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Maple Canyon's network of pet-friendly campsites provides direct access to climbing areas and hiking trails where dogs can join their owners. Each site includes a fire pit and picnic table within walking distance of vault toilets. No water is available on-site, requiring visitors to bring supplies for themselves and their pets. Manti - La Sal KOA welcomes pets at all 104 sites including tent areas, RV spots with full hookups, and cabin accommodations. The campground maintains clean, well-manicured grounds with steady staff presence keeping sites level and lawns mowed. Dogs must remain leashed throughout the property with owners responsible for waste cleanup. The campground operates year-round, offering a convenient base for exploring nearby pet-friendly trails.
Several dispersed camping options provide free alternatives for pet owners seeking more primitive experiences with their dogs. Willow Creek Road dispersed sites sit at nearly 8,000 feet elevation, offering quiet camping with occasional ATV traffic passing at respectful speeds. These areas have no facilities, requiring campers to pack in water and pack out waste. Dogs have space to explore but should remain under control due to wildlife presence including chipmunks and occasional larger animals. The Ephraim-Manti dispersed camping area provides another free option approximately 45 minutes from town via twisty mountain roads. Both locations permit fires in established rings when seasonal restrictions aren't in place. Campers frequently note the peaceful atmosphere at these sites, with one visitor mentioning getting the best sleep of their life while camping with their dog in the area.
"You are WALKING distance from sport climbs of all grades. Verizon service just outside the campground, where the pavement ends we parked at a turnout."
"There are a lot of campsites and all are right next to climbing areas. The maple leaves in the fall are fantastic."
from $10 - $40 / night
Check Availability"Not too far off the highway and I felt like I was up deep in the mountains. This park is beyond pretty. Staff was great. All around great visit."
"The only reason I did not give it 5 stars is because some of the sites aren't level and are pretty close to each other. I had to use 3 yellow square leveling blocks on the left side."
from $50 - $300 / night
Check Availability"It is RIGHT next to a mountain bike trail, so expect some early-morning bikers to be coming down. Overall, it was a great place to camp."
"Campsite I stayed at/the drive up is amazing during sunset"
"Weren’t too many campers around. Lots of trees for shade. Lake is drying up and looks a bit sad."
"Right near the reservoir, I had a freat, secluded time, while in between bouldering seasion. Will visit again but will camp roght outside park with the other renegades"
from $10 - $18 / night
Check Availability"We were blown away at how tranquil and beautiful the surroundings are at Potters Pond Campground. The abundant trees and brush truly make one feel like they are a million miles away from home."
"The campground is right on a main access road for OHV’s to drive up to Skyline Drive which is good if that’s what you are there for."
from $10 - $40 / night
Check Availability"It was a really nice camp ground with a lot of off road trails. Cant swim in the lake because its really small but it has a lot of fish. A lot of cows and horses roaming freely."
from $10 - $40 / night
Check Availability"Potters ponds are a short drive and offer trout fishing. There are hiking trails; East Mountain Trail and Spoon Creek Spur Trail just north of the campground."
"Tons of Utv, Atv trails. Wildlife in abundance."
from $30 - $50 / night
Check Availability"There is no shortage of biking, hiking and riding trails. The campground sits adjacent to the Arapeen Tail which is a network of OHV trails. We stayed two nights here and wished we could stay more."
"Didn’t stay at the campground drive down an oil rig road and found a camp spot with no one around!!."
from $10 - $18 / night
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GuideThis is a rest stop. It's great. There is a dog park. Water to hook up to for a fill. There are a ton of picnic tables and a paved walking path through an outdoor educational museum. bathroom too. Perfect for an in between salt lake and Moab.
TravelerAwesome first camp of the year. Booked as soon as the state parks opened back up. Place really gave that “middle of nowhere feel”, lake and surrounding area were beautiful. Campsites were simple and bathrooms were nice. Only issue we had was we accidentally booked a site without electric. Could’ve been more clear on website, but also likely a rookie mistake being our first camp in Utah
RangerWe chose this area as a central location to Moab, Provo and SLC! Nice scenic drives to all of those places from camp and did not feel too far out. Campground was clean and well kept. Staff is very nice and helpful. It will be beautiful in a few years with the landscaping investment they have made. Plenty of individual showers. I recommend the ones at office building, they are bigger. Laundry facilities great. Huge plus is dish washing sink with hot water. It is always nice to not have to wash dishes in camper. Dog park, playground and splash pad. My only caution is that it is between Highway and railroad tracks so if you are noise sensitive be aware. We didn’t notice any major noise and slept very comfortably with the nice flowing River behind us. Helper is cute town to explore.
