Indian Creek
Indian Creek Campground is located in a high mountain valley surrounded by beautiful peaks, at an elevation of 8,000 feet. Visitors enjoy exploring the area trails on foot, and by horse and on off-road vehicles.
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Site mix
| Group sites | 7 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
7 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | 50 / 11 | Yes | |
| 02 | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 30 / 9 | Yes |
| 03 | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | 50 / 15 | Yes | |
| 04 | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | 50 / 20 | Yes | |
| 05 | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | 70 / 25 | Yes | |
| 06 | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | 50 / 8 | Yes | |
| 07 | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | 50 / 7 | 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 1:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 40 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The campground contains seven large, group-sized campsites that can accommodate from 30 to 70 people. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided, but no electricity or garbage service are available within the campground. Roads and spurs within the campground are dirt. It can be reached via the well-maintained dirt and gravel Cottonwood Creek Road, which providing relatively easy access for cars and RVs.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Season | End June to Oct 1 |
| Forest | Manti-La Sal National Forest |
| Booking | To reserve, call Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 TDD 1-877-833-6777) or reserve online. |
| Fees | $30/group size of 30, $40/group size of 50, $50/group size of 70 When not reserved, site are available on a first-come, first-served basis for $3/vehicle. |
Weather by month
Getting there
From Orangeville, Utah, travel northwest on State Route 29 for approximately seven miles. Turn onto Cottonwood Creek Road 040 and travel north for 12 miles, to Upper Joe's Valley. Continue to the campground.
| Nearest town | Ferron, Utah |
| Coordinates | 39.4428° N, 111.2375° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedSan Pitch Rx
28 mi from the campground · 15 acres
- PrescribedSalina Canyon East Rx
48 mi from the campground · 17,375 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| RV sales & service | Western Range Camps ↗ | 13.7 mi |
| Outdoor gear | IFA Country Store ↗ | 19.8 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 36.1 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
Potters Pond is nearby, offering great canoeing and rainbow trout fishing. The expansive Arapeen OHV Trail System can be accessed close by and has more than 350 miles of designated, well-maintained trails for off-road vehicles. Trails there are suitable for all riding levels.
- 5.4 miHorse Canyon Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 9.7 miGrassy Lake Fishing Site ↗Fishing site
- 10.6 miCandland Mountain Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 1.5 miMill Fork Canyon Trail3.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.9 miScad Valley Divide1.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 3 more
- 2 miEast Mountain3.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.1 miParadise Creek2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 3 more
- 2.5 miWest Spur of East Mtn Trail1.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.7 miBooths Canyon0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 2.7 miParadise Creek Trailhead ↗Manti-La Sal National Forest · Season May
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
Indian Creek is situated in Upper Joe's Valley, on the Wasatch Plateau in Central Utah. A grove of aspens forests the site, offering only limited shade, but bright autumn color. Sagebrush and pines dot the landscape.
Recreation
Horseback riding, hiking and mountain biking are popular activities in the Indian Creek area. Many trails crisscross the surrounding valley and mountainsides.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Indian Creek?
Sites at Indian Creek are reservable on Recreation.gov. To reserve, call Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 TDD 1-877-833-6777) or reserve online. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Indian Creek?
$30/group size of 30, $40/group size of 50, $50/group size of 70 When not reserved, site are available on a first-come, first-served basis for $3/vehicle.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Indian Creek?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Indian Creek have?
8 sites, including 7 group sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Indian Creek?
The longest site here provides 40 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 Indian Creek?
Yes, pets are allowed at Indian Creek. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Indian Creek?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 2 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Indian Creek?
Horseback riding, hiking and mountain biking are popular activities in the Indian Creek area. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Indian Creek?
Ferron, Utah. Potters Pond is nearby, offering great canoeing and rainbow trout fishing.
Source: Getting there
What if Indian Creek is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Potters Pond (1.9 mi, partly first-come), Little Bear Group (5.1 mi), and Lower Little Bear Campground (5.4 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby