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Price Canyon Recreation Area will close on December 1st unless weather requires it to be closed earlier. For questions please call the Price Field Office. The Price Canyon Recreation Area offers visitors a chance to enjoy cooler temperatures and the...

The Price Field Office (PFO) is located at the northwestern edge of the Colorado Plateau--the gateway to the red-rock country and the San Rafael Swell. The Swell has been described as the jagged remains of a dinosaur backbone, an exposed...

The Prospector Trail system was designed by the Utah Division of Parks and Recreation as an off-highway vehicle (OHV) trail system to provide outstanding OHV opportunities to the public while protecting and conserving natural resources and providing economic benefits to...

Recommended Users: Mountain Bikers, Hikers, Equestrians.Singletrack trail. 6.85 miles in length. Difficulty: Moderate/More Difficult. Popular with horseback riders, hikers, and mountain bikers, the Prospector Trail combines singletrack and two-track sections, and is a ride beginner and intermediate bikers can both...

Camping on the south side of Quail Creek Reservoir is authorized in eight sites, each with a picnic table and metal fire ring. Campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis and occupancy is limited to ONE NIGHT. A portable...

Recommended Users: Mountain Bikers, Hikers. Singletrack trail. 1 mile in length. Difficulty: Moderate/More Difficult. To reach Quail Creek Trail, take White Reef Trail from the trailhead for 0.2 miles. Turn left onto Adams Trail and follow it until reaching a...

The Quandry Canyon trailhead is located near Hidden Splendor and crosses through Crack Canyon WSA. This route requires complete technical gear.

The approximately 45,000 acres of public land in the NCA are located in south-central Washington County. The NCA is an important component of the Red Cliffs Desert Reserve, a multi-jurisdictional land base that has been collaboratively managed by BLM, the...

Nestled beneath the backdrop of the Pine Valley Mountains, riparian environments created by Quail and Leeds Creek wind their way through rounded hills, shaded canyons, and soaring cliffs of Navajo Sandstone. This welcomed oasis within the Red Cliffs National Conservation...

Recommended Users: Hikers. Two-track. 0.89 miles in length. Difficulty: Moderate. Red Reef East Trail starts in the campground between campsites #8 and #9. Cross the stepover heading east. Cross a second stepover at the intersection of the Mano Trail. Continue...

Trail Description Trail Distance: 5.74 miles (one way) Approximate Elevation Gain/Loss: 600 feet From the Red Reef Trailhead The Red Reef Trail follows the Quail Creek drainage as it enters the Cottonwood Canyon Wilderness and then passes into the Cottonwood...

Recommended Users: Mountain Bikers, Hikers, Equestrians. Single-track trail. 7.3 miles in length. Difficulty: Moderate/More Difficult. The Rim Trail is single-track: some smooth, some rocky, some rock slabs, and some steep sections. It follows the south rim of the Virgin River...

Small campground along the Castle Valley Road

The WSA is an alluvium (loose soil shaped by water) and sand dune covered valley. The terrain consists of free-moving sand dunes, dunes stabilized by trees or brush, and sagebrush flats. Old juniper trees and changing shadow patterns on the...

Camping facilities are provided at the San Rafael Bridge Recreation Site, adjacent to the San Rafael River. This recreation site is bordered by the lofty escarpment to the north and large buttes to the east and west. The North Campground...

The Sand Flats Recreation Area near Moab, Utah is a nationally significant public lands treasure at the heart of the Colorado Plateau. A high plain of slickrock domes, bowls and fins, it rises in the east to meet the colorful...

Overview Along with easy access to biking and off-highway vehicle trails, Sand Flats' campgrounds offer spectacular vistas of sandstone domes, canyons, and mesas in addition to the ever-changing La Sal Mountains as a dramatic back-drop. Visitors are awed by beautiful...

Overview Sand Island Campground’s two group campsites are ideal for groups wishing to be close to the town of Bluff and the San Juan River. The area offers outdoor enthusiasts many options for river floating, scenic driving and rock art...

Camping along the Sand Mountain Pipeline Road is authorized in eight numbered sites each with a steel fire ring. Campsites are first-come, first-serve and occupancy is limited to 14 days in a 28 day period. This area provides full access...

Sand Wash Ranger Station serves as the put in for floating Desolation and Gray Canyons of the Green River. The site offers overnight camping, short day hikes, screened in cabins (available for rent), overnight parking, a boat ramp, and historical...

Several primitive campsites and 4 Bug huts (reservable on www.recreation.gov). Amenities: vault toilets, picnic tables, fire rings. No running water or Trash Services. Primarily used by boaters floating through Desolation and Gray Canyons of the Green River.

Sevier Canyon, also known as Marysvale Canyon, lies along the Paiute and Sevier County lines. Utah State Highway 89 runs directly down its course along the west side, with the Sevier River in its bottom. The river attracts rafters, tubers...

The first few miles of the east end side of Sheets Gulch is along a sandy wash bottom surrounded by low hills before coming up to the east side of the Waterpocket Fold in Capitol Reef National park. As with...

Recommended Users: Hikers. 2.7 miles in length. Difficulty: Moderate. From Squirrel Canyon Trailhead, follows sand trail along Short Creek, continues past the Squirrel Canyon trail turn off.

The Silver Island Mountains Backcountry Byway is a 54 mile long loop around the Silver Island Mountains and through Utah's Great Basin. The loop also provides access to explore the historic Hastings cutoff of the California National Historic Trail (made...

It is said that Joseph Nielson discovered this amazing sink hole in 1927. He was heading back to his camp at night when he strayed into the area. His horse stopped and absolutely refused to go another step. He got...

Recommended Users: Mountain Bikers, Hikers. Singletrack trail. 5.9 miles in length. Difficulty: Extreme. The South Rim Trail is demanding. From steep drop-offs, difficult climbs, sharp turns, and narrow ledges, this trail offers a lot of challenges for the experienced rider...

Spring Creek Canyon Wilderness Study Area (WSA) is located in the southeastern corner of Iron County, Utah about 7 miles southwest of Cedar City. The WSA is 4,433 acres and measures approximately 6 miles from north to south and 3...

Recommended Users: Hikers. Route. 6 total miles in length. Difficulty: Moderate. This hike goes to the the top of Canaan Mountain. This hike contains slickrock and an area know as the beehive. It offers great views of Zion National Park...

Starr Springs Campground sits on the southeast end of Mount Hillers. It is a favorite among geology enthusiasts, rock hounds, and late season hunters. Starr Springs offers twelve individual camp sites and one large group site. The campground also has...

Camp along the Arizona-Utah border, hike the Arizona National Scenic Trail, and enjoy the beautiful Paria Plateau landscape at the free, first-come, first-served Stateline Campground.

Overview The Superbowl Group Site at Superbowl Campground is ideal for larger groups (10 to 30 people) wishing to recreate in the Indian Creek area of Bears Ears National Monument or be close to the Needles District of Canyonlands National...

At over 9,600 feet Swasey Mountain is the highest peak in the House Range and it is a prominent West Desert landmark. Swasey Peak, Tatow Knob, and the sheer limestone cliffs along the west side are the most striking features...

Camping facilities are provided at this Recreation Area in three distinct locations. This recreation site is bordered by the lofty escarpment to the north and large buttes to the east and west. The North Campground consists of 1 large group...

"Temple Mountain east Campground also known as the “People Pasture” is located just west of the turnoff to Goblin Valley State Park. This campground has multiple parking areas for large recreational vehicles, fire rings, pit toilets and kiosk with map...

"The Temple Mountain west Campground is located at the intersection of Temple Mountain and Behind the Reef road. This campground has multiple parking areas for large recreational vehicles, fire rings, pit toilets a shade shelter and picnic tables. This is...

Three Fingers Canyon hike is a popular hike along the front side of the San Rafael Reef WSA. Access to the trailhead is difficult, 4 X 4 is required.

Recommended Users: Mountain Bikers, Hikers, Equestrians. Two-track trail. 1 mile in length. Difficulty: Moderate/More Difficult. To reach Tipple Trail take Red Reef East Trail for just under 0.7 miles. Turn right onto Tipple Trail. The trail ends at the National...

Tom’s Canyon Trail is a 2.5-mile loop hiking and equestrian trail to the northeast of Kanab, Utah. The trail offers horseback riders and hikers a gentle ramble through sagebrush, dry ravines, and up a box canyon. The trail ends at...

Riddled with old mine shafts from the uranium boom times, the Butte is right across the Muddy River from Hondu Arch. A put-in for rafting when there is water in the Muddy, the area has many dispersed camping possibilities. Finishing...

Topaz, Utah's state gem, is a semi-precious gemstone that occurs as very hard, transparent crystals in a variety of colors. The topaz crystals at Topaz Mountain are naturally amber colored but become colorless after extensive exposure to sunlight. The crystals...

These sere hills contain some of the most productive and diverse rockhound areas in the west. Visitors to Topaz mountain can collect a variety of topaz and crystals, while nearby are trilobite beds (at Antelope Springs), and geode beds near...

This area is the most popular stop along the famous Labyrinth Canyon flat water trip. The canyon offers river camping, a deep canyon hike and canyoneering opportunities. Be aware of flash flood conditions in all desert canyons.

Campsites tucked along the Colorado River Canyon with spectacular views suitable for tent camping. Individual sites are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. This campground is popular with climbers visiting the Big Bend Bouldering Area, a short walk away. (Do...

Upper Onion Creek Campground offers striking views of the Colorado River canyon and the surrounding red rock cliffs, mesas and spires, with the La Sal Mountains as a dramatic back-drop. Individual sites are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Two...

Overview Upper Onion Creek Group Sites are ideal for small family or group gatherings. Group Site A is designed for people with horses and has a horse corral and nearby equestrian trails. The campground offers striking views of the Colorado...

OverviewThis remote and unspoiled, 294,000-acre monument is a geologic treasure, containing Paria Plateau, Vermilion Cliffs, Coyote Buttes and Paria Canyon. Visitors will enjoy scenic views of towering cliffs and deep canyons. Paria Canyon offers an outstanding three to five day...

The Wah Wah Mountains WSA encloses a narrow, flat-topped mountain range with steep, rugged sides. Bald eagles, peregrine falcons, and golden eagles are a raptor species which inhabit the WSA. Sensitive wildlife species that could inhabit the WSA include: the...

Recommended Users: Hikers. Route. 3.2 miles in Length. Difficulty: Moderate. The start of this hike travels along a sandy trail through brush as you get closer to the start of the canyon you will encounter a small stream of water...

Recommended Users: Hikers. Route. 3.2 miles in Length. Difficulty: Moderate. The start of this hike travels along a sandy trail through brush as you get closer to the start of the canyon you will encounter a small stream of water...