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SUNGLOW CAMPGROUND
Overview
Sunglow Campground sits at 7,200 feet elevation and is in a scenic red rock box canyon two miles from Bicknell, Utah.
Facilities
The campground has two group sites that can accommodate 20 people and up to five vehicles each. Flush toilets and drinking water are provided May thru September. A large parking area can accommodate trailers. The road to the campground is paved but the road and parking spurs in the campground are gravel.
Natural Features
Cottonwoods and junipers provide very limited shade. Sagebrush and summer wildflowers dot the landscape.
Recreation
Many miles of trails for hiking, biking and off-road vehicles are in the area. The Great Western Trail passes nearby. Visitors enjoy exploring local trails and day-tripping to Capitol Reef National Park.
At a Glance
| Operational Hours: | Quiet hours 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. |
|---|---|
| Reservations: | Single campsite one and two require reservations as does the group site. Reservations can be made on-line at the Sunglow campground on rec.gov website or by telephone: 1-877-444-6777; Tdd 1-877-833-6777. |
| Fees: | Fee for additional vehicles. Please Note: All campgrounds on the Fishlake National Forest are managed by High Country Recreation under the terms and conditions of a concession permit that was issued to them by the Forest Service in 2020. Email: highcountryrec@gmail.com ​Phone: 435-979-6868 |
| Open Season: | May |
| Restrictions: | Camping is limited to 16 consecutive days. Pets must be on a leash. |
| Closest Towns: | Bicknell, Utah |
| Water: | Drinking water available May thru September |
| Restroom: | Flush toilet, May thru September Accessible restroom |
| Operated By: | High Country Recreation |
General Information
Directions:The Sunglow Campground is 56 miles east of Richfield, Utah. Head east on UT-118 N/E 300 N toward N 100 E 0.8 mi. Continue straight onto UT-119 E 8.8 miles. Turn right onto UT-24 E for 45.3 miles passing through the towns of Loa and Bicknell. Turn right (east) on FR143 1.2 miles to the campground.
Activities
Campground Camping
| No. of Sites | All single sites are first-come first-served. |
| No. of Accessible sites | 6 single, 1 group |
RV Camping
| Reservation Info | First-come first-served for single sites. |
| Hookup - Water | no |
| Hookup - Sewer | no |
| Dump Stations | no |
| Hookups - Electric | no |
| Fire Information | Fire in rings only |
Group Camping
| Group Cooking Facilities | Group fire ring |
| Hookups - Electric | no |
| Fire Information | Fire in fire rings only |
Day Hiking
Viewing Scenery
Scenic Driving
National Scenic Byway 12 "A Journey Through Time" All-American Road: Explore some of the most diverse, remote and ruggedly beautiful landscapes in the country. Travel through the remains of ancient sea beds and across Boulder Mountain, one of the largest high-elevation plateaus in the United States. Because of the high terrain and winding road, the speed limit across Boulder Mountain is 50 mph in the lower elevations and 40 mph in higher elevations. Be sure to plan enough time to view all of the sites at pullouts provided along the way. Most of all - slow down - enjoy the scenery - and have a safe journey!