Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins
Gooseberry Administrative Site Cabins are located just 18 miles from Salina Utah. These historic structures were used as Forest Service summer headquarters from 1907 to 1960. Today, the site is used for family reunions, group events, scout and church groups, and youth camps.
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Site mix
| Group sites | 1 |
Site guide
1 site. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C01 | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 250 / 60 | 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 | 30 ft |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
This unique facility contains three bunk cabins, one with propane heating, a recreation hall, kitchen and bathhouse. The rec hall has a fireplace, tables and chairs. The kitchen is equipped with a large propane cooking range and oven, three small propane refrigerators, three sinks, a prep and serving area, hot water and two outdoor grills. The bathhouse has flush toilets, sinks and hot showers. Fifty single beds with mattresses are provided. Guests must bring their own linens or bedding, as well as dishes, utensils and cookware. A propane generator is available for electricity and lights for a couple of hours in the morning and evening. Several picnic tables and a campfire ring are located outside. Guests are required to keep the facility clean during their stay and clean up prior to leaving. A volunteer host is on-site. Check-out time is by 11 a.m. and check-in time is after 2 p.m.
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 | April to November |
| Forest | Fishlake National Forest |
| Booking | Gooseberry Campground is managed under a permit by High Country Recreation. Please Note: All campgrounds on the Fishlake National Forest are managed by High Country Recreation under the terms and… |
| Fees | Gooseberry Campground is managed under a permit by High Country Recreation. Please Note: All campgrounds on the Fishlake National Forest are managed by High Country Recreation under the terms and conditions of a concession permit that was issued to them by the Forest Service in 2020. |
| Rules | OHVs are allowed only to access the adjacent trail system, not for general riding within the campground. Quiet time is between 10:00 pm and 6:00 am mountain time. 16 day 15 night stay limit |
Weather by month
Getting there
From Salina, Utah, take I-70 eastbound about 7 miles to Gooseberry Road exit 63. Go south on County Road 640 for 10 miles to the Gooseberry Administrative Site on the right side of the road, just beyond Gooseberry Campground.
| Nearest town | Richfield, Utah |
| Coordinates | 38.8011° N, 111.6833° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- Maid service is not available.
Fire nearby
- PrescribedSalina Canyon East Rx
10 mi from the campground · 17,375 acres
- PrescribedFremont River Rd Piles Rx
15 mi from the campground
- PrescribedSan Pitch Rx
39 mi from the campground · 15 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 18.9 mi |
| Outdoor gear | IFA Country Store ↗ | 38.4 mi |
| RV sales & service | Western Range Camps ↗ | 51.7 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
Explore
Worth a stop
- 8.3 miGooseberry I-70 Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 12.1 miTasha Creek Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miAbes Reservoir3.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.5 miGooseberry Equestrian4.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1 miSheep Creek1.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.4 miNiotch - Gates ↗6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, 4WD and 1 more
- 3.1 miFlat Top ↗14.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, e-bike
- 3.2 miHumphrey Springs3.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, e-bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.5 miGooseberry Equestrian Trailhead ↗Fishlake National Forest · Season May to November
- 0.7 miSheep Creek Trailhead ↗Fishlake National Forest · Season April to November
- 2.1 miBrown's Hole Trailhead ↗Fishlake National Forest · Season May to November
- 2.4 miOak Ridge Trailhead ↗Fishlake National Forest · Season May to November
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 Fishlake National Forest.
- inFishlake National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,787,979 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
- Salina Presbyterian ChurchBuilding · Salina · 14.2 mi
- Peterson–Burr HouseBuilding · Salina · 14.5 mi
- Salina Municipal Building and LibraryBuilding · Salina · 14.5 mi
Natural features
Gooseberry is situated in the Gooseberry drainage south of Interstate 70 in central Utah at an approximate elevation of 8,000 feet. Dense stands of aspens forest the area, offering shade and beautiful autumn color.
Recreation
Popular activities in the area include off-road vehicle riding, fishing, hiking, biking, horseback riding and wildlife watching. The Great Western Trail runs nearby; two trailheads can be easily accessed near the site.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins?
Sites at Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins are reservable on Recreation.gov. Gooseberry Campground is managed under a permit by High Country Recreation. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins?
Gooseberry Campground is managed under a permit by High Country Recreation. Please Note: All campgrounds on the Fishlake National Forest are managed by High Country Recreation under the terms and conditions of a concession permit that was issued to them by the Forest Service in 2020.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season April to November.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins have?
1 site, including 1 group site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins?
The longest site here provides 30 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 Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins?
The bathhouse has flush toilets, sinks and hot showers.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins?
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. OHVs are allowed only to access the adjacent trail system, not for general riding within the campground.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins?
Popular activities in the area include off-road vehicle riding, fishing, hiking, biking, horseback riding and wildlife watching. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins?
Richfield, Utah.
Source: Getting there
What if Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Tasha Equestrian (12.3 mi), Paiute Campground (12.8 mi), and Frying Pan (13.3 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby