Sigurd, Utah sits at 5,280 feet elevation in the Sevier Valley, surrounded by the Fishlake and Dixie National Forests. The area experiences hot, dry summers with temperatures often exceeding 90°F and cold winters where snow accumulation affects campground accessibility. Most privately owned RV parks near Sigurd remain operational year-round, while national forest campgrounds typically close between October and April.
What to do
ATV riding access: Several campgrounds connect directly to the Paiute Trail system. At South Forty RV Park, campers can access trails right from the grounds. "Paiute Trail access right from the RV Park. Each site has a tree! The park is tucked in a beautiful canyon, and surrounded by mountains," notes Casey G.
Fishing opportunities: The Sevier River offers trout fishing within walking distance of many campgrounds. At Sevier River RV Park, the fishing proved productive for some visitors. One camper reported catching "5 brown trout all 10-12 inches" during their stay.
Bird watching: Several RV parks feature ponds and natural areas that attract local wildlife. "There is a fishing pond that was also home to geese, ducks and other birds. A river runs along two sides of the park. There is also an enclosure containing chickens and turkeys," writes Richard &. about their experience at Sevier River RV Park.
What campers like
Spacious sites: Many campgrounds provide wide pull-through sites that accommodate larger RVs. At Monroe Canyon RV Park, Scott W. observed, "Site are large & well spaced. Great facilities, & so much space."
Mountain views: The surrounding landscape offers scenic vistas from most campgrounds. "You have a spectacular 360° view of the mountains," notes Terri N. about Monroe Canyon RV Park. "The beautiful red barn is the building that has laundry, bathrooms and a functions venue."
Convenient overnight stops: Highway-adjacent parks provide easy access for travelers. Jennifer H. appreciated her stay at Love's RV Stop-Salina, writing: "This was a super easy on and off, clean, new, nice amenities, not very crowded and right at the gas stations. The views were beautiful."
What you should know
Campground development stages: Some newer RV parks may still be under construction. A visitor to Cedar Mountain RV Resort noted: "New campground. Still working on it but going to be great when it's done."
Water access points: Finding potable water sources is important when camping in this arid region. At Doctor Creek Campground, Sarah W. mentioned: "We were able to fill our water (both potable and non potable stations!) Great place to do dishes or even wash up."
Weather considerations: Summer temperatures can reach uncomfortable levels at lower elevations. Campers often seek higher elevation campgrounds for relief. "Nice views and a great escape from the heat of the valley!" shares a visitor to Doctor Creek Campground in the Fishlake National Forest.
Tips for camping with families
Pet-friendly amenities: Multiple RV parks offer dedicated pet areas. Angie R. commented on Love's RV Hookup-Fillmore: "It has 2 super nice dog parks that are fenced in." This provides a secure space for dogs to exercise after long travel days.
Wildlife interactions: Children may enjoy supervised animal feeding at some locations. A visitor to Sevier River RV Park mentioned: "The office provided food so our 3 year year old granddaughter could feed those birds."
Educational opportunities: Fishlake National Forest Doctor Creek Campground offers unique ecological features. Rayna D. shares: "Beautiful campground with amazing views all around. Best part is you get to sleep inside Pando!" This refers to the Pando aspen clone, considered one of the oldest and largest living organisms on Earth.
Tips from RVers
Site assignment systems: Some parks don't allow specific site reservations. One visitor to South Forty RV Park explained: "The only thing I didn't love is that you don't get to reserve a specific site. They assign one to you when you arrive."
Connectivity information: Cell service and WiFi quality vary greatly. Richard &. reported about Sevier River RV Park: "We had 3 bar LTE with Verizon. I was able to use my hotspot, though had trouble posting on Facebook later in the day."
Parking configurations: Know what to expect about site layouts when planning your visit. At Wonderland RV Park, Justin C. observed: "The sites are a bit tight but less so than the other major option in town. No fire pits but they rent gas ones."
