Within Manti-La Sal National Forest, Big Rock Group Campground provides a Forest Service-managed site designed for group reservations near Ferron. This established campground restricts pets and requires advance booking for access. Fishing opportunities are available in the area, making it suitable for organized groups planning outdoor activities.
The campground sits roughly 16 miles from Huntington, positioning groups in the national forest's mountainous terrain. For additional individual camping options, see campsites near Huntington.
Description
Overview
Big Rock Group Campground is located in beautiful Huntington Canyon, along the Huntington Canyon National Scenic Byway on Utah Highway 31. It is situated at an elevation of 7,600 feet. Many recreational activities are available, including hiking, biking and fishing.
Recreation
Popular activities enjoyed by visitors to the area include fishing, hunting, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, rock climbing and scenic driving. Huntington Creek is a Blue Ribbon fishery, providing high quality brown, cutthroat and rainbow trout.The 4-mile Left Fork of the Huntington National Recreation Trail is nearby and is open to hikers and horseback riders. The 10-mile Fish Creek Trail, used for hiking, biking and horseback riding, is also close by.
Facilities
The campground provides one large group campsite that can accommodate up to 50 people. A large gravel parking area provides ample room for RVs of any size. Accessible vault toilets are provided, but drinking water is not available at the campground. Visitors are asked to carry out all garbage as there are ano waste disposal services available.
Natural Features
Huntington Creek flows alongside the campground. Pine and fir trees line the edges surrounding the campground, but offer little shade within the site. The surrounding area has numerous lakes and streams, vibrant summer wildflowers, colorful fall foliage and abundant wildlife.
Nearby Attractions
The Huntington Canyon National Scenic Byway is part of the 86-mile Energy Loop. It offers stunning mountain and lake views as it tops 10,000 feet in elevation. The historic Stuart Guard Station Visitor Center is nearby, offering a glimpse of the 1930s life of a ranger and his family who once lived there. Exhibits of Civilian Conservation Corps projects and original equipment are on display there. Area information is available as well.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundManti-LaSal National Forest Big Rock Group Campground is located in Utah
Directions
The campground is located 20 miles west of Huntington, Utah, along Utah Highway 31.
Address
115 WEST CANYON ROAD,
Ferron, UT 84523
Coordinates
39.5125 N
111.1555556 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Trash
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 30 min from Provo, UT
- 2 hrs 1 min from Salt Lake City, UT
- 2 hrs 28 min from Ogden, UT
- 2 hrs 55 min from Grand Junction, CO
