There are no other services along this route. Vernal has all visitor services, including bike shops. Since the route is a Utah Scenic Backway, motorists may be common, especially on weekends and holidays. Be prepared to share the road, and use extreme caution when rounding blind corners. There are many brisk, if not furious, descents on gravel and washboard dirt roads that may make handling difficult.
Motorists commonly travel the route on weekends and holidays.
Vernal has medical facilities. From Vernal, head north on 500 West and west on 500 North. Look for the flag on the cliff. In the shuttle vehicle, drive 20 miles north of Vernal on U.S. Highway 191. Park at Iron Springs Campground 1 mile farther.