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Palisade State Park Campground accommodates pets across all camping options including tent sites, RV spots, cabins, and glamping setups. Nearby Oasis Campground at Yuba State Park provides covered picnic tables at each RV spot with adequate grass and green areas specifically for dogs. Both locations maintain clean facilities with fire rings and picnic tables where leashed pets can join their owners. Temple Hill Resort RV & Campground in Manti offers full hookups with pet-friendly amenities including a picnic table and trash service. Several dispersed camping options near Sterling allow pets with more freedom, including Willow Creek Road and Jimmy's Fork sites where dogs can roam in natural settings. The fenced dog parks at Love's RV Hookup provide secure areas for pets to exercise off-leash.
Hiking trails throughout Manti-LaSal National Forest welcome leashed dogs, with Twin Lake Campground and Ferron Reservoir offering pet access to water features. Campers report the small creek at Maple Canyon provides cooling relief for dogs during hot summer months. Most campgrounds enforce standard leash requirements except at designated off-leash areas. When camping at higher elevations like Old Folks Flat, temperatures drop significantly at night requiring extra warmth for pets. Several reviews note that vault toilets are generally well-maintained and stocked with toilet paper at pet-friendly sites. Dispersed camping areas like Jimmy's Fork provide more freedom for pets but require owners to pack out all waste. During summer months, early morning hikes are recommended as temperatures can reach 90 degrees by midday.
"There are great atv trails nearby. There is a great golf course right next to the lake/campground. The restaurant at the golf club has really good food. The bathrooms are kept clean."
"This place is a great place to camp if you have one of the single or double site next to lake. There is plenty of grass and great facilities. The group site on other side of road is not the best."
from $35 - $300 / night
Check Availability"It rained a bit, then cleared up so you get some extra mud boots in that case with the unique utah red soil. Temperature in april was in the high 30Fs at night, and the sound of coyotes can be heard."
"Close proximity to the water, newer facilities at each site. We appreciated the shade over each table! The food prep table was a nice touch."
from $40 - $90 / night
Check Availability"Place really gave that “middle of nowhere feel”, lake and surrounding area were beautiful. Campsites were simple and bathrooms were nice."
"Nearby dump station. Some grass and green areas for dogs. Adequate shower facilities. Pretty scenery, and several miles away from the interstate so very quiet."
from $40 - $100 / night
Check Availability"Manti Community is located just outside of Manti UT and is easily accessible via a dirt road. It's never full and rarely has any people."
"This is a forest campsite with vault toilets nearby. Lots of wildlife especially small furry ones. Dirt road into the site is bumpy. Great for peace and quiet."
from $10 - $20 / 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"
from $25 - $75 / night
Check Availability"Very close to the I 70 exit, but far enough away, we could not hear the freeway"
"Google strikes again and had me exit and drive 11 miles on a dirt road with carved out tunnels, I70 underpasses and a steep climb. Overall not a terrible drive but would prefer a shorter drive."
from $10 - $20 / night
Check Availability"Ferron Reservoir is one of Utah's best kept secrets compared to many of the crowded campgrounds in the High Uintas. "
from $10 - $20 / night
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LegendHad a good experience here. No one bothered us at all during our stay. There are a lot of RVs using the dispersed camps along the road here but this one was open and empty. Not many big rig friendly sites, but there are a couple. I love the the NP pass covers cost. No issue with bugs. There are a few hiking trails close by as well! No trash services so remember to pack it out with you!
RangerThis hike is amazing. We brought our dog along. The end is absolutely gorgeous. There were a few sites around but it’s mainly just the trailhead parking lot, with little to no cover. No amenities. The panel is worth it
TravelerEasy drive to get to camp area, about 15 miles up a paved road into beautiful national park. There are about 15 spots in the Aspens, we went all the way to end and camped against Cold Spring lake.
Area was pretty full in October with lots of people deer hunting.
GuideNice sites with plenty of distance between sites. They have goats and chickens. Washer and dryer's
LegendWithout water at this end of the lake, still a very nice view, very nice Campground, and some very nice sites with views. I have taken pictures of some of the nicer sites with views. The sites with nice views are identifiable from the angle of the pictures.
TravelerHookups in the parking lot of a Love’s travel center. Cars and trucks come and go at all hours. Highway noise. Clean restrooms. $56 a night, electric only.
