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Sunglow Campground

Sunglow Campground, near Loa, Utah, is a cozy retreat tucked away in the Fishlake National Forest, perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of nearby national parks. With a handful of sites, it offers a sense of privacy and tranquility that many visitors appreciate, making it a great sanctuary after a day of exploring.

The campground features picnic tables and fire rings at each site, allowing for memorable evenings spent around the fire. Many campers have enjoyed the clean flush toilets and drinking water available, which are nice perks in a more rustic setting. One visitor noted, “Flush toilets were a pleasant surprise,” highlighting the campground's commitment to maintaining clean facilities.

For outdoor enthusiasts, Sunglow Campground is just a short drive from Capitol Reef National Park, where you can dive into hiking, biking, and breathtaking views. The surrounding red rock cliffs and stunning sunsets create a picturesque backdrop that campers rave about. As one happy camper put it, “We caught a beautiful sunset against the red cliffs as we set up camp.”

While the campground is small, it has a welcoming vibe, and many have found it to be a peaceful spot to unwind. Just be prepared for some pesky mosquitoes during the warmer months. Whether you're pitching a tent or rolling in with an RV, Sunglow Campground is a charming place to soak in the beauty of Utah's outdoors.

Description

National Forest

Fishlake National Forest

Overview

Sunglow Campground is located in a scenic red rock box canyon just 2 miles from Bicknell, Utah. Visitors enjoy exploring local trails and day-tripping to Capitol Reef National Park. View Sunglow Campground Map

Recreation

Many miles of trails for hiking, biking and off-road vehicles are in the area. The Great Western Trail passes nearby.

Natural Features

The canyon sits at an elevation of 7,200 feet. Cottonwoods and junipers provide very limited shade. Sagebrush and summer wildflowers dot the landscape.

Nearby Attractions

The Ke Bullock Waterfowl Management Area is nearby, just south of Bicknell, with wildlife viewing and fishing opportunities.Capitol Reef National Park is approximately 20 miles away, offering excellent hiking trails, historic sites, scenic driving and breathtaking scenery.Sightseeing along Utah Highway 12, a National Scenic Byway, is very popular. Travelers visit from every corner of the world to gaze upon stunning red rock canyons and desert landscapes.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (877) 444-6777.

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Location

Sunglow Campground is located in Utah

Detail location of campground

Directions

Travel a half-mile south of Bicknell, Utah, on Highway 24, then turn east on Forest Road 143 and travel 1.5 miles to the campground.

Address

138 SOUTH MAIN ST.
Loa, UT 84747

Coordinates

38.3416667 N
111.5188889 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Hike-In
    Backcountry sites.
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Fair
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
    Poor

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group
  • Tent Cabin

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Pull-Through Sites

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11 Reviews

Reviewed Jul. 6, 2023

Quiet, Beautiful little campground

This campground is small but there seemed to be plenty of space between sites. It felt quite private and was such a nice sanctuary from the National Park crowds. I reserved site two. It was quite nice with room for one tent. Some sites were much larger, while others were pretty small and probably better for van campers. Get there early enough and you should have some options. Flush toilets and water were a nice benefit.

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Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Sunglow Campground by Meghan M., July 6, 2023
  • Review photo of Sunglow Campground by Meghan M., July 6, 2023
  • Review photo of Sunglow Campground by Meghan M., July 6, 2023
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Reviewed May. 19, 2023

nice little spot

Nice spot for a night, was surprised it didn’t get full in a saturday night in early may. cows from a nearby feedlot are fairly vocal nonstop. what looks like a vault toilet turns out to have a flush toilet and sink! cool rocks.

Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Sunglow Campground by laura S., May 19, 2023
  • Review photo of Sunglow Campground by laura S., May 19, 2023
Reviewed Jun. 22, 2022

Peaceful

We used the group side using rooftop tents. We had a great view quiet evening. Bathrooms were good too.

