Vernal Utah Temple

DedicatedReference record

Announced: February 13, 1994
Groundbreaking: May 13, 1995
Dedicated: November 2, 1997

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Overview

Vernal Utah Temple is in Vernal, Utah, United States. It was announced on February 13, 1994. Ground was broken on May 13, 1995. It was dedicated on November 2, 1997 by Gordon B. Hinckley.

Reference record. This page shows the verified milestones and measurements currently in our research dataset.

Timeline

February 13, 1994Announced
May 13, 1995GroundbreakingGordon B. Hinckley
October 11, 1997 – October 25, 1997Public open house
November 2, 1997DedicatedBy Gordon B. Hinckley

20 scheduled maintenance closures are recorded between 2025 and 2027. Closure schedules change; confirm on the official site before visiting.

Architecture & details

Elevation above sea level	5,358 feet
Height	98 feet
Order of dedication	51st temple dedicated
Ordinance rooms	1 baptistry · 2 instruction · 3 sealing
Site area	1.6 acres
Floor area	38,771 square feet

Facilities (as of October 22, 2026; these change): Temple clothing rental