Green River
Green River is a major waterway flowing from Wyoming into Utah, renowned for its canyons, rafting, and connections to regional national parks.
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Geography
| Continent | North America |
|---|---|
| Region | Western United States |
| Subregion | Intermountain West |
| Country | United States |
| State | Wyoming and Utah |
| County | Sweetwater CountyMorrison CountyMillard CountyJuab CountySanpete CountyEmery CountyGarfield County |
| District | Green River Basin |
| City | Green River |
| Timezone | AmericaDenver |
| Latitude | 40.5 |
| Longitude | -110.2 |
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7:15 PM LOCAL TIMEStarting in Wyoming, the Green River journeys south and southwest across a rugged basin before slicing through __:most notably, the Flaming Gorge reservoir’s outlet, and then down into ____, where it feeds into regional reservoirs and joins larger systems like the Colorado River. Its canyon reaches — including The Narrows and Desolation Canyon — are celebrated for their **scenic scenery**, **whitewater rafting**, and remote backcountry. Along its course, the river is a vital resource for ecosystems, agriculture, and recreation, with towns such as Green River, Bob Wills_, and Spring City_ serving as gateway points for travelers. The surrounding landscape mixes high desert plateaus, steep canyon walls, and transitions to forested rims, making routes for multi-day raft trips, technical hikes, and scenic drives.
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