Red Canyon (Ashley National Forest) Campground
Ashley National Forest, Utah
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As of September 2026, Red Canyon (Ashley National Forest) Campground is a campground in Ashley National Forest, Utah with 5 campsites. Red Canyon (Ashley National Forest) Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- Red Canyon (Ashley National Forest) Campground is located at 40.8894° N, 109.5592° W.
- people allowed on each site
- 10
Red Canyon (Ashley National Forest) 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 Red Canyon (Ashley National Forest) Campground, read on September 30, 2026.
Campsites at Red Canyon (Ashley National Forest) Campground
- Standard 5
What an RV fits
- 18 ft3 sites
- 20 ft1 site
- 22 ft1 site
Amenities
- restrooms
- potable water
At a glance: Setting: Meadow.
Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, biking, photography, horse riding, water sports.
All sites at Red Canyon (Ashley National Forest) Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov
Every site is in the RED CANYON loop.
| Site | Type | Sleeps | Max RV |
|---|---|---|---|
| 002 | Standard | 10 | 18 ft |
| 003 | Standard | 10 | 22 ft |
| 006 | Standard | 10 | 18 ft |
| 007 | Standard | 10 | 18 ft |
| 008 | Standard | 10 | 20 ft |
About Red Canyon (Ashley National Forest) Campground
Overview
Red Canyon Campground is located in a grassy meadow high above Flaming Gorge Reservoir in northeastern Utah along Red Canyon Road at an elevation of 7,400 feet. Visitors enjoy exploring the Red Canyon Rim Trail and canoeing and fishing at Greens Lake. ( THIS IS NOT THE RED CANYON IN SOUTHERN UTAH-_ THAT ONE IS NOT RESERVABLE.)
Recreation
Nearby Greens Lake offers great canoeing and fishing for rainbow and brook trout. Red Canyon Lodge sits on the shore. Canoe and bike rentals, horseback riding, a restaurant and gift shop are available.
Red Canyon Rim Trail, for hiking and biking, begins at the nearby visitor center, which offers interpretive displays and area information.
Facilities
This small campground contains family campsites with picnic tables and campfire rings. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided.
Natural Features
The campground lies close to beautiful cliffs overlooking Flaming Gorge Reservoir. Lodgepole and ponderosa pines dot the campground, providing limited shade. Summer wildflowers are plentiful.
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.
Rules and notices at Red Canyon (Ashley National Forest) Campground
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Red Canyon (Ashley National Forest) Campground on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
Please note that there are multiple Red Canyon areas. This Red Canyon is on the Ashley National Forest near Flaming Gorge and Vernal in northeastern Utah. It is not the Red Canyon on the Dixie National Forest near St. George and the National Parks in southwestern Utah. The Dixie Red Canyon does not accept reservations.
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.
No electric, water or sewer hookups are available
This campground has first come, first served sites. There is no guarantee a site of this type will be available.
Drinking water is only available mid-late May through mid-September.
Firewood available at Greens Lake Campground.
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.
Any accepted senior passes must be entered for the discount at the time of booking for single sites only.
Extra Vehicle will be charged $10 per vehicle per day. Cash or personal check.
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Red Canyon (Ashley National Forest) Campground FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Red Canyon (Ashley National Forest) Campground?
Red Canyon (Ashley National Forest) 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 Red Canyon (Ashley National Forest) Campground?
Cancellations happen frequently at Red Canyon (Ashley National Forest) 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 Red Canyon (Ashley National Forest) Campground have?
Red Canyon (Ashley National Forest) Campground has 5 campsites.
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