Mcmillan Spring Campground
Open — Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. Water is typically available May through September; contact the Henry Mountains Field Station for current water availability.
Winter Storm Warning issued February 17 at 9:49PM MST until February 18 at 5:00PM MST by NWS Salt Lake City UT
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 8 and 18 inches across much of the southern mountains with 1 to 2 feet near the Tushar and Pine Valley ranges. Locally up 3 feet near Brian Head. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph. * WHERE...Southern Mountains. * WHEN...Until 5 PM MST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Winter driving conditions can be expected on all mountain routes. Traction restrictions are likely. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A period of heavy snow is expected between roughly 10 PM to 10 AM, with snowfall rates 1 to 2 inches per hour possible at times, except likely exceeding 2 inches per hour in the Brian Head area Wednesday morning. Showery conditions will persist through the remainder of the day.
Avalanche Watch issued February 17 at 5:54AM MST by NWS Salt Lake City UT
AVASLC * WHAT...Heavy snowfall and strong winds are increasing avalanche danger across the mountains of Northern and Central Utah, as well as Southwestern Utah and Southeast Idaho. Forecasters at the Utah Avalanche Center expect dangerous, complex avalanche conditions to develop on many slopes this week, with large natural and human-triggered avalanches likely. * WHERE...The mountains of Northern, Central, and Southwestern Utah, as well as Southeastern Idaho. * WHEN...The Watch will be in effect from 6 AM Tuesday through 6 AM Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Dangerous avalanche conditions are expected to develop on many slopes. Avalanches can be triggered on slopes steeper than 30 degrees. They may also be triggered remotely (from a distance) or from below. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...What to do...Avoid traveling on or underneath steep terrain at mid and upper elevations in the backcountry. Carry and know how to use avalanche rescue equipment, including a transceiver, shovel, and probe. Find safer riding conditions on slopes less than 30 degrees with no overhead hazard.
About
McMillan Spring Campground is situated at 8,400 feet elevation in a Ponderosa pine forest on a large flat with expansive views of the Henry Mountains area. This nine-site campground is particularly well-suited for equestrian camping, featuring corrals, livestock water, and troughs that are easily accessible from several campsites. The campground is popular year-round but sees especially heavy use during fall big game hunting season. Each campsite offers a parking area, picnic table, fire ring, grill, and bench. Potable water is available seasonally, typically from May through September. The campground features restroom facilities and operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations. The fee structure is unique: there is no set minimum, and campers pay what they feel their experience is worth, with payment made on-site. Located in a remote area of Garfield County managed by the Bureau of Land Management, McMillan Spring provides access to the scenic backcountry of the Henry Mountains region. The campground can be reached from Highway 12 via Notom Road, traveling 15 miles south to Sandy Ranch Junction, then 15 miles east to the campground.
Directions
From Highway 12, take Notom Road south for 15 miles to the Sandy Ranch Junction, then 15 miles east to the campground.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| utrfmail@blm.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (435) 542-3461 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov |
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