ScoutWe love going to this Park in Castle Dale. Castle Dale has so much to offer us because we have 3 kids and there is so much to do in the area. Our kids are 9, 7 and 3 1/2 so it makes things very convenient and easy for us to go there and we can rent ATV's locally as well and there is a lot of close by site seeing.
The park has a new owner and they have been consistently improving the parks. We were there about a month ago and they just opened up the laundry facility and club house, I hear they are going to add a dog park , provide propane sales and even have charging stations for EVs. Love that they are making these improvements shows that they really care
GuideBeautiful RV Park!! Friendly service! Escorted to our Site# 201 which backed up to the Price River. Site was super level for us. Great space between neighbors on our side of the park. There is a picnic table. However, we took our chairs down to the river bank each evening. So tranquil and relaxing! Laundry room is nice and all machines were in working order. We did not use the restrooms but took a peek in and they are all clean and look new. Beautiful mountain scenery as well. AT&T, T-Mobile Cell Service were excellent. No issues with their WiFI. So many cable channels! If there was one Con, it was that the dog park/run area was muddy. Looks like they are watering the area to maybe get more grass to grow. However, there are plenty of other grassy spots with Dog Waste Stations and bags to walk your dog. Street traffic noise can be heard. We do have a white noise machine and it did not interrupt our sleep. Enjoyed our relaxing stay here! Highly recommend!
ScoutThis place has it all. Clean bathrooms, hot showers, washers n dryers, basketball court, playground, fenced in dog park, a clubhouse building that has arcade games, pool tables, full kitchen, skee ball, dart boards, recliners so comfy you won't wanna get up, all set up around a huge tv screen similar to being at a movie theater, BOWLING, yes bowling, an outdoor swimming pool, awesome friendly happy helpful staff and matience, green sites with power water sewer, pull thru and back in sites, picnic tables, BBQ grills, very family friendly there! And they seem to do cute things throughout the week inviting everyone to join, like free hotdogs and hangout at main pavilion, movie nights, game nights, like they actually care about you as people and not just a payment! Its a nice park for sure!
ScoutWhat a cute little site! Lots of shade and space! There are concrete pits, grills, tent pads, trailer pads, and tables. The bathrooms were super clean, and you can tell that the camp host takes care of the site and goes the extra mile to make it a clean place. It’s dog friendly, but make sure to clean up after you pet!
TravelerStayed here at the end of the camp season. It’s a nice campground, but the spots are a little confusing. First, their normal campsites are really small. We’d actually accidentally set up residence in a double spot without knowing it. So that was unexpected, given the spots are kind of pricey already (normally it’s $23/night, but the doubles were $46/night). And although we only had 6 people (limit for a single site is 8), we also had to pay an additional $8 for the extra car. Besides that, it’s nice that they allow pets.
ScoutWe camped here in May, 2024, on our way north, traveling through Utah. What looked like a nice campground from the Utah State Park website was not a nice campground. Firstly, the bathrooms were not clean. Second, this seems to be a hang-out for the locals in Huntington, especially the teens. Third, what few trees there are, are half-dead from not being watered. There is evidence that a lot have been cut down, probably because they died entirely. It is a mystery that a state park, with a reservoir, does not water the grass and trees in the campground! Fourth, and most importantly, there is semi-truck traffic on the highway that borders the campground, about every 5-10 minutes, day and night, no exaggeration! Drive a few hours northeast and camp at Green River State Park in Green River, UT. That is truly a nice, park-like setting, away from the noise of I-70.
Dispersed camping near Spring City, Utah provides free, primitive options for outdoor enthusiasts. Sites along Willow Creek Road sit at nearly 8,000 feet elevation with nearby ATV trails and mountain bike access. Temperatures vary significantly between seasons, with summer days reaching the 80s while nights can drop below 50°F even in July and August.
Mountain biking trails: The area around Willow Creek Road - Dispersed Site offers direct access to popular mountain biking routes. "This was a great site to stop and pitch my rooftop tent. Not too far up the canyon, and it was very quiet. It is RIGHT next to a mountain bike trail, so expect some early-morning bikers to be coming down," notes Daniel S.
Wildlife viewing: Keep your camera ready for the diverse wildlife in the Manti-La Sal National Forest area. At Indian Creek (UT), Troy L. reports "plenty of opportunities to see wildlife such as deer, elk, coyotes, and we have seen black bears in the area."
Fishing opportunities: Several nearby reservoirs offer fishing opportunities for campers. Near Lake Canyon Recreation Area, Sara A. mentions "great camping, four wheeling, and fishing at the many nearby reservoirs. You can even take Miller Flat Road all the way down to Joe's Valley."
High elevation escape: The higher elevation camping spots provide relief from summer heat. Tracey W. notes about Willow Creek Road, "You are at almost 8000 ft so not a winter camping spot. There is some ATV traffic but respectfully slow."
Pet-friendly trails: The extensive trail networks welcome four-legged companions. Manti Community provides access to pet-friendly hiking with one camper noting there are "lots of 4-wheeling trails and a nice waterfall nearby."
Accessibility to ATV networks: The region's extensive off-road trail systems attract ATV enthusiasts. David C. notes about Jimmy's Fork, "Many places to camp. For best selection arrive in the middle of the week. Good UTV trails nearby."
Solitude and quiet: Weekday camping offers more seclusion. Dalton mentions about Willow Creek Road, "Great dispersed place to stay. Was there on a thursday and saw 2 other people. Campsite I stayed at/the drive up is amazing during sunset."
Road conditions: Many access roads are unpaved and can be challenging. About Maple Canyon, Ethan W. warns, "You are gonna want a car that can deal with some bumpy roads but a great place with climbing."
Seasonal considerations: Higher elevation sites have limited accessibility during winter and early spring. Karin W. shares about Lake Canyon Recreation Area, "It's a really steep canyon to pull a trailer up from the Fairview side so make sure your truck has the power and you watch the temperature."
Water requirements: Most dispersed sites require bringing your own water supply. At Manti-LaSal National Forest Potters Pond Campground, Steven M. notes, "The campground does not have any potable water or any services... There are vault toilets spread out throughout the grounds."
Pack-in, pack-out: Most sites require visitors to pack out all trash. Sara A. confirms about Lake Canyon, "There is no water or trash bins; pack in, pack out."
Select developed campgrounds: For families with younger children, established campgrounds offer more amenities. At Manti-LaSal National Forest Potters Pond Campground, Shad G. shares, "I love that the sites will accommodate more than one vehicle and family per site... The ponds are great for kayaks, paddle boards, and fishing."
Consider surface conditions: Some sites have rocky terrain that might be challenging for small children. Jeff W. warns about Manti Community site #8, "The site is not level and is covered with crushed rock instead of smooth gravel. Two of my three kids tripped and fell. The crushed rock is sharp."
Pet safety precautions: Wildlife encounters require keeping pets controlled. Anthony B. notes about Manti Community, "Lots of wildlife especially small furry ones," which can present challenges for dogs if not properly managed.
Site leveling challenges: Several campgrounds require extra leveling equipment. At Manti - La Sal KOA, Kenyon notes, "The only reason I did not give it 5 stars is because some of the sites aren't level and are pretty close to each other. I had to use 3 yellow square leveling blocks on the left side."
Power and hookup options: For those requiring electrical connections, options are limited to established campgrounds. Steven M. describes Pleasant Creek Campground as "a nice campground with clean facilities. This is a privately owned campground and each site is well manicured... The staff were steady busy leveling off the gravel in each site and mowing the lawns."
Turning space limitations: Some sites have restricted turning radius for larger rigs. Jeff W. shares about Manti Community site #8, "We have a 32' trailer and thought we could turn around in the site, don't try that. There is a +/- 30 yard lane you have to back down to get your trailer to the site."
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