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Firefighters Campground

Ashley National Forest, Utah

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As of October 2026, Firefighters Campground is a campground in Ashley National Forest, Utah with 58 campsites. Firefighters Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Firefighters Campground is located at 40.8928ยฐ N, 109.4542ยฐ W.
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Firefighters Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

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Stay and booking rules

  • Reservations close: 4 day(s) prior to arrival

Published by Recreation.gov for Firefighters Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Firefighters Campground

  • Standard 58
  • Accessible 6

What an RV fits

  • 25 ft1 site
  • 30 ft4 sites
  • 35 ft7 sites
  • 40 ft9 sites
  • 45 ft26 sites
  • 50 ft9 sites
  • 55 ft1 site
  • 60 ft1 site

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • showers
  • potable water
  • dump station

At a glance: Setting: Forest ยท Access: Paved road.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, wildlife, photography, water sports.

All sites at Firefighters Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

SiteLoopTypeSleepsMax RVAccess
001Loop AStandard1050 ft-
002Loop AStandard1050 ft-
003Loop AStandard1050 ft-
006Loop AStandard1050 ft-
007Loop AStandard1050 ft-
008Loop AStandard1045 ft-
009Loop AStandard1050 ft-
010Loop AStandard1045 ft-
011Loop AStandard1045 ft-
012Loop AStandard1050 ftAccessible
013Loop AStandard1045 ft-
014Loop AStandard1030 ftAccessible
015Loop AStandard1050 ftAccessible
016Loop AStandard1045 ft-
017Loop AStandard1045 ftAccessible
018Loop AStandard1045 ft-
019Loop AStandard1030 ft-
020Loop AStandard1025 ft-
021Loop AStandard1035 ft-
022Loop AStandard1035 ft-
023Loop AStandard1060 ft-
024Loop AStandard1045 ft-
025Loop AStandard1035 ft-
026Loop AStandard1045 ft-
027Loop AStandard1045 ft-
028Loop AStandard1045 ft-
029Loop AStandard1045 ft-
030Loop AStandard1030 ft-
031Loop AStandard1045 ft-
SiteLoopTypeSleepsMax RVAccess
032Loop AStandard1040 ft-
033Loop AStandard1045 ft-
068Loop CStandard1045 ft-
069Loop CStandard1045 ft-
070Loop CStandard1045 ft-
071Loop CStandard1050 ftAccessible
072Loop CStandard1030 ft-
073Loop CStandard1035 ft-
074Loop CStandard1035 ft-
075Loop CStandard1040 ft-
076Loop CStandard1045 ft-
077Loop CStandard1040 ft-
078Loop CStandard1045 ft-
079Loop CStandard1045 ft-
080Loop CStandard1035 ft-
081Loop CStandard1045 ft-
082Loop CStandard1040 ft-
083Loop CStandard1045 ft-
084Loop CStandard1040 ft-
085Loop CStandard1040 ft-
086Loop CStandard1040 ft-
087Loop CStandard1040 ft-
088Loop CStandard1040 ft-
089Loop CStandard1045 ft-
090Loop CStandard1045 ft-
091Loop CStandard1045 ftAccessible
092Loop CStandard1045 ft-
093Loop CStandard1035 ft-
094Loop CStandard1055 ft-

About Firefighters Campground

Overview

Firefighters Campground is just 3 miles from beautiful Flaming Gorge Reservoir, within the Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area on the Ashley National Forest. The campground serves as a memorial to three firefighters who lost their lives in the 1977 Cart Creek Fire. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing, swimming and hiking.

Recreation

Bear Canyon Trail begins across the road from the campground, offering hiking and biking opportunities. This easy 3-mile round-trip trail leads to views of Red Canyon and Flaming Gorge.

Beautiful Flaming Gorge Reservoir is 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 also popular activities.

Facilities

The campground offers several family sites, six of which are accessible. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring; some sites have grills.

Flush toilets, drinking water and a dump station are available. Roads and parking spurs within the campground are paved. Firewood is available for purchase from the host.

Public showers are available 2.5 miles away at Deer Run Campground.

Bootleg Amphitheater, with a screen support and bleacher seating for 120 people, is located just across the road. Educational programs are offered throughout the summer season. A scenic overlook dedicated to the firefighters is located on-site.

Natural Features

The campground is situated on a gently-sloping hillside dotted with shady ponderosa pines and juniper, at an elevation of 6,900 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 Firefighters Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Firefighters Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

CHECK IN: Begins at 2 PM. CHECK OUT: By 11 AM.

The single site fee covers the cost of 1 vehicle. Each single site's maximum capacity is 2 vehicles. There will be an extra vehicle fee for the second vehicle collected on site. 2 vehicles = 1 sleeping unit (trailer, pop-up, pickup camper, RV, etc) + 1 passenger vehicle or 2 passenger vehicles. There is not room for 2 sleeping units.

This campground has first come, first served sites. There is no guarantee of availability.

Drinking water is only available mid-late May through mid-September. No hookups available.

Dump stations are located at Antelope Flat, Der Run, Firefighters, and Lodgepole. A fee is charged.

Showers are located at Deer Run and Mustang Ridge for campers with proof of camping registration.

Any accepted senior passes must be entered for the discount at the time of booking for single sites only.

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.

Dump Station: $10.00

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

Firefighters Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Firefighters Campground?

Firefighters Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 58 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Firefighters Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Firefighters 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 Firefighters Campground have?

Firefighters Campground has 58 campsites.

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