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Gooseberry Creek Campground
FSU.S. Forest Service — EPHRAIM · Utah · Manti-La Sal National Forest
| Agency | FSU.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Area | Manti-La Sal National Forest |
| Location | EPHRAIM · Utah · Manti-La Sal National Forest · 39.68750, -111.29694 · Map |
| Sites | 9 public sites counted from the federal listing — 8 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 9 sites Water hookups at 0 of 9 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 9 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 9 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 30 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 6 sites · 30 ft: 6 sites · 35 ft: 0 sites · 40 ft: 0 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 0:00 AM · Out 0:00 AM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 8 sites, as reported |
| Accessibility | N |
| Amenities, as reported | Vault toilets |
| Phone | (435)283-4151 |
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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 Gooseberry Group Campground is located on an aspen-covered hillside above Gooseberry Reservoir, at an elevation of 8,500 feet. Visitors enjoy fishing and canoeing on the small reservoir and exploring area trails. Recreation Gooseberry Reservoir, which is visible from several sites, offers good cutthroat and rainbow trout fishing, as well as canoeing. The Great Western Trail runs near the campground, offering excellent opportunities for hiking, biking and off-road vehicle riding. Facilities The campground offers group campsites equipped with picnic tables and fire rings. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Garbage collection facilities are not available, requiring visitors to pack out all trash.
A well-maintained dirt road leads to the campground, providing relatively easy access for cars and RVs alike. Natural Features The campground lies within a grove of aspens that is dotted with mature fir trees, in a valley high on the Wasatch Plateau. Some campsites are sunny with little tree cover, while some have ample shade. Sagebrush, grasses and summer wildflowers fill the scenic valley. Nearby Attractions
Directions, from the listing
From Fairview, Utah, travel north about a mile on Highway 89, to the junction with Highway 31. Travel east on Highway 31 for about nine miles, to the junction with Forest Development Road 124. Go north on Forest Development Road 124 for one mile to the campground.
Nearest federal campgrounds
1 mi straight-line · Ephraim UtahFSU.S. Forest ServiceGooseberry Reservoir
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4 mi straight-line · EPHRAIM, UtahFSU.S. Forest ServiceLake Canyon Rec Area
8 mi straight-line · FERRON UtahFSU.S. Forest ServiceFish Creek Campground
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Trip Card — Gooseberry Creek Campground
EPHRAIM · Utah · Manti-La Sal National Forest
| Agency | FS · U.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Location | EPHRAIM · Utah · Manti-La Sal National Forest |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | None reported |
| Max RV | Up to 30 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 9 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232416 · 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.