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Sunglow Campground

FSU.S. Forest Service — LOA · Utah · Fishlake National Forest

AgencyFSU.S. Forest Service
AreaFishlake National Forest
LocationLOA · Utah · Fishlake National Forest · 38.34167, -111.51889 · Map
Sites8 public sites counted from the federal listing — 6 standard nonelectric; 2 group standard nonelectric
Getting a siteReservable — 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.
HookupsElectric at 0 of 8 sites
Water hookups at 0 of 8 sites
Sewer hookups at 0 of 8 sites
Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 8 sites
Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way.
Max RV lengthLongest reported site fits 75 ft
Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 8 sites · 30 ft: 7 sites · 35 ft: 6 sites · 40 ft: 6 sites
Months openNot in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov.
FeesNot reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground.
Check-in / outIn 2:00 PM · Out 12:00 PM (most common in the listing)
PetsAllowed at 7 sites, as reported
AccessibilityN
Phone435-836-2811

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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 Sunglow Campground is located in a scenic red rock box canyon just 2 miles from Bicknell, Utah. Visitors enjoy exploring local trails and day-tripping to Capitol Reef National Park.

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Recreation Many miles of trails for hiking, biking and off-road vehicles are in the area. The Great Western Trail passes nearby. Facilities The campground contains two group sites that can accommodate up to 20 people each. Flush toilets and drinking water are provided. A large parking area can accommodate trailers. The road to the campground is paved, but the road and parking spurs within are gravel. Natural Features The canyon sits at an elevation of 7,200 feet. Cottonwoods and junipers provide very limited shade. Sagebrush and summer wildflowers dot the landscape. Nearby Attractions The Ke Bullock Waterfowl Management Area is nearby, just south of Bicknell, with wildlife viewing and fishing opportunities.

Capitol Reef National Park is approximately 20 miles away, offering excellent hiking trails, historic sites, scenic driving and breathtaking scenery.

Sightseeing along Utah Highway 12, a National Scenic Byway, is very popular. Travelers visit from every corner of the world to gaze upon stunning red rock canyons and desert landscapes.

Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (877) 444-6777.

Directions, from the listing

Travel a half-mile south of Bicknell, Utah, on Highway 24, then turn east on Forest Road 143 and travel 1.5 miles to the campground.

Nearest federal campgrounds

FSU.S. Forest ServiceElkhorn Campground
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FSU.S. Forest ServiceAquarius Ranger Station
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NPSNational Park ServicePrimitive campsites at Cathedral Campground
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NPSNational Park ServiceCapitol Reef Group Campground
15 mi straight-line · Torrey Utah
NPSNational Park ServiceFruita Campground
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Trip Card — Sunglow Campground

LOA · Utah · Fishlake National Forest

AgencyFS · U.S. Forest Service
LocationLOA · Utah · Fishlake National Forest
FeesNot reported in the federal data
Getting a siteReservable
HookupsNone reported
Max RVUp to 75 ft
Months openNot in federal data
Sites8 sites

Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234308 · 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.