Ponderosa Grove Campground
The Ponderosa Grove campground is situated approximately eight miles to the northwest of Kanab, Utah, at 6,300 feet in elevation and is named for the small canopy of ponderosa pine trees that shade its campsites. The climate in the area ranges from extremely cold in the winter to temperatures over 100 degrees Fahrenheit during the summer months.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 26 |
| RV, no hookups | 6 |
| Walk-in | 2 |
| group standard area nonelectric | 1 |
Site guide
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| Site | Shade | Water / sewer | People / vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group Site | Partial | No / No | 40 / – |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
28 campsite locations mapped by OpenStreetMap contributors. The site numbers are theirs and may not match the posts at the campground. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL.
Amenities & rules
| Pets | Allowed |
| Fees | $12 per night per individual site. $50 per night up to 40 people ( after reservation is made and paid you will receive an email with the Gate lock Combination.). Cancellation Policy: All fees are non-refundable. |
Amenities at Ponderosa Grove campground include the addition of 26 car-camping sites (including gravel tent platform, parking barrier, fire ring and compacted gravel parking area), 6 RV sites, 2 walk-in campsites (including parking area and gravel tent platform), compacted gravel loop road, cattle guard, dumpster with enclosure, and a reservable group camping area for up to 40 people (including 2 car/RV sites, locking gate, group fire pit, shade pavilion w/ barbeque grill, double vault restroom and parking stalls for 13 vehicles). The Field Manager may approve larger group sizes for special events or other purposes on a case-by-case basis. Standard car-camping sites were designed to accommodate parking for 2 vehicles and 1-2 tents.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
| Nearest town | Kanab, Utah |
| Coordinates | 37.0891° N, 112.6722° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedLake Piles Rx
31 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 ↗ | 5.1 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Willow Canyon Outdoor ↗ | 8.6 mi |
| RV sales & service | Gander RV ↗ | 35.7 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
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Video
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Public land it sits in
Canaan Mountain Wilderness begins about 12.5 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 12.5 miCanaan Mountain Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Bureau of Land Management · 44,447 acres
- 13.4 miDixie National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,711,285 acres
- 13.5 miCottonwood Point Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Bureau of Land Management · 6,860 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
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- Stewart–Woolley HouseBuilding · Kanab · 8.2 mi
- William Derby Johnson Jr., HouseBuilding · Kanab · 8.4 mi
Natural features
The campground sits amid rolling sagebrush and scrub hills which form the top of the Vermilion Cliffs and a short distance to the north of the Coral Pink Sand Dunes. Views of the surrounding landscape include the White Cliffs and colorful pink cliffs of the Bryce geologic formation. The area contains a variety of wildlife including mule deer, raptors, coyotes, rabbits, quail, etc. Tourism and recreation are a growing and important component of the local economy.
Recreation
Ponderosa Grove campground was designed and constructed in the 1970’s. As the adjacent sand dunes became a popular off-highway-vehicle (OHV) destination, OHV enthusiasts became frequent users of the campground. The campground is located on approximately sixteen acres of public lands managed by the BLM.
Nearby
Ponderosa Grove campground primarily serves recreators visiting the Grand Staircase—Escalante National Monument, Coral Pink Sand Dunes, Zion National Park, Best Friends Animal Sanctuary, and the Kanab Field Office. Recreation activities that visitors utilize in the area include sightseeing, riding ATV/UTV’s, hiking, photography, horseback riding, hunting, and climbing/rappelling. The average length of stay at Ponderosa Grove campground is estimated at 2 – 3 nights
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Ponderosa Grove Campground?
Sites at Ponderosa Grove Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Ponderosa Grove Campground?
$12 per night per individual site. $50 per night up to 40 people ( after reservation is made and paid you will receive an email with the Gate lock Combination.). Cancellation Policy: All fees are non-refundable.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Ponderosa Grove Campground?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Ponderosa Grove Campground have?
35 sites, including 26 standard sites without power, 6 RV sites without hookups, 2 walk-in sites, and 1 group standard area nonelectric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Ponderosa Grove Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Ponderosa Grove Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Ponderosa Grove Campground?
Ponderosa Grove campground was designed and constructed in the 1970’s. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Ponderosa Grove Campground?
Kanab, Utah. Ponderosa Grove campground primarily serves recreators visiting the Grand Staircase—Escalante National Monument, Coral Pink Sand Dunes, Zion National Park, Best Friends Animal Sanctuary, and the Kanab Field Office.
Source: Getting there
What if Ponderosa Grove Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Watchman Campground (18.9 mi), South Campground (18.9 mi), and Lava Point Campground (28.4 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby