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Nizhoni Campground
Nizhoni Campground is located approximately 12 miles north of Blanding, Utah at the foot of the Abajo mountains at an elevation of 7,800 feet. Towering ponderosa pines forest the site, offering partial shade and gambel oaks and sagebrush dot the landscape. Summer temperatures range from 80-90 degrees during the day and 55-65 degrees at night. Mule deer, wild turkeys, Abert's squirrels, and the occasional black bear may be seen in the area. Popular activities include biking, hiking, wildlife viewing, and touring the mountains.
There are 21 single sites and two group areas that can accomodate up to 50 campers each.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Typically open May-September |
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| Reservations: | This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line at Nizhoni, Manti-La Sal National Forest - Recreation.gov |
| Area Amenities: |
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| Fees: | $20 per night for each campsite. $50 per night for each group site. |
| Open Season: | May 15 - September 30 |
| Usage: | Light |
| Best Season: | Early Summer, Fall |
| Closest Towns: | Blanding, UT |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
General Information
Directions:From Blanding,Utah, travel north on Highway 191 approximately 2 miles. Turn left on County Road 2191 and go 3/4 mile to stop sign. Turn right on Forest Road 079 and continue approximately 10 miles to the campground on the right side of the road.
Accessibility:
Three to five wheelchair accessible sites
Parking:
Parking on graveled roads and spurs. Parking limited to RVs 40 feet long or less.
Activities
Campground Camping
| No. of Sites | 21 single sites, Two group sites |
| Reservation Info | This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line at Recreation.gov. |
| Fire Information | Fire Rings |
| No. of Accessible sites | Three to five |
Group Camping
This campground has two group camping areas, each accomodating up to 50 people.
| Fees: | $50 per night for each group sites |
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Viewing Wildlife
Mule deer, wild turkeys, Abert's squirrels, and the occasional black bear may be seen in the area.