Established Camping
Upper Six Mile Ponds
Upper Six Mile Ponds is located near Sanpete, Utah, featuring a landscape of ponds and surrounding forested areas. The area experiences temperatures ranging from 20°F in winter to 85°F in summer. Visitors can explore nearby attractions such as Manti-La Sal National Forest and Skyline Drive, offering opportunities for hiking and wildlife observation.
Description
National Forest
Upper Six Mile Ponds Campground is just ten miles from Sterling, Utah at an elevation of 8,400 feet. A mixed forest of spruce, pinyon, juniper, fir, and aspen covers the area, offering partial shade. Summer wildflowers and wildlife are abundant. Canoeing and fishing for trout are popular at the ponds. 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.
Location
Upper Six Mile Ponds is located in Utah
Directions
From Sterling, east on Palisades Road north of town, veer right on Six Road (FR#47) approximately 10 miles. Please note: Six Mile Road (Forest Road #47) from Sterling is a rough road and 4 wheel drive is recommended, no trailers. From Mayfield, access to the campground is faster.
Coordinates
39.18800005 N
111.54100097 W
Access
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Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Toilets