Established Camping
Iron Springs Group Campground - Ashley National Forest
Iron Springs Group Campground, near Ashley National Forest, is a fantastic place for groups looking to enjoy the great outdoors. With a spacious area surrounded by trees and a large open meadow, it’s perfect for setting up camp and soaking in the natural beauty.
This campground features picnic tables and fire pits, making it easy to gather around for meals and evening campfires. Visitors have noted the presence of vault toilets and a hand pump for water, although the water pump might need a little TLC. As one camper mentioned, “The camp limit is 16 days, and we pull our campers around this huge area when required,” highlighting the flexibility of the space.
For those who love adventure, the area is rich with trails for hiking and OHV travel, plus opportunities for hunting and wildlife viewing. Campers have spotted elk and deer passing through, adding to the excitement of your stay. The nearby attractions, like ice caves and old copper mines, offer even more to explore.
While it can get busy during the summer months, the vibrant atmosphere and the chance to connect with fellow campers make it a memorable experience. Just remember to pack out your trash and keep the area clean for everyone to enjoy. Whether you’re here for a weekend or a longer stay, Iron Springs Group Campground is a great choice for making lasting memories in nature.
Description
Overview
Iron Springs Group Campground is located approximately 5 miles off U.S. Highway 191, along the Red Cloud Loop Scenic Backway at an elevation of 9,200 feet. Campers enjoy exploring local off-road trails.The Iron Springs Campground Group Sites include both the fenced-in area with picnic tables, and the areas immediately adjacent to site 1 and 2 with a quarter mile for overflow parking. *There is currently NO WATER at Iron Spring Group Campground. The Forest Service is working on repairing the issue.*
Recreation
Red Cloud Loop offers scenic driving on a maintained dirt road, providing miles of trails for ATVs, hikers and mountain bikers. The loop leads to numerous reservoirs and lakes, overlooks, historic sites and through forests and meadows. East Park and Oaks Park Reservoirs are less than 10 miles away. Both are stocked with catchable rainbow trout. A boat ramp is available at East Park; Oaks Park does not have a boat ramp. Brush Creek Caves are nearby, a popular destination for caving and geocaching.
Facilities
The campground consists of two group sites that can accommodate up to 50 people each. Vault toilets are provided. There is currently NO DRINKING WATER. Picnic tables and campfire circles are located at each site. Large gravel parking areas are adjacent.
Natural Features
Iron Springs lies at the edge of a grassy meadow bordered by shady pines and aspens. Sagebrush and summer wildflowers dot the meadow. Many small lakes and streams can be found in the vicinity.
Nearby Attractions
Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area is known not only for its beautiful red cliffs, but also for its world-class fishing for lake, brown and rainbow trout. Boating, water skiing, jet skiing, canoeing, kayaking, swimming and scuba diving are popular activities on the reservoir.Flaming Gorge Dam offers guided tours of the working hydroelectric plant and the dam itself; The adjacent visitor center contains area history exhibits.The Green River below the dam provides spectacular rafting opportunities. A trip down the river offers unique geology, outlaw history and Native American rock art. The Ashley-Karst National Geologic Recreation Area offers dramatic canyons, densely forested backcountry areas, and vast networks of caves.
Location
Iron Springs Group Campground - Ashley National Forest is located in Utah
Directions
From Vernal, Utah: Travel north on U.S. Highway 191 for 20 miles. Turn northwest onto Forest Road 018/Red Cloud Loop and travel approximately 5 miles to the campground.
Coordinates
40.7022222 N
109.5577778 W
Connectivity
T-MobileLTESome Coverage
VerizonNo Coverage
AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Detours Nearby
Forest Service Road 217 Dispersed
18 min away
Grizzly Ridge Yurt
21 min away
Drive Time
- 3 hrs 5 min from Grand Junction, CO
- 3 hrs 11 min from Provo, UT
- 3 hrs 26 min from Ogden, UT
- 3 hrs 26 min from Salt Lake City, UT
Connectivity
- T-MobileLTESome Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
- Yurts
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
