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Skull Creek Campground

Ashley National Forest, Utah

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As of October 2026, Skull Creek Campground is a campground in Ashley National Forest, Utah with 11 campsites. Skull Creek Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Skull Creek Campground is located at 40.8628° N, 109.5269° W.

people allowed on each site: 10

Skull Creek Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Reservations close: 4 day(s) prior to arrival

Published by Recreation.gov for Skull Creek Campground, read on September 28, 2026.

Campsites at Skull Creek Campground

1235681011121415

Standard 11

What an RV fits

37 ft7 sites
39 ft3 sites
45 ft1 site

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Forest.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, biking, wildlife, horse riding, water sports.

All sites at Skull Creek Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the SKULL CREEK loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
001	Standard	10	37 ft
002	Standard	10	37 ft
003	Standard	10	39 ft
005	Standard	10	37 ft
006	Standard	10	39 ft
008	Standard	10	37 ft
010	Standard	10	37 ft
011	Standard	10	37 ft
012	Standard	10	37 ft
014	Standard	10	39 ft
015	Standard	10	45 ft

About Skull Creek Campground

Overview

Skull Creek Campground is located about 35 miles north of Vernal, Utah near Flaming Gorge Reservoir. Visitors enjoy hiking and biking on local trails and boating, fishing and swimming on the reservoir.

Recreation

Red Canyon and Greens Lake are nearby. Canoeing and fishing for rainbow and brook trout are popular activities at Greens Lake. The Red Canyon Rim Trail is a great place for hiking, biking and wildlife watching. The Red Canyon Visitor Center offers interpretive displays and area information.

Red Canyon Lodge is situated on the shore of Greens Lake. Canoe and bike rentals, horseback riding, a restaurant and gift shop are available.

Facilities

The campground contains 17 single-family sites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets are provided. There is no drinking water available.

Natural Features

Skull Creek lies in a hillside forested with ponderosa pines and aspens near Flaming Gorge Reservoir at an elevation of 7,400 feet. The campground is partially shaded. Summer wildflowers dot the landscape.

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 Skull Creek Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 28, 2026. Check Skull Creek 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 a site of this type will be available.

Water is NOT available on site. Please bring your own water. The nearest water sources are at Greendale and Lodgepole Campgrounds.

Firewood available at Greens Lake Campground. 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.

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.

Extra Vehicle will be charged $10 per vehicle per day. Cash or personal check.

Click here to learn more about the Ashley National Forest

Customer Service Please Contact 801-226-3564 or Help.Ashley.DutchJohn@AmericanLL.com

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Skull Creek Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Skull Creek Campground?

Skull Creek 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 Skull Creek Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Skull Creek 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 Skull Creek Campground have?

Skull Creek Campground has 11 campsites.