Sitegroup site A
Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Sunglow Campground by Kent , June 22, 2022
Reviewed Sep. 13, 2020

Absolutely insane views

Me and my friend stayed in loop A which is the very last sight in the campground. The views are insane!! Beware that this site is connected to a bunch of public trails so there will be people who will want to go through your site. Giant picnic tables and campfire set up. Was really nice for me my friend and my dog to stay for night would highly recommend! There is also a water pump on site.

  • Review photo of Sunglow Campground by Marialisa B., September 13, 2020
  • Review photo of Sunglow Campground by Marialisa B., September 13, 2020
  • Review photo of Sunglow Campground by Marialisa B., September 13, 2020
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Reviewed Jul. 1, 2020

Gorgeous & small, be ready for bugs

Made an audible and camped here before passing through Capitol Reef. There’s not many spots but I lucked out and got the last one. The place is true to its name and is surrounded by fiery sunset reflections on the red rocks. Had a nice stay but was swarmed by mosquitos (mid June) so come ready.

  • Review photo of Sunglow Campground by Kevin W., July 1, 2020
  • Review photo of Sunglow Campground by Kevin W., July 1, 2020
Reviewed Jun. 12, 2020

Pleasantly surprised

We happened upon this campground and luckily there was one spot left - site 1. We caught a beautiful sunset against the red cliffs as we set up camp. Our tent was close to a little stream that was really pleasant to listen to as we fell asleep. The flush toilets were very clean and well maintained. And we had a camp cat show up! Never had a feral cat join us for a cook out before. We loved this site and would definitely recommend it.

  • Review photo of Sunglow Campground by Magarin H., June 12, 2020
  • Review photo of Sunglow Campground by Magarin H., June 12, 2020
Reviewed Jul. 15, 2019

Sunglow

Beautiful place. It is about a 15-20 minute drive from Capitol Reef National Park. Bad: Tent sites are small. Depending on the site, you will have to put your tent on the gravel spots for cars. Not many sites. I imagine on a spring/summer weekend it will fill up. Not lots of shade, but some juniper trees. Good: Flush toilets where a pleasant surprise. Great scenery. Kids wanted to explore all over. The red rock cliffs are pretty. It is close to town if you need something, but at camp it doesn’t feel close to town. We got there at 2 pm on a Thursday in July and only one spot had been claimed.

Reviewed May. 15, 2019

Amazing Views

Amazing views, red rock cliffs and red dirt for miles.

Primitive camping with nice tables, and bathrooms, and fire pits. It can get hot here in the summer and it is nice that they have drinking water at the campsites. They have a big group site that can be reserved and it will hold lots of people. Lots of fun hikes close by. Lots of fun hills for the kids to climb.

Reviewed Aug. 8, 2018

Beautiful

We enjoyed camping in one of the two group sites. Our two tent trailers fit nice and there was a lot of space for the kids to run around. Each site has water and the bathrooms were clean with sinks and flush toilets.

  • Review photo of Sunglow Campground by Jill L., August 8, 2018
  • Review photo of Sunglow Campground by Jill L., August 8, 2018
  • Review photo of Sunglow Campground by Jill L., August 8, 2018
Reviewed May. 31, 2018

Beautiful Scenery and Good Location

It was a little crowded in the designated areas so we found a dispersed camping spot a little down the road. Very pretty area. Very close to Capital Reef.

Month of VisitJune
Reviewed May. 22, 2018

Nice

It's first come first serve and the cost $12 per night. Bathroom with running water. 20 minute drive to Capitol Reef. The sites were nice some bigger than others. Of the 9 sites, 2 were for groups and were to be reserved.

Month of VisitApril
  • Review photo of Sunglow Campground by ALEJANDRA G., May 22, 2018

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are fires allowed at Sunglow Campground?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Sunglow Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Sunglow Campground have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Sunglow Campground does not have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Sunglow Campground?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is fair, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is poor.

  • How hard is it to get a campsite at Sunglow Campground?

    Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Sunglow Campground. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Sunglow Campground, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

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