Hanging Rock Campground
Hanging Rock Campground is located just off of Highway 21 between the towns of Beaver and Minerville, UT. The campground has six campsites all located alongside the scenic Beaver River. Along with the scenery that the river provides, it also offers what many consider to be the best fising in Beaver County.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 6 |
Site guide
6 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pull-through | 99 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | Riverfront | 30 / 4 | Yes | Yes |
| 2 | Back-in | 99 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | Riverfront | 10 / 2 | Yes | |
| 3 | Pull-through | 99 | Gravel | None | No / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 6 | Pull-through | 99 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 4 | None | No / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |||||
| 5 | None | No / – | 6 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Max vehicle length | 99 ft |
| Equipment | Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Site 1 is listed accessible |
Each site has a fire ring and picnic table. Sites 1, 2, 5, and 6 have pavilions.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
Hanging Rock Campground is located on the South side of Highway 21 between Beaver and Minersville, UT.
| Nearest town | Cedar City, Utah |
| Coordinates | 38.2142° N, 112.8717° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedLake Piles Rx
48 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Sportsman's Warehouse ↗ | 39.7 mi |
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Public land it sits in
Dixie National Forest begins about 9.3 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 9.3 miDixie National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,711,285 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Jenner-Griffiths HouseBuilding · Minersville · 2.5 mi
- Minersville City HallBuilding · Minersville · 2.9 mi
- Rollins–Eyre HouseBuilding · Minersville · 3.1 mi
Natural features
Each campsite is located alongside the Beaver River. Views of the rocky, rolling hills can be seen all around. A short drive or hike in either direction will provide views of either the Mineral or Tushar Mountains.
Recreation
The Beaver River provides opportunity for year-round fishing. The Paiute ATV Trail and Beaver Bench Mountain Bike Trail System are located just down the road in Beaver, UT.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Hanging Rock Campground?
Sites at Hanging Rock Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Hanging Rock Campground?
Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Hanging Rock Campground have?
6 sites, including 6 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Hanging Rock Campground?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Hanging Rock Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Hanging Rock Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Hanging Rock Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Hanging Rock Campground?
Site 1 is listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Hanging Rock Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Hanging Rock Campground?
The Beaver River provides opportunity for year-round fishing. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Hanging Rock Campground?
Cedar City, Utah.
Source: Getting there
What if Hanging Rock Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Little Cottonwood Campground (18.1 mi), Little Reservoir Campround (21 mi), and Mahogany Cove Campground (21.3 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby