Names Hill
Cliff Historic sandstone bluff inscribed by 19th-century travelers
How to Get to Names Hill #
Names Hill is located near the Green River in western Wyoming, close to the town of Farson. Access is by road off US-191/US-189; some parking and short walks from the pull-off lead to the cliff. Check with local BLM offices for current access and any preservation advisories.
Tips for Visiting Names Hill #
- Bring a rubbing kit (paper and a soft charcoal or pencil) if planning to copy inscriptions - many signatures and names are still legible and make tactile souvenirs.
- Visit with binoculars for a full appreciation of the riverscape; the site sits above a wide, meandering river corridor.
- Respect fragile rock surfaces and avoid adding any new marks; many historical graffiti are dated and of historic value.
Best Time to Visit Names Hill #
Best in summer and autumn when river levels are moderate and trail access is easier.
Weather & Climate near Names Hill #
Names Hill's climate is classified as Cold Desert - Cold Desert climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -18°C to 28°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -2°C and lows of -18°C. The driest month with just 9 mm.
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February
February is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -16°C. Light rainfall.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 5°C and lows of -10°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of -5°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is cold with highs of 17°C and lows of 0°C. The wettest month with 31 mm of rain.
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June
June is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall.
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July
July is cool with highs of 28°C and lows of 7°C. Light rainfall.
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August
August is cool with highs of 27°C and lows of 6°C. Light rainfall.
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September
September is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 0°C. Light rainfall.
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October
October is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of -5°C. Light rainfall.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -11°C. Light rainfall.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -18°C. Light rainfall.
