Area Status: Open
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Cedar Springs Campground is a small campground located in the beautiful Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area on the Ashley National Forest. Flaming Gorge Reservoir and Cedar Springs Marina are less than a mile from the campground. Exciting recreational activities abound, including boating, water skiing and fishing.
Cedar Springs is situated among juniper, pinyon pine and sagebrush on a hillside above Flaming Gorge Reservoir. Shade is limited but the vegetation provides good privacy between sites, many of which have scenic views of the reservoir below.
A dump station, trash collection and fish cleaning station are provided. Other dump stations are located at Antelope Flat, Deer Run, Firefighters, and Lodgepole. A fee is charged. Showers are available a half-mile away at Deer Run Campground, there is another shower located at Mustang Ridge for campers with proof of camping registration.
Firewood is available for purchase. 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.
For large group camping, the nearby Arch Dam, Greendale, Dripping Springs, Antelope Flat and Dutch John Draw Campgrounds have several group sites available.
Nearby Activities
- Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area is known not only for its beautiful red cliffs, but also for its world-class fishing for lake, brown and rainbow trout. Boating, water skiing, jet skiing, canoeing, kayaking, swimming and scuba diving are popular activities on the reservoir. Cedar Springs Marina is adjacent.
- Bear Canyon Trail, an easy 3-mile round-trip trail for hiking and mountain biking, begins nearby and leads to views of Red Canyon and Flaming Gorge.
- Flaming Gorge Dam offers guided tours of the working hydroelectric plant and the dam, and the adjacent visitor center contains area history exhibits.
- The Green River below the dam provides spectacular rafting opportunities. A trip down the river offers unique geology, outlaw history and Native American rock art.
At a Glance
Current Conditions: |
This area is known for high winds and sudden thunderstorms. |
Reservations: |
It has first come, first serve sites and others that can be reserved at 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line at http://www.recreation.gov/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=70084&topTabIndex=CampingSpot Reservations can be made from 5/11 until 9/2
This campground does have some first come, first served sites. However, to ensure that you get a site, we suggest reserving a site before hand. |
Area Amenities: |
Camping trailer,Picnic tables,Toilets,Drinking water,Parking |
Fees |
$25/Night for a single unit and $50/night for a double unit.
The single site fee covers the cost of 1 vehicle. Each single site's maximum capacity is 2 vehicles. There will be an extra vehicle fee for the second vehicle collected on site. 2 vehicles = 1 sleeping unit (trailer, pop-up, pickup camper, RV, etc) + 1 passenger vehicle or 2 passenger vehicles. There is not room for 2 sleeping units. |
Open Season: |
April - September |
Usage: |
Heavy |
Restrictions: |
There is a 2-night minimum stay on weekednds, 3-nights on holidays. No more than 2 vehicles will be allowed per single site. |
Closest Towns: |
Manila, Utah |
Water: |
Drinking water is only available mid-late May through mid-September. No hookups available. |
Restroom: |
Non-flushable (Vault) Toilets |
Operated By: |
American Land & Leisure; Comment cards are available from hosts or online at americanll.com. |
General Information
Directions: From Vernal, Utah, take U.S. 191 north 42 miles. Turn north onto Forest Road 183 and travel approximately 2 miles to the campground, adjacent to Cedar Springs Marina.
From Manila, Utah, take Highway 44 for 28 miles. Turn left on U.S. 191 and go north for about 4 miles. Turn north onto Forest Road 183 and travel approximately 2 miles to the campground, adjacent to Cedar Springs Marina.
From Rock Springs, Wyoming, take I-80 west toward Green River about 6 miles to the junction with U.S. 191/Flaming Gorge Road. Take U.S. 191 south for 67 miles, passing through Dutch John. Turn north onto Forest Road 183 and travel approximately 2 miles to the campground, adjacent to Cedar Springs Marina.
Parking: This campground has paved roads and parking spurs.
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