Twelve Mile Flat
Twelve Mile Flat Campground is located beneath the shadow of Mt. Baldy near the top of the Wasatch Plateau in an open, wildflower-filled meadow surrounded by spruce and pines.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 14 |
| Group sites | 2 |
| Host/management | 14 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 35 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
16 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 002 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 2 | Yes |
| 003 | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Gravel | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 004 | Standard | 25 | Gravel | Full | 12 / 4 | Yes | |
| 005 | Standard | Pull-through | 35 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 2 | Yes |
| 006 | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 007 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 3 | Yes |
| 008 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 009 | Standard | Back-in | 55 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 010 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 011 | Standard | Pull-through | 30 | Gravel | Partial | 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 01:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 35 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The campground contains two group sites that can accommodate up to 50 people and eight vehicles each. Additional single-family sites are also available. Vault toilets are provided, but no garbage service. Roads and parking spurs are gravel.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Season | mid June to End September |
| Forest | Manti-La Sal National Forest |
| Booking | This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or reserve online: Twelve Mile Flat, Manti-La Sal National Forest - Recreation.gov |
| Fees | $7 - $12 per night for a single site, $12 walk in. $40 per night for a group site, $40 walk in as well. |
Weather by month
Getting there
Travel east up Twelve Mile Canyon on Forest Development Road 22 for approximately 20 miles, or travel west up Ferron Canyon on Forest Development Road 22 for 31 miles.
| Nearest town | Ferron, Utah |
| Coordinates | 39.1231° N, 111.4869° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedSan Pitch Rx
21 mi from the campground · 15 acres
- PrescribedSalina Canyon East Rx
24 mi from the campground · 17,375 acres
- PrescribedFremont River Rd Piles Rx
38 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 | IFA Country Store ↗ | 16.7 mi |
| RV sales & service | Western Range Camps ↗ | 28.1 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 29.1 mi |
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Worth a stop
Skyline Drive runs along the top of the Wasatch Plateau for 60 plus miles, rewarding visitors with beautiful mountain scenery, glacial cirques, spruce-fir forests, aspen forests and numerous lakes and reservoirs.
- 3.9 miDuck Fork Fishing Site ↗Fishing site
- 10.6 miPatton Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 13.6 mi
Trails nearby
- 1.7 miBlack Mountain2.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.3 miBeaver Crk to Mount Baldy4.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 3 more
- 2.5 miStep Flat2.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 2.7 miDinner Creek1.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 2.8 miJulius Pasture - S Frk 12 Mile3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 3 more
- 2.8 miShoemaker Flat2.1 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.
Public land it sits in
Fishlake National Forest begins about 13.1 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 13.1 miFishlake National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,787,979 acres
- 13.4 miNelson Mountain Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 7,179 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
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
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- John R. Nielson CabinBuilding · Manti · 9.9 mi
- Manti City HallBuilding · Manti · 10.1 mi
Natural features
The campground sits high on the Wasatch Plateau just below the ridgeline and west of Skyline Drive at an elevation of 10,120 feet. Mature spruce and pine trees dot the open landscape, providing partial shade in the campground. Wildlife and summer wildflowers are plentiful, and autumn leaves put on a spectacular show in the surrounding area.
Recreation
ATV trails are abundant in the area, providing exciting riding for all skill levels. Skyline Drive passes just above the campground. A short, but steep drive over the ridge leads to Ferron Reservoir for canoeing and rainbow and cutthroat trout fishing.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Twelve Mile Flat?
Sites at Twelve Mile Flat 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 online: Twelve Mile Flat, Manti-La Sal National Forest - Recreation.gov Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Twelve Mile Flat?
$7 - $12 per night for a single site, $12 walk in. $40 per night for a group site, $40 walk in as well.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Twelve Mile Flat?
Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 01:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Twelve Mile Flat have?
30 sites, including 14 standard sites without power and 2 group sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Twelve Mile Flat?
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 pets allowed at Twelve Mile Flat?
Yes, pets are allowed at Twelve Mile Flat. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Twelve Mile Flat?
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
What is there to do at Twelve Mile Flat?
ATV trails are abundant in the area, providing exciting riding for all skill levels. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Twelve Mile Flat?
Ferron, Utah. Skyline Drive runs along the top of the Wasatch Plateau for 60 plus miles, rewarding visitors with beautiful mountain scenery, glacial cirques, spruce-fir forests, aspen forests and numerous lakes and reservoirs.
Source: Getting there
What if Twelve Mile Flat is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Ferron Reservoir Campground Ferron North (2.2 mi, first-come), Ferron Reservoir (2.3 mi), and Upper Six Mile Ponds Campground (5.3 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby