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Aspen Campground

Aspen Campground is nestled in the scenic North Fork Drainage just off Highway 35, about 13 miles from Tabiona, Utah.

The North Fork Drainage lies on the southern slope of the beautiful Uinta Mountains in northeastern Utah. Visitors enjoy fly-fishing and exploring the many local trails.

Natural Features:
The campground is situated in a forest of aspen, subalpine fir, lodgepole pine and spruce just above the North Fork Duchesne River at an elevation of 7,200 feet. The campground affords beautiful views of the surrounding canyon and summer wildflowers are plentiful.

Recreation:
Fishing for brook, brown and rainbow trout is a popular activity on the North Fork Duchesne. Hiking, mountain biking, OHV, and horseback riding the trails are popular activities in the area, as well as wildlife viewing.

Facilities:
The campground contains single and double-family sites, all with picnic tables and campfire rings with grills. Some sites overlook the river. One group site for up to 32 people is also available and is equipped with picnic tables, serving tables and a campfire circle with benches.

Vault toilets and trash collection are provided. Roads and parking spurs are dirt.

Nearby Attractions:

The North Fork Drainage provides access to the Granddaddy Lake region of the High Uintas via Grandview Trail. Numerous sparkling lakes provide great backcountry fishing. Backpacking, hiking and horseback riding are very popular in this breathtaking area.

Reservations

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Reservations are availble on recreation.gov.

General Information

Due to a sanitation system failure, drinking water is not available until further notice

Single sites are allowed 8 people, 1 vehicle, 1 RV/trailer and 1 tent; Double sites are allowed 16 people, 2 vehicles, 2 RV/trailers and 2 tents; Group sites are allowed 32 people, 4 vehicles, 4 RV/trailers and 3 tents

Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

May-September

  • No shooting of any type of gun or projectile is allowed in the campground.
  • All dogs must be leashed at all times when inside the campground.
  • Quiet time is 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. This includes all generators.
  • Failure to comply with these and other posted rules will result in a fine and/or being removed from the campground.
  • Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org. 

$10/night for single unit, $16/night for double unit and $30/night for group unit with a capacity of 32 people.

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 40.496365

Longitude: -110.846289

Directions

From Duchesne, Utah: Take Highway 27 north for 6 miles to the junction with Highway 35. Turn west on Highway 35 towards Tabiona. Travel 30 miles on Highway 35 and turn north onto the North Fork Road. Travel 3 miles to the campground in the North Fork Drainage.

From Highway 40, turn north on Highway 208 to Tabiona. Travel 10 miles on Highway 208 to Highway 35. Turn northwest onto Highway 35 then proceed northwest through Tabiona and Hanna 13 miles to the North Fork Drainage. Turn north onto the North Fork Road and travel 3 miles to the campground.

Facility and Amenity Information

Accessibility

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Picnic Tables

Picnic tables are available at this site.

Last updated March 20th, 2025