Manning Meadows Trailhead
Overview
Manning Meadow Trailhead is located near the dam of Manning Reservoir at an elevation of 9,800 feet.
Natural Features
This site is surrounded by aspen and mixed conifer trees with a spectacular view of the reservoir.
Facilities
There is a vault restroom, an information kiosk and a couple of picnic tables at this site. Parking is very limited and dirt surface.
Recreation
Manning Meadows can be a great fishing opportunity (follow regulations), plus there is dispersed camping, wildlife viewing, hunting, hiking, and OHV riding on designated routes nearby. The main Paiute 01 trail passes through this site. Please pack-out what you pack-in. Camping stay limit is 16 days/15 nights.
General Information
June - October
-Please refrain from cutting or breaking branches around dispersed campsites. Kindly bring your own firewood to help preserve the natural environment and camping experience.
-Camping stay limit is 16 days/15 nights. After that you must relocate at least 5 road miles away if you wish to continue camping.
-Camp at least 200 feet from lakes, rivers and streams to protect water quality.
-Follow local fire restrictions and fully extinguish campfires before leaving.
-Pack out all trash and follow leave no trace principles.
-Use designated vault toilet to protect natural environment and wildlife.
-Use existing sites and park only on durable surfaces (not vegetation)
-Avoid creating new trails or campsites
-Store food properly in bear-proof containers.
-All motorized travel is restricted to designated travel routes. Cross country travel, driving around closed gates and width restriction barriers, and driving on meadows is prohibited.
-All OHVs are required to be registered and display a permit or sticke
-Pets must be leashed at all times within this recreation area. This policy is in place to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all visitors and to protect wildlife.
-Clean up dog waste and dispose of it properly.
-Keep dogs from chasing, harassing, and disturbing wildlife or other visitors.
-Yield to other hikers, horses, and other trail users by stepping off the trail and controlling your dog.
Address: 115 East 900 North Richfield, UT 84701
Phone: (435) 896-9233
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30pm (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Directions
Manning Meadows Trailhead is located about 16 miles west of Greenwich Utah, along FR083. From Greenwich take UT-62 north for 0.5 miles and turn left (west) onto the lower Box Creek Road (FR169) for 8.5 miles. Turn left on FR068 for 0.6 miles and turn right on FR078 for 3.9 miles. Turn left on the Manning Meadows Road (FR083) for 2.4 miles. See google maps link below for directions.
Parking
Unpaved dirt and gravel parking area
Facility and Amenity Information
Accessibility
Restrooms
Restroom information is not currently available for this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Picnic Tables
Picnic tables are available at this site.
Horse/Pack Animal Information
Horse/Pack animals are allowed at this site.
-Stay on designated trails
-Use certified weed-free hay to prevent invasive species
-Tie horses to trees in a way that won't damage the tree.
