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Avintaquin Campground
FSU.S. Forest Service — DUCHESNE · Utah · Ashley National Forest
| Agency | FSU.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Area | Ashley National Forest |
| Location | DUCHESNE · Utah · Ashley National Forest · 39.88417, -110.77528 · Map |
| Sites | 14 public sites counted from the federal listing — 13 standard nonelectric; 1 group standard nonelectric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 0 of 14 sites Water hookups at 0 of 14 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 14 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 14 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Longest reported site fits 48 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 17 sites · 30 ft: 17 sites · 35 ft: 1 sites · 40 ft: 1 sites |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Check-in / out | In 2:00 PM · Out 2:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 1 sites, as reported |
| Accessibility | N |
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This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-02-25.
From the official listing
Overview Avintaquin Campground is located atop scenic Indian Canyon, just off Highway 191 between Duchesne and Helper.
Visitors come to the area for its scenic beauty, wildlife viewing opportunities and to explore the Reservation Ridge Scenic Backway. Recreation Reservation Ridge Scenic Backway accesses the campground. This dirt road is open to off-road vehicles, mountain biking and hiking, and offers beautiful views of the surrounding area. Additional hiking trails are in the area. Avintaquin Creek and numerous springs are nearby. Facilities The campground contains one group site that can accommodate up to 50 people, with several picnic tables, a campfire ring, grills, utility tables and parking for 10 vehicles. Several single-family sites are available, each equipped with a picnic table, campfire ring and utility table. Vault toilets are available, but there is no running water. Campers must bring their own supply.
Natural Features The campground is situated among towering Douglas fir trees at an elevation of 9,000 feet. A variety of wildlife, including mule deer and elk, make a home around Avintaquin.
Directions, from the listing
From Duchesne, Utah: Take Highway 191 southwest about 30 miles to the top of Indian Canyon. Turn west on Reservation Ridge Road and travel 1 mile to the campground.
From Helper, Utah: Take Highway 191 northeast for 18 miles. Turn west on Reservation Ridge Road and travel 1 mile to the campground.
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Trip Card — Avintaquin Campground
DUCHESNE · Utah · Ashley National Forest
| Agency | FS · U.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Location | DUCHESNE · Utah · Ashley National Forest |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | None reported |
| Max RV | Up to 48 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 14 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233793 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.