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Rex Reservoir Dispersed Camping

Overview
Rex Reservoir Dispersed Camping is 19.2 miles from Salina, Utah.

Facilities
There is a vault restroom and information kiosk. Camp sites are found around Rex reservoir. There are no electricity, water or sewer site hookups in this area.

Natural Features
Rex Reservoir dispersed camp sites are located at an elevation of over 7,200 feet and are shaded by pinyon and juniper trees.

Recreation
Popular activities include fishing, hiking, viewing scenery, and OHV riding on designated routes. Please pack-out all you pack-in. Camping stay limit is 16 days, 15 nights. See passes, permits, and restrictions tab for more information.

General Information

April - November

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.
Stay on designated roads, and trails as shown on kiosk and designated forest service maps.
All OHVs are required to be registered and display a permit or sticker for riding on public lands.
Yield to hikers, horses and non-motorized users

No fees are required for this site

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, livestock or other visitors
Yield to other hikers, horses, and other trail users by stepping off the trail and controlling your dog

Side view of the Fishlake Supervisors office and Richfield Ranger District office building and Forest sign

Address: 115 East 900 North Richfield, UT 84701
Phone: (435) 896-9233
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30pm (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 38.788042

Longitude: -111.768306

Directions

Rex Reservoir is located about 19.4 miles south and east of Salina Utah. In Salina at the junction of Main Street and State Street, head south on State Street for approximately 2 miles until you reach I-70. Turn left (east) onto I-70 east-bound from Salina, for approximately 6.5 miles. Exit I-70 at Gooseberry Road (Exit 63) and then turn right (south) on the Gooseberry Road (County Road #640), a two-lane paved road, for 4 miles. Turn right onto FR037 for 0.6 miles. Turn left onto FR050 for 6.3 miles. Watch for signs. See below google maps link.

Google Map Directions