About 8 miles of dirt road from UT-31 leads to Potters Pond Campground, set in forested terrain above 9,000 feet in Manti-La Sal National Forest. Sites are spaced well apart. There is no potable water on-site, no dumpsters, and no trash service, so campers need to arrive self-sufficient and pack out everything. The pond draws anglers and paddlers, though blue algae has been observed, making swimming a questionable choice. Weekends bring OHV traffic along the main access road to Skyline Drive, so sites set back from that corridor tend to see less noise. RVs up to 50 feet are accommodated, and reservations are available. Campers planning a longer stay in the region can find campsites near Manti-La Sal National Forest worth exploring. Nearby Indian Creek Group Campground sits roughly 1.9 miles east for groups needing a different setup.
Description
Overview
Potters Pond Campground is located in a high mountain valley next to two scenic ponds, at an elevation of 8,900 feet. Visitors enjoy fishing, canoeing, horseback riding and exploring the surrounding off-road vehicle trails.
Recreation
The ponds offer great canoeing and rainbow trout fishing. Horseback riding, hiking and mountain biking are popular in the area as well. The expansive Arapeen OHV Trail System can be accessed from the campground and has more than 350 miles of designated, well-maintained trails for off-road vehicles. The trails are suitable for all riding levels.
Facilities
This campground offers a variety of campsites, including single, double and equestrian sites. Some sites have views of the ponds and most sites are shaded. Sites are equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Vault toilets are provided, but there is no water, electricity or trash collection available within the campground. Visitors will need to bring their own water, as well as pack out all garbage. Roads and parking spurs within the campground are dirt. The campground can be reached via the well-maintained dirt and gravel Miller Flat Road, which provides relatively easy access for cars and RVs.
Natural Features
Potters Pond lies in Upper Joe's Valley in Central Utah. Pine trees and wild grasses cover the area, while aspens dot the surrounding mountainsides.
Charges & Cancellations
A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation. Late cancellations are subject to additional fees. For full details see NRRS Reservation Policy.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsManti-LaSal National Forest Potters Pond Campground is located in Utah near Mount Pleasant
Directions
From Price, Utah, travel south on Highway 10 for 20 miles, to Huntington. Turn right onto Highway 31 and travel northwest for 30 miles. Turn south onto Miller Flat Road and travel 11 miles. Turn right onto Potter Canyon Road and continue for less than a mile to the campground.
Address
USFS - FERRON/PRICE RANGER DISTRICT
115 WEST CANYON ROAD
PO BOX 310
Ferron, UT 84523
Coordinates
39.4466667 N
111.2733333 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Group
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
Drive Time
- 2 hrs from Provo, UT
- 2 hrs 30 min from Salt Lake City, UT
- 2 hrs 58 min from Ogden, UT
- 3 hrs 52 min from Grand Junction, CO
