U.S. Forest Service · Manti-La Sal National Forest · Ephraim, UT

Manti Community

Manti Community Campground is just 7 miles east of Manti, Utah next to Yearns Reservoir at an elevation of 7,400 feet. Visitors enjoy fishing, canoeing and exploring local trails. Accessible by dirt road, no high clearance needed.

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Site mix

Standard, no hookups6
Group sites1
Host/management5
Most sites here open on Recreation.gov six months ahead, at 10 a.m. Eastern. Sold out is not final: cancellations come back into the pool, most of them two to three days out. How to catch one

Site guide

Will my RV fit

The longest site here provides 30 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.

Have the trailer VIN? It carries the trailer length.

7 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.

SiteLoopTypeEntryFits, ftSurfacePeople / vehiclesFires
002FAMStandardBack-in20Gravel6 / 1Yes
003FAMStandardBack-in25Gravel6 / 2Yes
004FAMStandardBack-in25Gravel6 / 2Yes
005FAMStandardBack-in25Gravel6 / 2Yes
006FAMStandardPull-through30Gravel6 / 2Yes
008FAMStandardBack-in30Gravel6 / 3Yes
007MANTGroupPull-through30Gravel30 / 6Yes

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 1:00 PM.

Amenities & rules

HookupsNone
Max vehicle length99 ft
EquipmentRVs & trailers, Tents
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed, subject to restrictions

The campground contains one group site that can accommodate up to 30 people and six vehicles. Single-family sites are available as well. Multiple vault toilets are provided, along with access footpaths leading down to Yearns Reservoir. Roads and parking spurs are gravel.

Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.

Season & status

Seasonlate May to September
ForestManti-La Sal National Forest
BookingThis site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or reserve on-line.
Fees$10 per night for a single site, or walk in is $8 - $10. $40 per night for a group site.

Manti-La Sal National Forest recreation page ↗

Weather by month

NOAA climate normals →
Weather by month near Manti Community20°30°40°50°60°70°80°January: 0.99 inches of precipitation, 10.3 inches of snowFebruary: 0.97 inches of precipitation, 10.4 inches of snowMarch: 1.27 inches of precipitation, 5.9 inches of snowApril: 1.39 inches of precipitation, 4.6 inches of snowMay: 1.47 inches of precipitation, 0.7 inches of snowJune: 0.91 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowJuly: 0.69 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowAugust: 0.83 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowSeptember: 1.06 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowOctober: 1.26 inches of precipitation, 1.1 inches of snowNovember: 0.99 inches of precipitation, 6.6 inches of snowDecember: 1.22 inches of precipitation, 13.3 inches of snowJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanuary: 28.2°F averageFebruary: 32.6°F averageMarch: 41.1°F averageApril: 46.8°F averageMay: 55.4°F averageJune: 64.8°F averageJuly: 72.1°F averageAugust: 70.4°F averageSeptember: 62.1°F averageOctober: 50.2°F averageNovember: 38.3°F averageDecember: 28.0°F average0 in5 in10 in15 inTemp °FInches
The line is the average temperature and the bars are average precipitation at Manti, 5 miles from the campground at 5,740 feet, station USC00425402 in the NOAA monthly climate normals for 1991 to 2020. Precipitation totals about 13 inches a year. The dotted line is average snowfall, about 53 inches a year on the same inches scale.

Getting there

Located 7 miles east of Manti, Utah, on Forest Development Road #045.

Nearest townEphraim, Utah
Coordinates39.2533° N, 111.5403° W · Directions ↗

Fire nearby

  • Prescribed
    San Pitch Rx

    13 mi from the campground · 15 acres

  • Prescribed
    Salina Canyon East Rx

    33 mi from the campground · 17,375 acres

  • Prescribed
    Fremont River Rd Piles Rx

    47 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 gearIFA Country Store ↗7.2 mi
RV sales & serviceWestern Range Camps ↗19.5 mi
Dump stationDump station ↗22.6 mi

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Manti Community Campground, Manti, Utah

Worth a stop

The surrounding area is a haven for ATV enthusiasts. Several trails, primarily for 66-inch OHVs, crisscross the region, making up part of the 350-plus miles of the exciting Arapeen OHV Trail System. In the immediate area is the Burnt Hill Trail that connects with the Patton Trail, beginning at the Manti Loop Patton Trailhead. Milky Falls can also be found nearby.

  • 1.2 mi
    Patton
    1.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 3 more
  • 2.7 mi
    Leo
    3.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 3 more
  • 3.3 mi
    Experiment Station ↗
    4.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
  • 3.6 mi
    Sand Ridge
    3.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 3 more
  • 4.1 mi
    Harmon ATV Trail ↗
    4.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
  • 4.1 mi
    Jimmy'S Fork
    2.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike

Trailheads within three miles

Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.

On the National Register nearby

On Register Atlas →

Natural features

A mixed forest of spruce, pinyon, juniper, fir and aspen covers the area, offering partial shade. Wildlife and summer wildflowers are abundant. Situated on a hill above Yearns Reservoir with multiple access trails.

Recreation

Canoeing and fishing for rainbow and cutthroat trout are popular activities on the small but scenic man-made reservoir. A short, easy trail traverses around Yearns Reservoir with fishing access points on the north, west, and south sides of the lake. The trail includes a wooden bridge, two stream crossings, a set of wooden stairs, and both shaded and exposed areas. Hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding are also favorite activities in the area.

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Reference

Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at Manti Community?

Sites at Manti Community are reservable on Recreation.gov. This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or reserve on-line. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.

Source: Recreation.gov

How much does it cost to camp at Manti Community?

$10 per night for a single site, or walk in is $8 - $10. $40 per night for a group site.

Source: Recreation.gov

What time is check-in at Manti Community?

Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.

Source: Recreation.gov

How many sites does Manti Community have?

12 sites, including 6 standard sites without power and 1 group site.

Source: Recreation.gov

Will my RV fit at Manti Community?

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 Manti Community?

Yes, pets are allowed at Manti Community. Leash rules apply.

Source: Recreation.gov

Can I have a campfire at Manti Community?

Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 3 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.

Source: Fire nearby

Is there cell service at Manti Community?

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 Manti Community?

Canoeing and fishing for rainbow and cutthroat trout are popular activities on the small but scenic man-made reservoir. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.

Source: Recreation

What is the nearest town to Manti Community?

Ephraim, Utah. The surrounding area is a haven for ATV enthusiasts.

Source: Getting there

What if Manti Community is full?

The nearest public campgrounds are Upper Six Mile Ponds Campground (4.5 mi, first-come), Lake Hill (5.6 mi), and Ferron Reservoir (8.7 mi).

Source: Campgrounds nearby