Established Camping
Upper Joes Valley Campground
Upper Joes Valley Campground is located near rugged terrain with rocky landscapes and sparse vegetation. The area experiences temperatures ranging from 30°F in winter to 85°F in summer. Nearby attractions include Joes Valley Reservoir and the Manti-La Sal National Forest, offering opportunities for fishing, hiking, and exploring nature.
Description
Upper Joes Valley Campground is located at ~7340' elevation at the lower end of Upper Joes Valley, just south of the intersection of Millers Flat Road and Lowry Water Road. The campground is close to Indian Creek in a treed area dotted with sagebrush. The trees offer shade for most campers and provide spectacular autumn color. Many trails criss-cross the surrounding valley and mountainsides and visitors to the campground enjoy exploring the area trails on foot, on horseback, or by riding mountain bikes or off-highway vehicles (OHV). There are no amenities within the campground. Roads and spurs within the campground are dirt. Nearby attractions include the Joes Valley Recreation Area and the expansive Arapeen ATV Trail System, which has over 350 miles of designated, well-maintained OHV trails suitable for all riding skill levels.
Location
Upper Joes Valley Campground is located in Utah
Directions
From Orangeville, Utah, head northwest on State Route 29 and travel for ~14 miles until you see Joes Vally 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. The campground is on the east side of the road.
Coordinates
39.34730037 N
111.2697 W
Detours Nearby
Swell Retreat
1 hr 10 min away
Willow Creek Road - Dispersed Site
1 hr 40 min away
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 23 min from Provo
- 2 hrs 54 min from Salt Lake City
- 3 hrs 21 min from Ogden
- 3 hrs 48 min from Grand Junction
Access
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
