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Barker Recreation Area

Dixie National Forest, Utah

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As of September 2026, Barker Recreation Area is a campground in Dixie National Forest, Utah with 11 campsites. Barker Recreation Area is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Barker Recreation Area is located at 37.9206° N, 111.8153° W.

people allowed on 8 of 11 sites: 8
people allowed on the largest site: 100

Barker Recreation Area reservations and next available dates

September 2026

October 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Changes allowed: 3 change(s) per reservation
Maximum stay: 14 nights

Published by Recreation.gov for Barker Recreation Area, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Barker Recreation Area

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Standard 8
Group 3
Accessible 9

What an RV fits

35 ft11 sites

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain · Access: Gravel road.

Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, wildlife, photography, horse riding.

All sites at Barker Recreation Area, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Access
001	BARKER RECREATION AREA	Standard	8	35 ft	-
002	BARKER RECREATION AREA	Standard	8	35 ft	-
003	BARKER RECREATION AREA	Standard	8	35 ft	Accessible
004	BARKER RECREATION AREA	Standard	8	35 ft	Accessible
005	BARKER RECREATION AREA	Standard	8	35 ft	Accessible
006	BARKER RECREATION AREA	Standard	8	35 ft	Accessible
007	BARKER RECREATION AREA	Standard	8	35 ft	Accessible
008	BARKER RECREATION AREA	Standard	8	35 ft	Accessible
Gates	Group	Group	35	35 ft	Accessible
Old Lady Young	Group	Group	100	35 ft	Accessible
Porter	Group	Group	35	35 ft	Accessible

About Barker Recreation Area

Overview

Barker Recreation Area is located high on the Colorado Plateau at an elevation of 9,300 feet. Visitors enjoy canoeing, fishing and exploring local trails.

Recreation

Upper Barker Reservoir provides canoeing, kayaking and fishing for rainbow and brook trout. Numerous hiking, biking and horse trails can be accessed from both the Upper and Lower Barker Reservoir trailheads. Trails, including the non-motorized Great Western Trail, lead to nine backcountry fishing lakes and beautiful mountain views. The area also has excellent stream fishing and spectacular fall colors.

Facilities

This recreation area contains 13 single-family sites, three group campsites and a day-use area. Horses are permitted in the Porter group site.

Drinking water is provided from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Amenities include accessible vault toilets and bear-proof food storage lockers. Fishing docks are located at Upper and Lower Barker Reservoirs. Roads and parking spurs are gravel.

Natural Features

A dense canopy of aspen and spruce trees forests Barker Recreation Area. Summer wildflowers are plentiful and a variety of wildlife frequents the area, including black bear, blue grouse, golden eagle, ducks and wild turkey.

Nearby Attractions

Both the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument and Escalante Petrified Forest State Park are located approximately 45 minutes away. Sightseeing along Utah Highway 12, a National Scenic Byway, is very popular. Travelers visit from every corner of the world to see the stunning red rock canyons and desert landscapes.

Bryce Canyon National Park, Kodachrome Basin State Park and Anasazi State Park are also located in the area.

Rules and notices at Barker Recreation Area

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Barker Recreation Area on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

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

This is an American black bear habitat, be aware and keep a clean camp, use the provided food/garbage storage "bear boxes" as described in 36 CFR 261.58(cc) Forest Order 0407-21-18, violations are subject to citation.

Pack it in pack it out. No trash collection provided. Come prepared to stow and haul out your garbage. Leaving garbage behind is prohibited and a violation of 36 CFR 261.11 subject to a citation.

No RV hookups available. Vault toilets and drinking water hydrants are available at this location.

Motorized boats are not permitted on lakes.

OFF HIGHWAY VEHICLE ROAD RESTRICTIONS WITHIN DEVELOPED CAMPGROUNDS FOREST ORDER 0407-21-13 - Street legal are permitted, non-street legal permitted in sites 1 and 13, Porter Group and Old Lady Young Group.

Extra-vehicle daily fee applies, payment on-site or paid at time of reservation. Please come prepared to pay onsite with check or cash.

Some sites are reservable at www.Recreation.gov . Both reservable and first come, first served sites are offered at this location.

Click here for more information on the Dixie National Forest.

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.

For campground inquiries, please call: (800) 342-2267 or the Escalante Interagency Visitor Center 435-826-5499 .

Customer Service Please Contact 801-226-3564 or Help.Dixie.CedarCity@AmericanLL.com .

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Barker Recreation Area FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Barker Recreation Area?

Barker Recreation Area 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 Barker Recreation Area?

Cancellations happen frequently at Barker Recreation Area, 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 Barker Recreation Area have?

Barker Recreation Area has 11 campsites.