Firehole Canyon Campground
Firehole Canyon Campground is located on the far northeastern shore of Flaming Gorge Reservoir within the Flaming Gorge Recreation Area on the Ashley National Forest. Rock Springs, Wyoming, is just 29 miles away. Boating, fishing and water skiing are popular activities.
Some sites take reservations. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 36 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 35 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
36 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | People / vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Back-in | 35 | Paved | 10 / 1 |
| 002 | Back-in | 35 | Paved | 10 / 1 |
| 003 | Back-in | 35 | Paved | 10 / 1 |
| 004 | Back-in | 35 | Paved | 10 / 1 |
| 005 | Back-in | 35 | Paved | 10 / 1 |
| 006 | Back-in | 35 | Paved | 10 / 1 |
| 007 | Back-in | 35 | Paved | 20 / 2 |
| 008 | Back-in | 35 | Paved | 10 / 1 |
| 009 | Back-in | 35 | Paved | 10 / 1 |
| 010 | Back-in | 35 | Paved | 10 / 1 |
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
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 35 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
The campground contains several family campsites. Each campsite has a cabana, picnic table and campfire ring. Flush toilets, showers, drinking water and trash collection are provided. Roads and parking spurs are paved. A dump station is located on-site.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Season | May to September |
| Forest | Ashley National Forest |
| Booking | This campground has some first come, first served sites. Reservations for reserved sites need to be made at least 7 days in advance. |
| Fees | Showers are open to non-campers for a fee. Sanitation station is available for a fee. The single site fee covers the cost of 1 vehicle. Each single site's maximum capacity is 2 vehicles. |
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Getting there
From Vernal, Utah, take U.S. 191 north about 95 miles, passing through Dutch John, to Forest Road 106. Go west on Forest Road 106 for about 10 miles to the campground. From Manila, Utah, take Highway 44 toward Highway 43. Take Highway 43 to I-80. Take I-80 east about 13.5 miles to the junction with U.S. 191. Turn south on U.S.
| Nearest town | Ashley, Wyoming |
| Coordinates | 41.3497° N, 109.4461° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedD1 Pondo Rx
33 mi from the campground · 532 acres
- PrescribedHole In The Rock Rx
46 mi from the campground · 85 acres
- PrescribedMiddle Beaver Rx
49 mi from the campground · 50 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 21.5 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 30.8 mi |
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Firehole Canyon Campground
Trails nearby
- 2.3 miLost Dog0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 3 more
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
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Natural features
The campground lies in a high desert environment at an elevation of 6,300 feet. Russian olive trees and sagebrush are scattered throughout the site. Shade is minimal. The site affords scenic views of the reservoir and surrounding bluffs and red rock formations.
Recreation
Fishing, boating, canoeing, water skiing and swimming are popular activities on the lake. Campers are offered the convenience of an adjacent boat ramp and a beach area.
Nearby
Flaming Gorge Dam offers guided tours of the working hydroelectric plant and the dam, and the adjacent visitor center contains area history exhibits.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Firehole Canyon Campground?
For some sites. Some sites take reservations. Others are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Firehole Canyon Campground?
Showers are open to non-campers for a fee. Sanitation station is available for a fee. The single site fee covers the cost of 1 vehicle.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Firehole Canyon Campground?
Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Firehole Canyon Campground have?
37 sites, including 36 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Firehole Canyon Campground?
The longest site here provides 35 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are there showers or a dump station at Firehole Canyon Campground?
Flush toilets, showers, drinking water and trash collection are provided.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Firehole Canyon Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Firehole Canyon Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Firehole Canyon Campground?
Fishing, boating, canoeing, water skiing and swimming are popular activities on the lake. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Firehole Canyon Campground?
Ashley, Wyoming. Flaming Gorge Dam offers guided tours of the working hydroelectric plant and the dam, and the adjacent visitor center contains area history exhibits.
Source: Getting there
What if Firehole Canyon Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Buckboard Crossing (10.6 mi, partly first-come), Stateline Cove Campground (25.6 mi, first-come), and Lucerne Campground (26.4 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby