About 45 miles from the nearest town, Firehole Canyon Campground sits within Ashley National Forest along the Green River arm of Flaming Gorge Reservoir, and the distance is the first thing campers need to plan around. No cell service reaches the campground on any carrier, so navigation, communication, and entertainment all need to work offline. The road in is paved for the final stretch off Highway 191, though the surrounding terrain is open high desert with exposed, sunny sites rather than shaded forest cover.
The layout here is distinctive enough that multiple reviewers flag it as unlike anything they've encountered elsewhere. Sites are paired so that two camping groups share a paved parking area and a covered shelter divided between them, with each side getting its own fire ring. "Open sunny CG, not on the water," notes Greg L., which captures the setup accurately. The arrangement works well for groups reserving adjacent sites together, but solo parties should know a stranger could pull in next door. About half of the 37 sites are reservable; the rest are first-come, first-served.
Amenities include showers, scattered water spigots, toilets, and a dump station, making this a workable stop for RVs up to 35 feet. No electrical hookups are available anywhere in the campground. Down the hill from the main loop, a boat launch and fish cleaning station serve anglers and paddlers accessing the reservoir. Water levels and algae conditions on the Green River can vary by season, so summer visits may find lower water than spring arrivals. Rattlesnakes have been reported in the area by multiple campers.
Wind is a recurring theme in reviews, particularly for sites with open sightlines toward the water. Early June visitors have encountered snow and hail, so the May 15 opening date does not guarantee warm conditions. Stargazing, on the other hand, consistently draws praise given the remote location and minimal light pollution. Pronghorn have been spotted near the campground. For dog-friendly camping near Ashley National Forest, this campground qualifies, with pets allowed throughout.
Campers wanting shoreline access rather than a hillside loop can look at Flaming Gorge NRA Dispersed — Beachside a few miles southwest, where dispersed sites sit closer to the water's edge.
Description
Overview
Firehole Canyon Campground is located on the far northeastern shore of Flaming Gorge Reservoir within the Flaming Gorge Recreation Area on the Ashley National Forest. Rock Springs, Wyoming, is just 29 miles away. Boating, fishing and water skiing are popular activities.
Recreation
Fishing, boating, canoeing, water skiing and swimming are popular activities on the lake. Campers are offered the convenience of an adjacent boat ramp and a beach area.
Facilities
The campground contains several family campsites. Each campsite has a cabana, picnic table and campfire ring. Flush toilets, showers, drinking water and trash collection are provided. Roads and parking spurs are paved. A dump station is located on-site.
Natural Features
The campground lies in a high desert environment at an elevation of 6,300 feet. Russian olive trees and sagebrush are scattered throughout the site. Shade is minimal. The site affords scenic views of the reservoir and surrounding bluffs and red rock formations.
Nearby Attractions
Flaming Gorge Dam offers guided tours of the working hydroelectric plant and the dam, and the adjacent visitor center contains area history exhibits.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsFirehole Canyon Campground is located in Wyoming near Green River
Directions
From Vernal, Utah, take U.S. 191 north about 95 miles, passing through Dutch John, to Forest Road 106. Go west on Forest Road 106 for about 10 miles to the campground. From Manila, Utah, take Highway 44 toward Highway 43. Take Highway 43 to I-80. Take I-80 east about 13.5 miles to the junction with U.S. 191. Turn south on U.S. 191 and continue 13 miles to Forest Road 106. Take Forest Road 106 west about 10 miles to the campground. 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 13 miles south. From U.S. 191, go west on Forest Road 106 about 10 miles to the campground.
Address
ASHLEY
Ashley, WY
Coordinates
41.3497222 N
109.4461444 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/14/26
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/14/26
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Firewood Available
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 57 min from Ogden, UT
- 3 hrs 5 min from Salt Lake City, UT
- 3 hrs 17 min from Logan, UT
- 3 hrs 25 min from Provo, UT



















































