Deer Haven
Deer Haven Campground is situated high on the western edge of the Colorado Plateau, close to Cedar City, Utah. Visitors enjoy hiking, biking and day-tripping to nearby Cedar Breaks National Monument.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 16 |
| group standard area nonelectric | 2 |
Site guide
18 sites in 3 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Surface | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GroupSite A | DEER | Group | Gravel | 80 / 20 | Yes |
| 11 | Group | Standard | Gravel | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 13 | Group | Standard | Gravel | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 14 | Group | Standard | Gravel | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 15 | Group | Standard | Gravel | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 12D | Group | Standard | Gravel | 16 / 2 | Yes |
| 16D | Group | Standard | Gravel | 16 / 2 | Yes |
| Group Site B | Group | Group | Gravel | 60 / 12 | Yes |
| 01 | Primitive | Standard | Gravel | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 02 | Primitive | Standard | Gravel | 8 / 1 | 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 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Max vehicle length | 60 ft |
| Equipment | Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Dark sky | 4.8 miles from Cedar Breaks National Monument, a certified International Dark Sky Park |
Five single sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Flush and vault toilets are provided. Campers area urged to conserve water in all activities. Two separate Group areas are available at the campground. Group site A for 80 people and Group site B for 60 OHV/ATV's are allowed in the campground for ingress and egress only. No joy riding is allowed in the campground.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Season | Late May to Early September |
| Forest | Dixie National Forest |
| Booking | or by calling 1-877-444-6777 Some single sites are available on a first come, first served basis. |
| Fees | For current pricing and availability, visit www.recreation.gov |
| Rules | Quiet hours between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. Campfires in developed fire pits only. Fireworks are prohibited. Dogs must be on leash. OHV/ATV use prohibited in the campground. Maximum length of stay: 14 days |
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Getting there
From Cedar City, Utah, take Highway 14 east for 16 miles. Turn south on Webster Flat Road and travel 3 miles to the campground.
| Nearest town | Cedar City, Utah |
| Coordinates | 37.5736° N, 112.9086° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- Drinking water is piped from a spring, but there is not an abundant supply.
Fire nearby
- PrescribedLake Piles Rx
8 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 5.7 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Sportsman's Warehouse ↗ | 10.7 mi |
| RV sales & service | Gander RV ↗ | 35.2 mi |
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Deer Haven Campground
Worth a stop
Deer Haven is close to many areas with excellent recreational opportunities. Navajo Lake and Duck Lake are both within 30 minutes, offering boating, canoeing and fishing. The Duck Creek/Markagunt ATV Trail System begins nearby.
- 9.4 miGreens Lake Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 9.8 miRed Hollow Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 1.3 miNavajo Lake - Deep Creek ↗6.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 3 more
- 1.5 miVirgin River Rim Trail ↗29.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.2 miCrystal Springs Trail1.3 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 2.3 miPotato Hollow Trail ↗5 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 3 miBlowhard Trail ↗6.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.1 miLong Hollow Trail1.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Dixie National Forest.
- inDixie National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,711,285 acres
- 3 miAshdown Gorge Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 7,085 acres
- 7 miDeep Creek North Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Bureau of Land Management · 4,478 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
- Caretaker's CabinBuilding · Cedar City · 4.8 mi
- Visitor CenterBuilding · Cedar City · 5 mi
- US Post Office–Cedar City MainBuilding · Cedar City · 11 mi
Natural features
Deer Haven is at an elevation of 8,900 feet. This peaceful and scenic campground is surrounded by a forest of aspen and pine trees. Summer wildflowers are abundant throughout the site.
Recreation
The 34-mile Virgin River Rim Trail passes near the campground and is open to hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. Deer Haven is just 11 miles from Cedar Breaks National Monument, with hiking trails, guided tours and breathtaking scenery. Just outside Cedar Breaks is the Ashdown Gorge Wilderness Area, where hikers will find 10 miles of trails and the Twisted Forest, a stand of ancient bristlecone pine.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Deer Haven?
For some sites. Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Deer Haven?
For current pricing and availability, visit www.recreation.gov
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Deer Haven?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Deer Haven open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season Late May to Early September.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Deer Haven have?
18 sites, including 16 standard sites without power and 2 group standard area nonelectric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Deer Haven?
The longest site here provides 60 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 pets allowed at Deer Haven?
Yes, pets are allowed at Deer Haven. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Deer Haven?
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. Quiet hours between 10 p.m.
Source: Fire nearby
Is Deer Haven good for stargazing?
Cedar Breaks National Monument, a certified International Dark Sky Park, is 4.8 miles away. Skies that dark carry for miles; a moonless night here should show the Milky Way.
Source: DarkSky International
Is there cell service at Deer Haven?
FCC coverage maps show AT&T 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 Deer Haven?
The 34-mile Virgin River Rim Trail passes near the campground and is open to hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Deer Haven?
Cedar City, Utah. Deer Haven is close to many areas with excellent recreational opportunities.
Source: Getting there