GuidePulled in at sunset had a fire ring along the water, facilities were clean and traffic died down by 10ish
GuideLots of space, not too busy, beautiful view in the morning
GuideDid not end up staying as a lot of spots were filled, didn’t go too deep as road started getting worse and data dropped out. Seems nice but probably wanna get there early in night to secure a spot. Would not go in a low clearance vehicle.
Dispersed camping near Sterling, Utah offers a range of pet-friendly options in the Manti-La Sal National Forest. The area sits at elevations ranging from 5,000 to 8,000 feet, creating significant temperature variations between day and night. Most campgrounds experience heavy weekend traffic during summer months while remaining relatively quiet midweek.
Fishing at Ferron Reservoir: Located in Manti-La Sal National Forest, this campground provides excellent fishing opportunities. "Ferron sits right on the top of the Manti-La Sal mountain range that divides the state in two. You can get to the reservoir from either side of the range, and the roads drivable for just about any vehicle," notes Derek E.
Mountain biking on nearby trails: Willow Creek Road dispersed sites connect directly to mountain biking trails. Daniel S. mentions, "It is RIGHT next to a mountain bike trail, so expect some early-morning bikers to be coming down."
Paddling on Palisade Lake: Palisade State Park Campground offers non-motorized boating options. "They rent paddle boats and canoes if wanted. Have a sandy little beach as well," shares LaDell G., making this a great spot for water-loving pets.
UTV riding on forest roads: The Jimmy's Fork dispersed camping area provides access to multiple off-road trails. David C. notes, "Many places to camp. For best selection arrive in the middle of the week. Good UTV trails nearby."
Privacy at certain sites: Some campgrounds offer secluded spots away from crowds. Fleur F. shares about Ferron Reservoir Campground: "This campsite was perfect for me. Remote (about an hour on a one-lane dirt road) and quiet with beautiful scenery. I happened to have the place to myself which was even better."
Covered picnic areas: Many sites feature shade structures over tables. Zach R. describes Yuba State Park: "We appreciated the shade over each table! The food prep table was a nice touch. As a heads up, the trees are not mature enough to provide any shade at all, so be prepared for sunny sites!"
Wildlife viewing: Campers report abundant wildlife sightings. Anthony B. says of Manti Community: "This is a forest campsite with vault toilets nearby. Lots of wildlife especially small furry ones. Dirt road into the site is bumpy. Great for peace and quiet."
Dark night skies: The remote location provides exceptional stargazing opportunities. Ashlee W. describes Painted Rocks Campground: "The sky was so dark you could see thousands of stars."
Temperature fluctuations: The high elevation causes significant temperature drops at night. Tracey W. notes about Willow Creek Road: "You are at almost 8000 ft so not a winter camping spot."
Weekend crowds: Most pet-friendly sites fill quickly on weekends. "For best selection arrive in the middle of the week," advises David C. about dispersed camping in the area.
Road conditions: Some dispersed sites require navigating rough roads. Jeff W. cautions: "Also, be careful of the large boulders inconveniently placed along the road. We almost hit one with our trailer but luckily saw it and hit the brakes."
Water hazards: Lake conditions can change seasonally. Edward R. reports: "There was an algae bloom that made lake hazardous, so we kept dogs away from the water."
Reservoir activities: Lake-adjacent campgrounds offer multiple recreational options. Derek E. shares about Ferron Reservoir Campground: "Feel free to bring your canoes or kayaks and spend the day paddling around and fishing. The fishing is great! We take our entire family every year for our Family Reunion Camping Trip!"
Site selection for trailers: Some sites pose challenges for larger rigs. Jeff W. warns: "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."
Wildlife precautions: Prepare for nocturnal visitors, especially with pets. One camper notes: "Hundred of chipmunks and skunks rated our camp site when we went to sleep."
Campsite surfaces: Ground conditions vary considerably. "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 and both kids that fell had several cuts."
Dump station access: Several campgrounds provide dump stations at their entrances. Zach R. mentions for Painted Rocks Campground: "Potable/drinking water is also available at the dump station."
Hookup availability: Not all pet-friendly sites offer full hookups. Matthew L. cautions: "Only issue we had was we accidentally booked a site without electric. Could've been more clear on website."
Pull-through site dimensions: Large sites accommodate big rigs at certain campgrounds. Phillip R. shares: "We have a 42 ft motorhome and a separate pickup with a 6x12 trailer and we fit both in a pull through site and it looked like there was another 40 feet available."
Wind considerations: Some lakeside spots experience high winds. Sean P. notes: "Great place if you just want to get away. Had the whole lake to myself. Strong 30 mph winds."
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