers a substantial area and includes communities such as Fort Duchesne. Governance is carried out by the Ute Indian Tribe, with economic activities ranging from energy development to tourism and traditional land-use practices.

Uinta County, Wyoming

Uinta County is a county in western Wyoming named after the Uinta Mountains. The county seat is Evanston. The name reflects the region’s geographic linkage to the Uinta range and its surrounding landscape.