Arch Dam Campground
Ashley National Forest, Utah
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As of September 2026, Arch Dam Campground is a campground in Ashley National Forest, Utah with 3 campsites. Arch Dam Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- Arch Dam Campground is located at 40.9117° N, 109.4111° W.
- people allowed on each site
- 75
Arch Dam Campground reservations and next available dates
September 2026
Stay and booking rules
- Reservations close: 4 day(s) prior to arrival
Published by Recreation.gov for Arch Dam Campground, read on September 30, 2026.
Campsites at Arch Dam Campground
- Group 3
What an RV fits
- 35 ft3 sites
Amenities
- restrooms
- showers
- potable water
At a glance: Setting: Desert · Access: Dirt road.
Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, wildlife, water sports.
All sites at Arch Dam Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov
Every site is in the ARCH DAM CAMPGROUND loop.
| Site | Type | Sleeps | Max RV |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Group | 75 | 35 ft |
| 2 | Group | 75 | 35 ft |
| 3 | Group | 75 | 35 ft |
About Arch Dam Campground
Overview
Arch Dam Campground is a popular location for family reunions, church outings and other large gatherings. It is located on the Ashley National Forest within the Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area. Flaming Gorge Dam and the Green River Spillway are less than a mile away. Visitors enjoy boating, water skiing, fishing and swimming.
Recreation
Beautiful Flaming Gorge Reservoir can be accessed just 3 miles from the campground. The reservoir is known 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. Cedar Springs Marina is just 3 miles away.
Facilities
Arch Dam offers two large sites that can accommodate up to 75 people each; and one site that can accommodate up to 60 people. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Each site contains picnic tables and a campfire circle. Roads and parking spurs within the site are dirt.
Public showers are available 3 miles away at Deer Run Campground.
Natural Features
Arch Dam is situated in rolling, high desert terrain dotted with sagebrush and pinyon pines. Shade is limited. Grasses and summer wildflowers dot the meadows throughout the campground, which sits at an elevation of 6,200 feet.
Nearby Attractions
Flaming Gorge Dam offers guided tours of the working hydroelectric plant and the dam, and 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.
Rules and notices at Arch Dam Campground
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Arch Dam Campground on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
CHECK IN: Begins at 2 PM. CHECK OUT: By 11 AM.
A fee of $1/person will be collected on-site for each person over the campsite maximum.
Drinking water is only available mid-late May through mid-September. No hookups available.
Dump stations are located at Antelope Flat, Deer Run, Firefighters, and Lodgepole. A fee is charged.
Showers are located at Deer Run and Mustang Ridge for campers with proof of camping registration.
Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
Extra Vehicle will be charged $10 per vehicle per day. Cash or personal check.
Click here for more info about the Ashley National Forest.
Customer Service Please Contact 801-226-3564 or Help.Ashley.DutchJohn@AmericanLL.com
Arch Dam Campground FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Arch Dam Campground?
Arch Dam Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.
How do I find last-minute availability at Arch Dam Campground?
Cancellations happen frequently at Arch Dam Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.
How many campsites does Arch Dam Campground have?
Arch Dam Campground has 3 campsites.
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