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Manti-LaSal National Forest Upper Joes Valley Campground

Manti-LaSal National Forest Upper Joes Valley Campground is situated in a forested area with rugged terrain. The weather typically ranges from highs in the 80s Fahrenheit during summer to lows in the 20s during winter. Nearby attractions include Joes Valley Reservoir and the scenic Skyline Drive, offering opportunities for fishing and scenic drives.

Description

USDA Forest Service

Manti-La Sal National Forest

Upper Joes Valley is located at ~7340' elevation, just south of the intersection of Millers Flat Road and Lowry Water Road. The trees offer shade for most campers and provide spectacular autumn color.

Many people enjoy the solitude and primitive experience of camping away from developed campgrounds and other campers. "Dispersed camping" is the term used for camping anywhere in the National Forest outside of a designated campground, and is generally allowed anywhere unless posted otherwise. Many people drive out on Forest Service roads into the woods and find spots that meet the needs for their camp. Dispersed camping may mean no toilet facilities or treated water are located nearby. Typically, dispersed camping is not allowed near developed recreation areas such as campgrounds, picnic areas or trailheads. Some dispersed sites are provided with fire rings and in those cases please use them as they are designating that area as the spot to safely have a campfire. Finally some dispersed sites have a designated footprint for use. If you see a site with any type of barriers or fencing please respect these areas by not pulling motor vehicles or OHV’s. They are there to preserve the surrounding forest making it enjoyable for all.

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Location

Manti-LaSal National Forest Upper Joes Valley Campground is located in Utah

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Directions

From Orangeville, Utah, head northwest on State Route 29 and travel for ~14 miles until you see Joes Valley Reservoir. Continue to follow SR-29 to the north end of the reservoir, about 2.5 miles, until you get to the turn-off for Millers Flat Road/Forest Road (FR) 0014. Head north on FR 0014 for about 2.2 miles until just before the intersection with Lowry Water Road/FR 0038 on the east side of the road.

Coordinates

39.29733061381098 N
111.29751041256968 W

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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
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Features

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  • Picnic Table
  • Toilets

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Reviewed Sep. 24, 2016

Cold in Oct.

We were there in late Oct and it was very cold. It was crowded and lots of garbage was around. The toilet only gets dumped about once a week, but there are too many people using it. The only great thing was how close you are to climbing.

  • Review photo of Manti-LaSal National Forest Upper Joes Valley Campground by Leah W., September 24, 2016